Instructor Jobs in Chestnut Hill, MA

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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Aerobics Instructor (PT Contractor) - Framingham State University

  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 1 day ago

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Building Manager, FSU Athletics EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as an Aerobics instructor offering classes to students, staff and...

Pilates Instructor

  • Peabody, MA (17 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Peabody, MA (17 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Pilates Instructors support members and champion healthier, happier lives by nurturing and maintaining strong client relationships....

Swim Instructor

  • Rockland, MA (18 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockland, MA (18 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Saving and changing lives, every single day. We have a mission to teach kids how to swim and be safer, in and around...

Pilates Instructors (part-time & substitutes)

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago

HealthFitness is looking for part-time (teaching 1 class per week) and substitute/as-needed/fill-in (number of hours working depends on demand and scheduling) Pilates Instructors to join the fitness...

HIIT Instructor (part-time & substitutes)

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago

HealthFitness is looking for part-time (teaching 1 class per week) and substitute/as-needed/fill-in (number of hours working depends on demand and scheduling) HIIT Instructors to join the fitness team...

Teacher - Swimming Instructor, Gr. 7-12 (SY25-26)

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job ID: 5261524 Job Description Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Swimming Instructor who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders...

Youth Sports Instructor, Multi-Sports (Lowell)

  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Sport Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport....

Youth Sports Instructor, Multi-Sports (Westford)

  • Westford, MA (23 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Westford, MA (23 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Sport Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport....

Sport Instructor (Volleyball)

  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary The Sport Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport....

Teacher - Swimming Instructor, Gr. X-Y (SYxx-yy)

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Swimming Instructor who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Group Exercise Instructor page is loaded Group Exercise Instructor remote type Onsite locations 10 Whittier Place Boston (Charles River Plaza Health Club) time type Part time posted on Posted 17 Days...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Afternoon Instructor in Dance (Fall term)

  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Andover, MA (22 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Afternoon Instructor in Dance Phillips Academy Andover seeks an afternoon Instructor in Dance (within the Department of Theatre and Dance) for the fall term of 2025....

Head Cheerleading Coach

  • Mansfield, MA (21 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA (21 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Head Coach - Cheerleading(Seasonal)Start Date: August 15, 2025Responsibilities: Employ effective cheerleading team management such as practice drills and progressions and meet plans and strategies...

Dance Teacher

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Chestnut Hill, MA)
  • 8 days ago

BRCPS seeks an inspiring dance teacher who is responsible for teaching dance education to students in grades PK-6th Grade and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of...

Demographic Data for Chestnut Hill, MA

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Chestnut Hill, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Chestnut Hill, MA 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 Chestnut Hill, MA
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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