Instructor Jobs in Smithfield, RI

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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Cheerleading Coach

  • Smithfield, RI
  • 15 days ago
  • Smithfield, RI
  • 15 days ago

Cheerleading Coach Smithfield Public Schools Smithfield Public Schools - Smithfield, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details Job ID:5081166...

Reformer pilates instructor

  • North Providence, RI (5 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • North Providence, RI (5 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 16 days ago

pilates instructor....

Zumba Instructor - Substitute

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 23 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 23 days ago

In this position you will provide fun, effective and safe group exercise to members participating in the Zumba class. This is a position teaching on an as-needed basis. Substitute hours will vary....

Group Fitness Instructor

  • Fall River, MA (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for Group Fitness Instructors to join our team! What's your specialty? Dance, yoga, cycling, strength or sports based workouts?...

Yoga Instructor

  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

clients of all levelsStrong customer service skillsGood verbal communication Responsibilities:Instruct safe and effective exercise classes.Maintain all mandatory education certifications.Follow all instructor...

Swim Instructor

  • Putnam, CT (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (17 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 26 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes....

HIIT Instructor

  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Swansea, MA (18 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Swim Instructor

  • Fall River, MA (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fall River, MA (24 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

CPR for the Professional Rescuer; AED; Basic First Aid Certifications YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent Demonstrated ability of YMCA standards swim instructor skills Physical Demands:...

Group Aqua Fitness Instructor

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for the creation and implementation of high level fitness routines that combine cutting edge trends with well-established basic choreography to ensure...

Group Exercise Instructor

  • Easton, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Easton, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

The Group Fitness Instructor will be responsible for the creation and implementation of high level fitness routines that combine cutting edge trends with well established basic choreography to ensure...

Weekday Morning Swim Instructor

  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Taunton, MA (21 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

. - Swim instructors should be able to teach all 4 competitive strokes and have experience working with children - Swim instructors should be able to pass a traditional swim test demonstrating 4 competitive...

Swim Instructor

  • Easton, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Easton, MA (22 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Weekday availability between 4-7pm and weekend availability between 9-2pm Swim instructors should be able to teach all 4 competitive strokes and have experience working with children Swim instructors...

Summer Camp Counselor

  • Seekonk, MA (11 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Seekonk, MA (11 miles from Smithfield, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

Summer Camp Counselor Location 472 Taunton Avenue, Seekonk, MA, 02771, United States Base Pay $15.50 / Hour Job Category Summer Camp, Education, Youth Development Contact information Name Dawn...

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Salary for Instructor Jobs in Smithfield, RI

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Highest Education Level

Instructors in Smithfield, RI 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 Smithfield, RI
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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