Instructor Jobs in Malden, 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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Head Swim Coach & Aquatics Specialist

  • Lowell, MA (19 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lowell, MA (19 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

The Greater Lowell Family YMCA is seeking an experienced Head Coach for our youth swim team. Job Description This position is responsible for planning, managing, and directing the swim team and...

Certified Aquatic Instructor

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification. If associate is Red Cross WSI certified he or she must crossover to YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor within 180 days of employment 2....

Certified Sports Instructor

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Certified Sports Instructor is a leader who shows a high level of commitment to program success....

Martial Arts Instructor Any Style $75.00/HR.

  • Wellesley, MA (14 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (14 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 2 days ago

MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR ANY STYLE $75.00/HR. compensation: $75.00/hr employment type: job title: Instructor Successful After School program seeks experienced Black Belt Instructor with experience teaching...

Youth Sports Coach-Volleyball

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Youth Sports Coach-Volleyball Volo Kids Foundation - Part Time Boston MA Player Operations: Volleyball Coach 0 1 day ago

Lifeguard /Swim Instructor

  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (24 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Serious and committed individual who would like to help keep kids safe around water are encouraged to apply. You must be Lifeguard certified and prepared to participate in classes to help prepare...

Pilates Instructor for Fall 2025

  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 4 days ago

for Fall 2025 Description: The Cambridge Center for Adult Education, located in Harvard Square, is currently seeking a part-time certified Pilates instructor....

Youth Dance Teacher

  • Quincy, MA (13 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Quincy, MA (13 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications: Must have taught dance/choreography prior. Must be nurturing, kind, patient yet firm. Must be punctual, friendly and enthusiastic. Background check and references will be required....

Swim Instructor - Harvard Recreation

  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Swim Instructor - Harvard Recreation (Cambridge, MA)Part-time; up to 15 hours/week Looking to make some extra money?...

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

  • Reading, MA (7 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Reading, MA (7 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Reading Memorial High School is looking for an Assistant Cheerleading Coach for the fall season of the 2025-2026 school year. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Early Childhood Multi-Sport Coach

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Early Childhood Multi-Sport Coach Volo Kids Foundation - Part Time Roxbury MA Player Operations: Coach 0 3 days ago When you accept a position with Volo, you'll be joining a passionate, driven...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The Group Fitness Instructor is responsible for providing quality fitness and exercise programs designed to meet the needs of members, residents or guests....

Early Childhood Educator Sport Coach

  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA (5 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Responsive recruiter Youth Sports Instructors Needed for Preschool and Elementary Age Children Soccer Shots is an engaging children's soccer program with an emphasis on character development....

Head Football Cheerleading Coach (Fall 2025), Salem High School, Salem, MA

  • Salem, MA (9 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Salem, MA (9 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Head Football Cheerleading Coach (Fall 2025), Salem High School, Salem, MA Salem Public Schools Salem High School - Athletics - Salem, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5134441 Application...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hudson, MA (24 miles from Malden, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Keywords: Fitness Instructor, Group Exercise, Group Fitness, Yoga, Spin, Cycle, ZUMBA, Pilates, Dance...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Malden, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Malden, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.3%
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 Malden, 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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