Instructor Jobs in Missouri

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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Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor

  • Platte City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Platte City, MO
  • 1 day ago

Overview Responsible and accountable for planning, conducting, and evaluating high quality aquatics group exercise classes....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 1 day ago

Position Requirements Responsibilities: Instruct a variety of group exercise classes. Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercises. Maintain all mandatory education certifications....

Pickleball Instructor

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

We are Invited. At Invited Clubs, work feels like play as you build relationships with your team and meet Members from all different backgrounds. Every time you step foot in your Club, you can...

Junior High Cheerleading Coach - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Carthage, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Coach/Sponsor Responsible to: AthleticDirector/Principal Qualifications: Missouri State Teaching Certificate (Head Coach) Substitute Certificate (Assistant Coach) Primary Functions: To...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Frontenac, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Frontenac, MO
  • 3 days ago

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

Swim Coach Assistant Boys

  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 4 days ago

Swim Coach ~ Assistant ~ Boys JobID: 9345 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Francis Howell North High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Swim Instructor - RiverChase YMCA

  • Fenton, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Fenton, MO
  • 5 days ago

YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards....

2025-2026 Assistant Girls Swim Coach (Lincoln Prep)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago

PURPOSE OF JOB: Provide leadership for the school's entire athletic program through the ongoing development, implementation and improvement of the specific sport coached. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND...

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach (Southeast High School)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago

Job Title: Assistant Flag Football Coach Department: Athletic Department Reports To: Head Coach, School based Athletic Director, Director of Athletics PURPOSE OF JOB: The assistant coach will...

Assistant Girls Flag Football Coach (Central High School)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 9 days ago

Job Title: Assistant Flag Football Coach Job Title Code: Salary Grade: Department: Athletic Department Reports To: Head Coach, School based Athletic Director, Director of Athletics FLSA Status:...

Middle School Cheerleading Coach

  • Boonville, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Boonville, MO
  • 11 days ago

Middle School Cheerleading Coach Boonville R-1 School District Laura Speed Elliott Middle School (6-8) - Boonville, Missouri Job Details Job ID:5086233 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

Swim Instructor

  • Des Peres, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Peres, MO
  • 14 days ago

As an Aquatics Swim Instructor, you will work in a fast-paced environment. You will help both adults and children improve their swimming....

Group Exercise Instructor - South City YMCA

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 14 days ago

, or equivalent Current group exercise certification accredited by NCCA required Full Compensation Package (when applicable): 403(b) Retirement Savings Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing...

Asst. Boys Swim Coach

  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 16 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Warrensburg High School Date Available: 08/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Position: Coach/Sponsor...

Swim Instructor - Bayer YMCA

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 16 days ago

YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards....

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Instructor positions.



Highest Education Level

Instructors in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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