Instructor Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Assistant Cheerleading Coach - Curry College

  • Milton, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Job Description: Under the direction of the Head Coach, the Assistant Coach is responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful Cheerleading Program. The program...

School Year 25/26 CASA Dance Teacher

  • Lynn, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 1 day ago

What is CASA? The City Arts and Sciences Academy (CASA) is a newly imagined grade 6-12 school for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM). CASA opens in September, 2025 with 200...

School Year 25/26 Middle School Dance Teacher

  • Lynn, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 1 day ago

Middle School Dance Teacher Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values. Mission - The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive...

Youth Soccer Coach

  • Hamilton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hamilton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Training & development What We Offer: Compensation Pay is $30 to $37/hour (post-training) + Bonuses....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Westborough, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Yoga Instructor is responsible for providing quality fitness and exercise programs designed to meet the needs of members, residents or guests Part time employment Responsibilities: Ensuring that...

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parents Survival Nights...

Part-Time Gymnastics Instructor (Wednesday and Friday Mornings)

  • Medway, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Medway, MA
  • 5 days ago

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parents Survival Nights...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Group Fitness Instructor City and State MA - Boston # of openings 1 Employment duration Part time Job Overview: We are currently seeking an energetic, reliable and passionate Group Fitness Instructor...

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Group Exercise Instructor Massachusetts General Hospital United States, Massachusetts, Boston 10 Whittier Place (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 The Group Fitness Instructor provides leadership while educating...

Morning Swim Instructor - Salem YMCA

  • Salem, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor at the YMCA, you will: Teach swimming techniques and skills to children and adults of all ages....

Swim Instructor - Marblehead YMCA

  • Marblehead, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor at the YMCA, you will: Teach swimming techniques and skills to children and adults of all ages....

Swim Instructor - Beverly YMCA

  • Beverly, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Beverly, MA
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor at the YMCA, you will: Teach swimming techniques and skills to children and adults of all ages....

Swim Instructor - Cape Ann YMCA

  • Gloucester, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Gloucester, MA
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor at the YMCA, you will: Teach swimming techniques and skills to children and adults of all ages....

Swim Instructor - Ipswich YMCA

  • Ipswich, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor at the YMCA, you will: Teach swimming techniques and skills to children and adults of all ages....

Fitness Instructor

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Promotes personal training, special programs, and group exercise. Maintains a clean fitness floor, (picks up cups, towels,keeps equipment orderly)....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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