Guide Jobs in Ohio

A Guide in the fitness and recreation industry is a professional who facilitates fitness activities and recreational programs. They are responsible for leading fitness classes, designing physical exercise routines, giving advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and ensuring that the fitness and recreational activities are safe and enjoyable for all participants. Guides often work in various settings, such as gyms, fitness centers, resorts, and outdoor recreational facilities. They play a crucial role in ensuring that all fitness and recreation programs are conducted according to the guidelines and standards set by the industry.

Before becoming a Guide, individuals may have roles such as Fitness Instructor, Recreation Assistant, or Personal Trainer. All of these roles require knowledge of fitness techniques and a strong understanding of safety procedures. Guides should have excellent leadership, communication and motivational skills. The ability to perform CPR and first aid is also essential. As for certifications, it is beneficial for Guides to have a degree in physical education, sports science, or a related field. Additionally, having a fitness instructor certification from a recognized institution, and other specialized certifications like CPR and first aid, can enhance their credibility and expertise in the industry.

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Recreation Specialist (Lunken Tennis Center)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago

and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide...

Summer Recreation Specialist - Special Events & Concert Staff

  • Akron, OH
  • 12 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 12 days ago

CURRENT VACANCIES ARE SEASONAL AND PART-TIME (UP TO 28HRS/WEEK) ASSISTING WITH CONCERTS, HOLIDAY FESTIVALS, AND OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS AT AKRON'S DOWNTOWN LOCK 3 PARK. Must be able to work a varied...

Seasonal Interpretive Tour Guide at The Wilds

  • Cumberland, OH
  • 24 days ago
  • Cumberland, OH
  • 24 days ago

As a Seasonal Interpretive Guide at The Wilds, you'll engage visitors with compelling conservation messages while safely transporting them through visitor and animal areas....

Assess patient needs, skills, and interests and develops Activity Therapy treatment goals. Provide therapeutic activity services to patients seeking mental health and psychiatric treatment....

POSITION SUMMARY Assess patient needs, skills, and interests and develops Activity Therapy treatment goals. Provide therapeutic activity services to patients seeking mental health and psychiatric...

Parks/Recreation Specialist - Customer Service/Cashier/Parking

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

General Statement of Duties Parks seeks a reliable and customer-focused individual to join our team as a part-time. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service to park visitors,...

Recreation Specialist (Tr- Inclusion)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

he function of the Recreation Specialist (RS) working in an Inclusive Program is to facilitate the participation of the individual(s) with a disability in the community recreation program. The RS...

Parks/Recreation Specialist - Horticulture/Natural Resources

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Parks seeks reliable and customer-focused individuals to join our team as part-time Parks/Recreation Specialist. This position may report to the Operations or Natural...

Parks/Recreation Specialist - Events/Parking/Audio

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Parks seeks a reliable and customer-focused individual to join our team as a part-time. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service to park visitors,...

Recreation Specialist (Tr-Day Camps)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Under the immediate supervision of the Program Director, the Recreation Specialist ( TR-Day Camps ) is responsible for the facilitation of recreation and leisure activities in a day camp setting...

Parks/Recreation Specialist - Customer Service/Cashier

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

General Statement of Duties Parks seeks a reliable and customer-focused individual to join our team as a part-time. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service to park visitors,...

Recreation Specialist (Center Staff)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide...

Recreation Program Leader (Y2wk Junior Lifeguard -14 Years Old Only)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago

Implements recreation activities by providing direct service while assisting CRC staff. May assist in the planning and promotion of an activity/program or assist in the development, planning and...

Recreation Specialist Main Office

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago

The Recreation Specialist position in the Cincinnati Recreation Commission's main office may work within the divisions of: Aquatics, Athletics, Finance, Maintenance, Marketing/Design & Communications...

Recreation Program Leader (Njtl Instructor 14-17 Years Old)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 60+ days ago

Implements activities either by providing direct service or by providing supervision of those implementing recreation activities. May assist in the planning and promotion of the tennis program or...

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Salary for Guide Jobs in Ohio

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 Guide positions.



Highest Education Level

Guides in Ohio offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
17.4%
High School or GED
12.8%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Guides in Ohio
Less than 1 year
68.7%
None
24.2%
6-8 years
3.2%
4-6 years
3.0%
2-4 years
0.8%
1-2 years
0.2%


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