Instructor Jobs in Roselle, IL

A Fitness Instructor, also known as a Fitness Trainer, serves a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry through facilitating exercise routines and advising clients on health and nutrition. They design and lead fitness programs tailored to individual or group needs, ensuring proper exercise techniques, equipment use, and safety. Fitness instructors also motivate clients to achieve their fitness goals, provide feedback, and adjust fitness plans as needed. They may work in various settings such as gyms, fitness studios, or clients' homes. A fitness instructor should be physically fit, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and possess a deep understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

A Fitness Instructor should ideally have a certification in personal training or a related field from a recognized organization like the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA). Some may even have specialized certifications for specific types of training, such as yoga or pilates. First aid and CPR certifications are also crucial for fitness trainers, as they may need to handle emergency situations during training sessions. Prior to becoming a Fitness Instructor, a person might work as an Exercise Instructor, Fitness Assistant, or even a Sports Coach, roles that provide valuable experience and knowledge in physical training and client interaction.

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Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Burr Ridge, IL (18 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (18 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

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Group Fitness Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

in Barre, Yoga Sculpt, Warrior Sculpt, Pilates Mat Fusion, or rhythm-based fitness formats MB360 Mind-Body Mobility & Conditioning Best Fit For: Yoga and fitness instructors, mobility specialists,...

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Pilates Instructor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

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Pilates Reformer Instructor (part-time)

  • HealthFitness
  • Downers Grove, IL (11 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (11 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

In this position, you will be responsible for delivering safe, fun, and effective group exercise classes to our members participating in the Pilates Reformer program....

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Zumba Group Exercise Instructor

  • Buffalo Grove Park District
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (15 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (15 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Fitness Center at the Buffalo Grove Park District is looking for energetic and talented Group Exercise Instructors to lead Zumba Group Exercise classes....

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Cycling Instructor (NP)

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Maintain a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors, club staff and members. Adhere to Group Exercise policies and procedures....

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Cycling Instructor (CL)

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Maintain a professional attitude toward responsibilities, fellow instructors, club staff and members. Adhere to Group Exercise policies and procedures....

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Group Fitness Instructor (CL)

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Barre, etc....

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Group Fitness Instructor (NP)

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (14 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 2 days ago

, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Barre, etc....

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Pickleball Instructor

  • The Salvation Army USA Central Territory
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Implement safely measures for group exercises classes to insure the health and safety of group exercise participants. Report all harmful problems with facilities to the proper supervisor....

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Group Fitness-Instructor-Zumba (Weekday Evenings)

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Schaumburg, IL (4 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (4 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago

BARRE: LIFE BARRE: Strength & Grace Align. LIFE BARRE classes are rooted deeply in ballet with movements that stem from traditional ballet form....

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Swim Instructor

  • The Salvation Army USA Central Territory
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Central Territory in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description THE SALVATION ARMY NORTH AND CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Swim Instructor...

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Group Exercise Instructor

  • 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation
  • Niles, IL (15 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Niles, IL (15 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Center and group exercise class areas. 6)Know and adhere to the Group Exercise Instructor Registry Agreement form. 7)Know and adhere to subbing guidelines....

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Dance Instructor

  • WILMETTE PARK DISTRICT
  • Wilmette, IL (20 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmette, IL (20 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The position is part of the agency's substitute instructor pool, with hours assigned on an as-needed basis....

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Dance Instructor - USAG Pre-Team and Team

  • City of Evanston, IL
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Roselle, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The Dance Instructor will be responsible for teaching competitive gymnasts the USAG Level 3 and 4 floor and beam routines as well as leading basic ballet, stretching, and leaps/jumps on both floor and...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Roselle, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Roselle, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.1%
Master's Degree
22.1%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Roselle, IL
Less than 1 year
66.7%
1-2 years
14.3%
None
9.5%
2-4 years
4.8%
4-6 years
4.8%


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