Instructor Jobs in North Carolina

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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Water Fitness Instructor

  • NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • NC
  • 4 hours ago

High School diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSet, TASC). 1 year of experience as a participant or instructor in water exercise classes. Must be at least 18 years of age....

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $40-$60/hr - Hiring Now

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

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Dance instructor - Hill Street Center

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for an instructor who can create a curriculum and teach several different types of classes including ballet and tap for ages 2-5. Also, ballet, tap, and jazz for ages 6-8....

Group Exercise Instructor - Health Quest

  • Smithfield, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Smithfield, NC
  • 2 days ago

Summary: The Group Exercise Instructor leads members through group exercise activities....

Group Exercise Instructor - Water Fitness

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago

For more information, please visit: The Group Exercise Instructor helps teach group exercise classes for employees, patients, and members....

Swim Instructor / Lifeguard

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 3 days ago

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

Assistant Swim Coach

  • Pisgah Forest, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Pisgah Forest, NC
  • 3 days ago

Ability to exercise independent judgement and initiative in completing work assignments....

Group Exercise Instructor - North Hills

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The following provides a detailed description for the position of Group Exercise Instructor (GXI). Actual duties performed may vary slightly....

Group Exercise Instructor - North Lake

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The following provides a detailed description for the position of Group Exercise Instructor (GXI). Actual duties performed may vary slightly....

Group Exercise Instructor - Greenville

  • Greenville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The following provides a detailed description for the position of Group Exercise Instructor (GXI). Actual duties performed may vary slightly....

Group Exercise Instructor - Fayetteville

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The following provides a detailed description for the position of Group Exercise Instructor (GXI). Actual duties performed may vary slightly....

Summer Camp Instructor

  • High Point, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 4 days ago

Camp Instructors schedule will be from June 12 - August 21st 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday only. Who are we? Code Ninjas is the nations fastest-growing kids coding franchise....

Swim Teacher & Instructor

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 4 days ago

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

Dance Teacher Needed

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago

Forest Business Park compensation: DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE LEVEL employment type: job title: Dance Teacher ESTABLISHED DANCE STUDIO IN WAKE FOREST, NC LOOKING FOR A DANCE TEACHER FOR CLASSES IN BALLET...

Morning Swim Instructor

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 7 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....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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