Instructor Jobs in Morrisville, NC

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 Exercise Instructor

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 3 days ago

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

Dance Teacher

  • Wake Forest, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Overview POSITION PURPOSE: Plans and provides for appropriate classroom learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social...

Zumba/Dance Instructor

  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Torch Fitness, a premier division of Valet Living, is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Zumba/Dance Instructor to lead fun, energizing 45-minute classes at various upscale communities in Raleigh,...

Tennis Instructor - THOR

  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Successful candidates will be NTRP 3.0 or higher tennis players who effectively communicate with groups of juniors. After going through on court training, you would teach junior introductory group...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Apex, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Apex, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

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

Yoga group fitness instructor

  • Research Triangle Park, NC (4 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Research Triangle Park, NC (4 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Ideal candidates will be certified in Yoga and have prior success as a Yoga Instructor....

Group Exercise Instructor - YOGA

  • Wake Forest, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 11 days ago

About You: Experience as a Group Exercise instructor....

Group Fitness Instructor and Coach

  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 15 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...

Swim Instructor/ Lifeguard

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 16 days ago

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

Swim Instructor/ Life Guard

  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 16 days ago

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

Childrens Fitness Instructor

  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 16 days ago

Be part of a team of instructors who teach classes and run birthday parties on the weekends....

Group Exercise Instructor - RTP

  • Rtp, NC (4 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Rtp, NC (4 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 19 days ago

Position Summary The following provides a detailed description for the position of Group Exercise Instructor (GXI). Actual duties performed may vary slightly....

Dance Instructor

  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Holly Springs, NC (17 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 20 days ago

The Town of Holly Springs is seeking experienced Dance Instructors to teach youth and preschool dance classes in hip-hop, ballet, tap, and contemporary dance....

In need of a private dance teacher

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 22 days ago

In need of a private dance teacher (Durham) 3611 University Dr. compensation: 10 hr I would like to learn some choreography. The dance is probably less than 2 minutes but I'm not a dancer....

Group Exercise Instructor (Per Diem)

  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cary, NC (7 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

The Group Exercise Instructor position pays $35.00 per class Summary: The Group Exercise Instructor leads members through group exercise activities....

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Morrisville, NC

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Morrisville, NC 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 Morrisville, NC
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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