Instructor Jobs in New Mexico

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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Silver High School-E-Sports Coach

  • Silver City, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 11 days ago

Position: E-Sports Coach Supervisor: Athletic Director General Job Description: To establish and maintain an athletic program of the highest caliber in the sport(s) to which they are assigned....

JV Cheerleading Coach

  • Anthony, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Anthony, NM
  • 12 days ago

Supervises student-athletes as assigned by the head coach in accordance with the Gadsden Independent School Districts policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include adherence to the...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 23 days ago

Position Requirements Responsibilities: Instruct a variety of group exercise classes. Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises. Maintain all mandatory education certifications....

Head Swim Coach

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 25 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 25 days ago

Head Swim Coach JobID: 14109 Position Type: Coaches - High School/SWIMMING, HEAD (coed) Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: Las Cruces High School Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information...

Assistant Cheerleading Coach

  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington, NM
  • 30+ days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Farmington MSA $28k - $58k Per Year Assistant Cheerleading Coach Navajo Preparatory School Occupation: Coaches and Scouts Location: Farmington, NM - 87401...

Recreation Assistant (Swim Instructor)

  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Holloman AFB, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifying Experience: Must have an approved and current nationally recognized certification for the type of activity and skill levels they are instructing, e.g., swimming, aquatic exercise....

Youth Soccer Coach Part Time

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Soccer Shots - Albuquerque is looking for a passionate part-time soccer coach to serve children...

Swim Coach

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Responsibilities Job Purpose The Swim Coach is responsible for sharing their passion for swimming by coaching the summer swim team and teaching individual and group swim lessons....

Temporary, Part-Time Instructor (Dance)

  • Peralta, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Peralta, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Position Information Job Title Temporary, Part-Time Instructor (Dance) Time Base Temporary, as Needed Compensation Ranges from $74.53 - $124.41/hour....

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 90+ 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...

Gymnastics Instructor

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ 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...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in New Mexico

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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