Instructor Jobs in Hightstown, NJ

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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Cheerleading - Varsity/JV Cheerleading Coach

  • Morrisville, PA (15 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morrisville, PA (15 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Summary : The School District of Borough of Morrisville is currently accepting applications for a Varsity/JV Cheerleading Coach for the 2022-2023 Fall Season. This position is not associated with...

Sports Camp Instructor (2025)

  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (10 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Monmouth Junction, NJ (10 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Sports Camp Instructor (2025) JobID: 4536 Position Type: Summer Programming/Sports Camp Instructor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Summer Programming Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled...

Group Exercise Instructor- cardio and weights

  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview The General Manager is responsible for effectively managing all facets of their gym, including, but not limited to hiring, training, development of team members and overall gym...

Swim Instructor

  • South Plainfield, NJ (22 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (22 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Grow your career in the industry What will you do as a Swim Instructor?...

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Skillman, NJ (14 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Skillman, NJ (14 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

About You: Experience as a Group Exercise instructor....

Cheerleading Coach

  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities Date Posted: 4/21/2025 Location: High School Date Available: 08/01/2025-11/28/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Swim Instructor PA-Langhorne-19047 04-17-25

  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Swim Instructor Langhorne Swim Instructor PART TIME LANGHORNE Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Free uniforms...

Front Desk/Swim Instructor PA-Langhorne-19047 04-17-25

  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Front Desk/Swim Instructor Langhorne Front Desk/Swim Instructor PART TIME LANGHORNE Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food...

Seasonal Swim Instructor PA-Langhorne-19047 04-17-25

  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (20 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Seasonal Swim Instructor Langhorne Seasonal Swim Instructor PART TIME LANGHORNE Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Company parties Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Howell, NJ (18 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Howell, NJ (18 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications for Group Fitness Instructor Current Group Fitness certification/multiple specialized certifications preferred. CPR/AED certification....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fairless Hills, PA (17 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (17 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

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

Spin Class Group Exercise Instructor

  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Position Overview The General Manager is responsible for effectively managing all facets of their gym, including, but not limited to hiring, training, development of team members and overall gym...

Swim Instructor

  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Position Summary As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

MOSSA Group Fitness Instructor - Red Bank

  • Red Bank, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

MOSSA Group Fitness Instructor - Red Bank Job Locations US-NJ-Red Bank Posted Date 4 days ago (4/3/2025 12:08 AM) ID 2025-1787 # of Openings 2 Category Wellness & Group Exercise Overview This position...

Aquatics Group Fitness Instructor - Red Bank

  • Red Bank, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (24 miles from Hightstown, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Aquatics Group Fitness Instructor - Red Bank Job Locations US-NJ-Red Bank Posted Date 4 days ago (4/3/2025 12:08 AM) ID 2025-1785 # of Openings 2 Category Wellness & Group Exercise Overview This position...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hightstown, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hightstown, NJ 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 Hightstown, NJ
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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