Instructor Jobs in Missouri

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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Adaptive Support Fitness Instructor

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 hours ago

Support planning and coordination of a program and its activities. Ensure individual needs of participants are met within program guidelines. Utilize sound judgment and discretionary skills in...

Swim Coach Assistant Girls

  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 7 hours ago

Swim Coach ~ Assistant ~ Girls JobID: 9562 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 7/28/2025 Location: Francis Howell High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

2025-2026 Assistant Girls Swim Coach (Lincoln Prep)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 21 hours ago

PURPOSE OF JOB : Provide leadership for the school’s entire athletic program through the ongoing development, implementation and improvement of the specific sport coached. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND...

Taekwondo Instructor-Carondelet Park Rec Complex YMCA

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 hours ago

Must understand the difference between discipline and punishment. Must obtain certifications and trainings in a timely manner. Attend and lead all classes. Prepare and distribute report cards...

Group X Coach

  • Gladstone, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Gladstone, MO
  • 3 days ago

Arlington Street Gladstone OR 97027 JOB SUMMARY The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise...

Dance Teacher (3rd - 8th)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 4 days ago

Company Description About KIPP Kansas City Public Schools: KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated...

McCluer North- Head Boys Swim Coach 25-26

  • Florissant, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Florissant, MO
  • 5 days ago

McCluer North- Head Boys Swim Coach 25-26 Ferguson-Florissant School District MCCLUER NORTH - Florissant, Missouri This job is also posted in Ferguson-Florissant School District Job Details Job...

Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor - Chesterfield YMCA

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 5 days ago

Is competent at demonstrating safe and effective exercise technique....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO
  • 6 days ago

Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area $30k - $49k Per Year Gymnastics Instructor Olympia-Team Central Gymnastics Occupation: Self-Enrichment Teachers Location: Maryland Heights, MO - 63043 Positions...

Pilates Instructor

  • Frontenac, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Frontenac, MO
  • 6 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, PRN

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 7 days ago

Must have knowledge of a variety of exercise programs and fitness equipment. Experience in directing exercise programs is required....

Soccer Instructor and Official- South County

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Soccer Instructor and Official- St. Peters

  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 8 days ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Soccer Instructor and Official- Creve Coeur

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Soccer Instructor and Official- Ballwin

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 8 days ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Missouri 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
3.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

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