Instructor Jobs in Hilliard, OH

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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Pilates Instructor

  • Dublin, OH (5 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (5 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 3 days ago

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

Group Exercise Instructor - Whitehall YMCA

  • Whitehall, OH (16 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Whitehall, OH (16 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Maintains equipment and keeps the group exercise area clean....

Spin/Cycling Instructor

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago

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

HIIT Instructor/Small Group Instructor

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago

: Instruct safe and effective exercise classes....

Spinning Instructor

  • Hilliard, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH
  • 7 days ago

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

ZUMBA Instructor

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Valid ZUMBA Certification also acceptable Special Skills: Experience teaching exercise classes for clients of all levels Strong customer service skills Good verbal communication Responsibilities: Instruct...

Part-Time Dance Instructor/Choreographer - Columbus/Westerville

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 13 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

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 15 days ago

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

Swimming Instructors - North YMCA

  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 20 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 20 days ago

Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and...

Soccer Instructor- North YMCA

  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 22 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 22 days ago

Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and...

Sports of All Sorts Youth Instructor - Ward YMCA

  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Westerville, OH (15 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 27 days ago

We need some instructors to lead beginner level sports for school-age kids at the Eldon and Elise Ward Family YMCA....

In Door Cycling Instructor 'Part Time'

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements: Nationally Accredited Certification: ACE, AFAA, and NASM preferred (Zumba license if teaching only Zumba) Current CPR Certification Minimum of six months prior teaching/training experience...

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Hilliard, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hilliard, OH
  • 30+ days ago

There is a need for instructors who have experience in any and all of the following genres - Bootcamp based classes, BOSU, Kickboxing, Zumba, TRX, Hi/Lo, Sculpt, Yoga and Pilates.Maintain valid CPR...

Swim Instructor

  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH (9 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ 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....

Summer Camp Instructor

  • Powell, OH (11 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Powell, OH (11 miles from Hilliard, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview From animal visitors to zoo walks, and art projects to hands on activities, the Zoo's Summer Camp Counselor is one of the most fun jobs that you can have here at the Zoo! If you're good...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Hilliard, OH

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Hilliard, OH 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 Hilliard, OH
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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