Instructor Jobs in Houston, 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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Archery Instructor - Vic Coppinger

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours 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...

Kids Instructor - Weekends

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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

Group Exercise Instructor - Trotter

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

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

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

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

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Wellness Instructor - Restorative CNA

  • Porter, TX (23 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Porter, TX (23 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Current certification as Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA in state of practice Specialty certification as personal trainer, exercise specialist, fitness instructor, health and fitness specialist or...

Group X Coach

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 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 - Holcomb

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Swim Instructor- Langahm Creek

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Swim Instructor - Lake Houston

  • Kingwood, TX (17 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kingwood, TX (17 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Swim Instructor - Wendel D. Ley YMCA

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

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

Private Swim Instructor - Trotter YMCA

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Demonstrate Swim Instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures....

Swim Instructor - MD Anderson

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Swim Instructor - Fort Bend Family YMCA

  • Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Missouri City, TX (19 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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

Instructor Dance - Adjunct Pool

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Houston, 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
0.7%
Some High School
0.7%

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