Instructor Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Posting Description BASEBALL HEAD COACH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION & WELLNESS INSTRUCTOR, DAPER Intercollegiate Sports, will be responsible for the management and oversight of all facets of the MIT Baseball...

HS Head Cheerleading Coach

  • Wrentham, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Wrentham, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Head CoachSUMMARY: To help each participating student achieve a high level of skill, an appreciation for the values of discipline and sportsmanship, and an increased level of self-esteem.ESSENTIAL...

Winter Cheerleading Coach

  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 1 day ago

Varsity Head Coach Job Description Candidates should have experience coaching at the varsity level either as a head coach or as a varsity assistant coach. They also need to be a self-starter, have...

Baseball Head Coach/Physical Education & Wellness Instructor

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

BASEBALL HEAD COACH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION & WELLNESS INSTRUCTOR, DAPER Intercollegiate Sports, will be responsible for the management and oversight of all facets of the MIT Baseball program; administration...

Soccer Instructor

  • Bedford, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 2 days ago

As an instructor and coach you will lead sessions, inspire young athletes, and help them build their skills and confidence....

Varsity Swim Coach (Coed)

  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 days ago

Varsity Head Coach Job Description Candidates should have experience coaching at the varsity level either as a head coach or as a varsity assistant coach. They also need to be a self-starter, have...

HIIT Instructor

  • Swansea, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Swansea, MA
  • 3 days ago

Follow all instructor sign-in/sign-out procedures. Understand, and follow all policies, procedures, and standards....

Group Fitness Instructors, Chestnut Hill

  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago

Equinox Chestnut Hill is currently seeking Group Fitness Instructors. The position entails the following responsibilities....

Dance Instructor

  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 4 days ago

We're seeking talented dance instructors for the 2025-2026 season. T is flexibility to begin this spring with solo, duet, trio and small grouppetition choreography....

Group Fitness Instructor - Classes in Senior Living Community

  • North Andover, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • North Andover, MA
  • 6 days ago

Area: Other Employment Type: Part time Published: Mar 05 2025 Location: North Andover / Massachusetts Description Fitness Instructor - Group Exercise Classes in Senior Living Community!...

Pilates Instructors, Chestnut Hill

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

As an Equinox Pilates Instructor, your career becomes an empowered lifestyle founded on maximizing both your personal and client potential....

Group Exercise Instructor II

  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 7 days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor II will design all class choreography, perform music selection, and determine equipment required for each exercise class....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Allston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Allston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Keywords: Fitness Instructor, Group Exercise, Group Fitness, Yoga, Spin, Cycle, ZUMBA, Pilates, Dance...

Crunch Worcester - Group Fitness Instructor

  • Worcester, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 7 days ago

Valid Yoga or Pilates Certification also acceptable Zumba Instructors must have a valid Zumba certification and ZIN Membership. Ride Instructors must have a valid Schwinn or MadDogg certification....

Fitness Instructor

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

Promotes personal training, special programs, and group exercise. Maintains a clean fitness floor, (picks up cups, towels,keeps equipment orderly)....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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