Instructor Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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

  • Parlin, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parlin, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications for Group Fitness Instructor Current Group Fitness certification/multiple specialized certifications preferred. CPR/AED certification....

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Morrisville, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morrisville, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Responsibilities We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Clinton, NJ (23 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton, NJ (23 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Exercise Instruction Preferred: None Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation) : Required: None Preferred: 1-2 years of prior group exercise instruction experience License, Registry...

Spin Class Group Exercise Instructor

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Position Overview The General Manager is responsible for effectively managing all facets of their gym, including, but not limited to hiring, training, development of team members and overall gym...

Swim Instructor

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

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

Childrens Gymnastics Instructor

  • West Windsor, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • West Windsor, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Children's Gymnastics Coach/Instructor Responsibilities: Interact with children and parents on a daily basis Teach exceptional gymnastics classes Provide assistance to other instructors and staff at...

Adaptive Aquatics Swim Instructor

  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Grow your career in the industry What will you do as a Swim Instructor?...

Kids Instructor

  • New Hope, PA (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Hope, PA (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

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

Aquatics Swim Instructor - Temporary

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 23 days ago

Aquatics Swim Instructor - Temporary US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2024-19493 Type: Temporary # of Openings: 1 Category: Athletics Overview The role of the Aquatics Swim Instructor is to provide instructional...

Pilates Instructor

  • New Hope, PA (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • New Hope, PA (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

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

ESY Swim Instructor for Special Education Students

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Salary: Swim Instructor - $75.23 per hour A timesheet must be submitted for reimbursement....

Camp Lifeguard-Swim Instructor at Chapin

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Join our Chapin team in Princeton: Be a Hero to Campers as a Camp Lifeguard-Swim Instructor at ESF Camps!...

Aquatics Swim Instructor - Temporary Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 25 days ago

Aquatics Swim Instructor - Temporary US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2024-19493 Type: Temporary # of Openings: 1 Category: Athletics Overview The role of the Aquatics Swim Instructor is to provide instructional...

Martial Arts Instructor

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

learning Cooperative, supportive, flexible Has a strong work ethic and do whatever it takes mind set At least three references ____ We highly value the contributions of experienced educators in our instructor...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ
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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