Instructor Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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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Part-Time Dance Instructor/Choreographer - Oak Park/Downers Grove

  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (23 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

You will be required to complete our online Instructor Development Program before teaching your first class. There is no cost to you for this professional development....

Group Fitness Instructor and Coach

  • Orland Park, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (13 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

CPR/AED Certification Minimum of one of the following Group Exercise Certifications: National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM), American Council of Exercise (ACE), American Fitness Aerobic Association...

Head Womens Flag Football Coach

  • River Forest, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • River Forest, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Back to all jobs Head Women's Flag Football Coach Until Filled (CST) Athletics River Forest, IL, USA 45,000-55,000 per year - Pay ismensurate with education, experience, and internal equity....

Kids Instructor (Thursday AM/PM Required)

  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach

  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach Employer Homewood-Flossmoor High School Location Flossmoor, IL, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Homewood-Flossmoor High School Location Flossmoor, IL,...

Head Girls Flag Football Coach

  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (22 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Head Girls Flag Football Coach Employer Homewood-Flossmoor High School Location Flossmoor, IL, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Homewood-Flossmoor High School Location Flossmoor, IL, US...

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach

  • Hinsdale, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach JobID: 2784 Position Type: Athletics/Coaching Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Hinsdale South High School Date Available: 25/26 SY

Assistant Flag Football Coach

  • Hinsdale, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (14 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Flag Football Coach JobID: 2792 Position Type: Athletics/Coaching Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: Hinsdale Central High School Date Available: 25/26 SY

Assistant Flag Football Coach

  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/ Coaching Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: Hinsdale Central High School Date Available: 25/26 SY District:   Hinsdale Township High School District #86   

Assistant Cheerleading Coach (PT) - req1840-3970

  • Sugar Grove, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Sugar Grove, IL (21 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: **AssistantCheerleading Coach (PT)**Part-time Support StaffField House**Hybrid Option: Option:**Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee...

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach

  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/ Coaching Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Hinsdale South High School Date Available: 25/26 SY District:   Hinsdale Township High School District #86   

Appendix B-Assistant Cheerleading Coach - Fall/Winter

  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: Warren Township High School Date Available: 25/26 District:   Warren Township High School District 121   ...

Head JV Cheerleading Coach

  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Morton 201 Schools District:   J. Sterling Morton High School District 201   

Assistant Boys Swim Coach

  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (15 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Stipends/X-Duty/ Coach Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: York Community High School District:   Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205   

Assistant Cheerleading Coach (Fall & Winter)

  • Addison, IL (20 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Addison, IL (20 miles from Romeoville, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Addison Trail High School Assistant Cheerleading Coach (Fall & Winter) Available: 2025-2026 SY Title: ASSISTANT COACH Reports To: Head Coach Duration: Fall/Winter Season Salary: New coaches may be...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Romeoville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Romeoville, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
61.3%
Master's Degree
22.0%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
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 Romeoville, IL
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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