Instructor Jobs in Hanover, MD

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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Swim Instructor

  • Timonium, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Timonium, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 hours ago

A swimming Instructor must be able to work with a timid student as well as a confident one....

Dance Instructor for Children Ages 25 (Part-Time)

  • Bethesda, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 3 days ago

un Dance Instructor for Children Ages 2-5 (Part-Time) image 1 of 1 compensation: $15 - $30 Dance Instructor for Ages 2-5 (Bethesda, MD) - Creative Kids Movement Network, LLC Location: Bethesda, MD |...

Pilates Instructor

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago

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

Fitness Instructor -In Person- PRN

  • College Park, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • College Park, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Specialty classes (e.g., Cycle, Zumba, Les Mills formats, etc.)...

Certified Tai Chi Instructor/Facilitator Tai Chi [VHA0009008]

  • Linthicum Heights, MD (3 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Linthicum Heights, MD (3 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 4 days ago

American Tai Chi and Qigong Association (ATCQA) Certified Instructor. Certification in Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention for aging veterans....

Remote Work

Swim Coach - Pasadena

  • Pasadena, MD (11 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pasadena, MD (11 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they...

Swim Coach - Ellicott City (Dancel)

  • Ellicott City, MD (7 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ellicott City, MD (7 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they...

Junior Swim Coach - Towson (Orokawa)

  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Must be physically able to work in a hot and humid environment with moderate physical exercise. Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking....

Swim Coach - Parkville

  • Parkville, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Parkville, MD (18 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they...

Swim Instructor - Druid Hill

  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (10 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Helps to promote participation in the Y Swimming Lessons program....

Part Time Youth Soccer Coach

  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (8 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development SOCCER SHOTS BALTIMORE-WASHINGTON PART-TIME COACH (4-20 HRS PER WEEK) - Paid training will start immediately after...

Swim Instructor - Swim Center in Randallstown

  • Randallstown, MD (14 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Randallstown, MD (14 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Helps to promote participation in the Y Swimming Lessons program....

Zumba Instructor (substitute)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (24 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Zumba Instructor - Gaithersburg, MarylandOn-call / substitute, working on an as needed basis HealthFitness is looking for a Zumba Instructor to join the fitness team at our corporate client site located...

Swim Coach - Towson (Orokawa)

  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Towson, MD (16 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Head Coach or other assigned associate, Swim Coach is responsible to assist competitive swim team including during practice, teaching (in water and...

Science Summer Camp Instructors

  • Annapolis, MD (15 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 15 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (15 miles from Hanover, MD)
  • 15 days ago

We are hiring Lead Instructors to work at our Annapolis location. The Lead Instructor position is for folks at least 20 years old and have experience teaching and leading a group of children....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hanover, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hanover, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.2%
Master's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Instructors in Hanover, MD
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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