Instructor Jobs in Collegeville, PA

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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Full Time Early Education Youth Soccer Instructor

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

Responsive recruiter SOCCER SHOTS: FULL-TIME EARLY EDUCATION YOUTH SOCCER INSTRUCTOR Salary Range $35,000 (total compensation package up to $40,000) Monthly Gas allowance. 401k and profit-sharing plan...

Body Pump Group Exercise Instructor

  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Body Pump Group Exercise Instructors report to both the Group Exercise Team Leader and the management teams at the clubs where they teach....

Cheerleading Coach - Northley

  • Aston, PA (22 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aston, PA (22 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Cheerleading Coach - Northley Penn-Delco Northley Middle School - Aston, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Penn-Delco Job Details Job ID:4900967 Application Deadline:Sep 01, 2025 4:00 PM...

Swim Instructor

  • Berwyn, PA (10 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (10 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Instructors are expected to be at all scheduled classes, unless instructor received prior approval from supervisor Classes will start and end on time. Greet participants and learn their names....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Cheerleading Coach - Northley

  • Aston, PA (22 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Aston, PA (22 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Cheerleading Coach at Northley - 9 Units Current Act 34, 114 and 151 clearances required.

Certified Pilates Instructors (Part-time and Full-time Positions)

  • Springfield, PA (18 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, PA (18 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago

we use Balanced Body reformers, EXO chairs, TRX, spring boards, ballet barre and more), you'll be a great addition to our team....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Position : Group Exercise Instructor - Aqua Fitness Instructor, Pilates (evenings), Zumba (Saturdays), Step Aerobics, yoga, H.I.I.T(High Intensity Interval Training Location/Dept.: The Salvation...

Dance Instructor - Ballet & Tap

  • West Chester, PA (16 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (16 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Its your time to shine join the acac dance team and turn your passion for tap and ballet into a job you LOVE!...

Assistant Swim Coach

  • West Chester, PA (16 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (16 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure The YMCA is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Swim Coach to deliver a high-quality, safe, and competitive swim team program for all swimming levels....

Performing Arts Dance Instructor

  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 12 days ago

The Dance Instructor should be qualified to teach beginning through advanced levels of Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, Poms and/or Hip Hop. Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D....

Kids Instructor- Nights & Weekends

  • Ardmore, PA (14 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Ardmore, PA (14 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 13 days ago

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

Early Education Youth Soccer Instructor

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Paid time off Training & development Job Description & Offer Details Growth Coordinator| Soccer Shots CHE-SEPA Position The Growth...

Ballet Instructor for Kids K-12 (PA)

  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 14 days ago

, prepared with the lesson plan for the day Help children understand why ballet is so wonderful and how it's helped shape you as a person Who You Are A fun, enthusiastic, adaptable dance instructor...

Tennis Instructor

  • Berwyn, PA (10 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Berwyn, PA (10 miles from Collegeville, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure To plan, organize, and deliver value-driven skill development programs to participants in accordance with YMCA goals and objectives. Who Are We? The YMCA...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Collegeville, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Collegeville, PA 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
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

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