Instructor Jobs in Macedon, NY

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

  • Victor, NY (10 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Victor, NY (10 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Cobblestone Creek Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Pilates Instructor....

Youth Sports Instructor (Tumbling)

  • Pittsford, NY (10 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsford, NY (10 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Job Type Part-time Description $16.50/hr and a Free YMCA Membership Monday, Thursday 3:30-8:00 PM and Saturday 8:30-1:00 PM Under the direction of the Coordinator or Director the Youth Sports Instructor...

Athena Girls Modified Flag Football Coach

  • North Greece, NY (22 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • North Greece, NY (22 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Athena Girls Modified Flag Football Coach JobID: 5204 + Position Type: Coaching + Date Posted: 6/17/2025 + Location: Athena High School + Closing Date: 07/01/2025 The Greece Central School...

Winter Modified Competitive Cheerleading Coach

  • Brighton, NY (11 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brighton, NY (11 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Job Opening Information Winter Modified Competitive Cheerleading Coach Job Number WinterCOACHModCheer6-9-25 Position Title Winter Modified Competitive Cheerleading Coach Required Application Type...

Fall Modified Game Day Cheerleading Coach

  • Brighton, NY (11 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brighton, NY (11 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Job Opening Information Fall Modified Game Day Cheerleading Coach Job Number FALLCOACHModCheer6-9-25 Position Title Fall Modified Game Day Cheerleading Coach Required Application Type Coach...

Pilates Instructor

  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 23 days ago

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

Group Fitness Instructor (Pool)

  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Hourly rate: $38/hr Qualifications Hold a current national fitness certification (NASM/AFAA, ACSM, ACE, NETA or equivalent) Certifications of "micro" areas of expertise (CrossFit, Barre, Zumba, Yoga...

Aquatics Swim Instructor (Weekday Evenings)

  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 29 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 Instructors 2025-2026

  • Webster, NY (9 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Webster, NY (9 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Openings as of 612025 Swim Instructors 2025-2026 JobID: 3383 Position Type: AquaticsSwim Instructor - Pool Date Posted: 612025 Location: Aquatic Center Closing Date: 05312026 WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL...

Matt Pilates Instructor

  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Geneva, NY (24 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

BARRE: LIFE BARRE: Strength & Grace Align. LIFE BARRE classes are rooted deeply in ballet with movements that stem from traditional ballet form....

Swim Instructor

  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Youth Soccer Coach - Morning and Early Afternoon

  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Times and days of each instructors scheduled sessions will not change. Travel to each assigned location weekly. Site to site travel may be required....

Youth Soccer Coach Part Time Position

  • Greece, NY (19 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greece, NY (19 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Times and days of each instructors scheduled sessions will not change. Travel to each assigned location weekly. Site to site travel may be required....

Youth Soccer Coach

  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rochester, NY (14 miles from Macedon, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Times and days of each instructors scheduled sessions will not change. Travel to each assigned location weekly. Site to site travel may be required....

Demographic Data for Macedon, NY

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Macedon, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Macedon, NY 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 Macedon, NY
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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