Instructor Jobs in Plano, 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 Fitness-Instructor

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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

PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTORS $43-$65/hr - Hiring Now

  • Prosper, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago

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Group Exercise Instructor

  • Flower Mound, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Prepares choreography and instructs members in various levels of group exercise techniques. Maintains order and control over members participating in group exercise activities....

Dance Teacher (Grades: 6-8)

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experience designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to...

Water Safety - Swim Instructor

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago

The Water Safety Instructor also ensures the safety of aquatic patrons by enforcing all safety rules and regulations and enforces pool rules in and around the pool....

Water Safety - Swim Instructor

  • Frisco, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Summary Under the general supervision of Aquatic Programmer, the Water Safety Instructor will teach learn-to-swim and water safety courses....

Pilates Instructor

  • Plano, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 6 days ago

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

Kids Instructor

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago

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

IISD Swimming Instructor (25-26 SY) - Part Time

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 days ago

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is preferred but not required....

Group Fitness Boxing Instructor

  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Group Fitness / HIIT Instructor

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness....

Group Exercise Instructor - Grand Prairie

  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 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 X Coach

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 19 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....

Group Fitness Instructor - JOHN REED - Dallas

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Nationally Certified Group Training Certificate (NCCA) must be current or obtained. CPR/AED Certification must be current or obtained....

Group Exercise Instructor - Allen

  • Allen, TX (7 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 22 days ago
  • Allen, TX (7 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 22 days ago

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

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Plano, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Plano, 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 Plano, 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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