Instructor Jobs in Deer Park, TX

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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Group Exercise Instructor - Vic Coppinger

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

Position Summary: Leads fitness and/or related wellness classes using proper exercise techniques and motivation....

Sport Instructor/Trainer Basketball

  • Baytown, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baytown, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary The Sports Instructor is a hands-on role that will lead athletes and provides expert instruction in their designated sport....

Archery Instructor - Vic Coppinger

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Implements quality enrichment curriculum to before and after school and/or day camp participants. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on youth...

Group Exercise Instructor - Trotter

  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Summary Must have some type of valid group exercise certification (i.e.: Zumba, Yoga, AFFA, ACE, etc)...

Part Time Preschool Soccer Instructor Mont Belvieu

  • Mont Belvieu, TX (17 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mont Belvieu, TX (17 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Soccer Shots is a program that introduces soccer to children ages 2-8. We work on site at park...

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $45-$65/hr - Hiring Now

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

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Group X Coach

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 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....

Swim Instructor- Langahm Creek

  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Obtain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures....

Swim Instructor - Lake Houston

  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Obtain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures....

Swim Instructor - Vic Coppinger

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Obtain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures....

Swim Instructor - MD Anderson

  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Obtain YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures....

Instructor Dance - Adjunct Pool

  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Portfolio of choreography, production, and performance experiences required....

Group Exercise Instructor - Wendel D. Ley

  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (15 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary: Leads fitness and/or related wellness classes using proper exercise techniques and motivation....

Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • Friendswood, TX (14 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Friendswood, TX (14 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 10 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....

Group Exercise Instructor - Lake Houston

  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kingwood, TX (21 miles from Deer Park, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary: Leads fitness and/or related wellness classes using proper exercise techniques and motivation....

Demographic Data for Deer Park, TX

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Deer Park, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Deer Park, TX 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 Deer Park, TX
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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