Instructor Jobs in Hillsborough, 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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Pilates Instructor

  • New Hope, PA (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New Hope, PA (19 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Pilates Instructors are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships....

Early Childhood Soccer Instructor - Contract / W2 Positions (Weekends)

  • Penndel, PA (24 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Penndel, PA (24 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

can earn between $30-$50 an hour, based on experience Paid training is provided Uniform an equipment is provided Special Bonuses for Coach Referrals and Business Development Early Childhood Soccer Instructor...

Assistant E Sport Coach

  • Cranford, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Involves strenuous exercise of muscles used in stooping, bending, running, throwing, pitching, and batting....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities: We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes....

Group Fitness Instructor, Per Diem, Center for Well Being, Morristown

  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and certified Group Fitness Instructor to lead a variety of fitness classes....

Kids Instructor

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (18 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (18 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

Fitness Center Instructor

  • Madison, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (22 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Proactively promote personal training, small group training, and chronic disease programs to interested members....

Middle School Cheerleading Coach

  • South Amboy, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Amboy, NJ (21 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Middle School Cheerleading Coach JobID: 274 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 7/23/2025 Location: South Amboy Middle/High School Additional Information: Show/Hide The South...

Swim Instructor

  • Bridgewater, NJ (7 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (7 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 12 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....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Somerset, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

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

Fall Sports Instructor

  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Kids Instructors may also host parties and other events....

Fitness Instructor/Trainer

  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

The Fitness Instructor will be responsible for running the Planet Fitness group fitness program (PE@PF)....

Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (8 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 22 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....

Swim Instructor

  • North Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable....

Boxing Instructor

  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from Hillsborough, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

We're looking for an energetic and experienced Boxing & Muay Thai Instructor to lead group training sessions and provide private coaching for all experience levels from beginners to fighters....

Demographic Data for Hillsborough, NJ

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hillsborough, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hillsborough, NJ 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
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

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