Instructor Jobs in Yorktown Heights, 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 Instructors, Greenwich, CT

  • Greenwich, CT (19 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (19 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago

You will also have the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team of experienced professionals who will help you grow as a Pilates Instructor....

Senior Gymnastics Instructor

  • Ramsey, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ramsey, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Four Weekdays/ week (flexible) from 2:30 to no later than 7:15 (will vary by day due to class schedule)>Saturdays - 8:45-1:30 and as needed for birthday parties>Sundays - as needed for birthday...

Youth Soccer Coach

  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications + We are looking for enthusiastic candidates, that have previous experience working with children, are eager to learn and grow their coaching skills, are dependable and able to work...

Preschool Sports Instructor Bergen County, NJ

  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Are you PASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL, CREATIVE, ENERGETIC & LOVE working with kids of all ages? Would you like to earn above-average pay while staying active and promoting life skills through Soccer?...

Youth Soccer Coach Bergen County, NJ

  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saddle River, NJ (22 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Are you PASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL, CREATIVE, ENERGETIC & LOVE working with kids of all ages? Would you like to earn above-average pay while staying active and promoting life skills through Soccer?...

Head club Womens Flag Football Coach

  • Bronxville, NY (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bronxville, NY (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bronxville - Bronxville, NY Position Type : Part Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Iona University seeks applications for the...

Group X Coach

  • Ramsey, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Ramsey, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 9 days ago

The Group X Coach creates an inviting, inspiring and motivating group exercise experience through delivering pre-choreographed or freestyle group exercise programs to members and guests....

Pilates Instructors, Connecticut

  • Darien, CT (21 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Darien, CT (21 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 10 days ago

As an Equinox Pilates Instructor, your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client potential....

Pilates Instructor

  • Chappaqua, NY (7 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chappaqua, NY (7 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 12 days ago

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

Group Exercise Instructor - Pilates and Barre (HWC - Mahwah) Per Diem Day shift

  • Mahwah, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mahwah, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 14 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Manager, Medical Fitness, the Group Exercise Instructor is responsible for instructing their assigned exercise classes....

Aquatics Assistant Swim Coach

  • Scarsdale, NY (18 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (18 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Collaborate with staff to ensure alignment with club values and training philosophies Key Qualifications Passion for athlete development and swimming....

Water Safety Instructor

  • Jefferson Valley, NY (3 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jefferson Valley, NY (3 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Aquatics Personal Training, Aquatics Program Instructor (Water Safety Instructor) Job Purpose Plan, organize, and implement high quality swim lessons to ensure an outstanding Aquatics Swim...

Dance Teacher - Now Hiring

  • Emerson, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Emerson, NJ (24 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Engage students with a repertoire that centers scholar learning on creating connecting, performing and responding to artistic works within dance; Execute movement to demonstrate dance technique and choreography...

Water Safety Instructor (Student)

  • Pleasantville, NY (11 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (11 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting in the instruction of pre-assigned classes according to American Red Cross Guidelines and/or Pace University aquatic lesson plans. Aide...

PT Water Safety Instructor - WS0077

  • Pleasantville, NY (11 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (11 miles from Yorktown Heights, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Complete all Water Safety Instructor paperwork by a predetermined date so cards can be distributed on the final day of the session....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Yorktown Heights, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Yorktown Heights, 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 Yorktown Heights, 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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