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Foss Swim School

Swim Instructor

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$19/hr

At Foss Swim School (FOSS), Swim Instructors (actual title is Swim Teacher ) are more than ... We provide paid training to help you confidently teach the FOSS Swim Path curriculum and offer on ...

Sylvan Learning Center

ACT Instructor

Johnston, IA

$15 - $17/hr

In this role, you will be delivering our proven curriculum to students at our community learning center in individual and small group format. Responsibilities * Engage and motivate students * Manage ...

PetSmart Careers

Pet Trainer

Ankeny, IA

$13.07 - $18.07/hr

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ames, IA · On-site

$13.07 - $18.07/hr

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ankeny, IA

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ames, IA

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$13.07 - $18.07/hr

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ames, IA

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

PetSmart

Pet Trainer

Ames, IA · On-site

Development opportunities Job Summary PetSmart's Pet Training Instructor is responsible for ... Educates pet parents about the benefits of our entire pet training curriculum. * Maintains all ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for curriculum instructor in Ames, IA is $59,915.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Curriculum Instructor vs Curriculum Developer?

AspectCurriculum InstructorCurriculum Developer
Required CredentialsTeaching certification, subject expertiseEducational background, instructional design skills
Work EnvironmentClassroom, training sessionsOffice, remote, development teams
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, training centersEducational publishers, e-learning companies
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

While both roles focus on educational content, a Curriculum Instructor primarily delivers lessons directly to students or trainees, requiring teaching credentials and classroom experience. In contrast, a Curriculum Developer designs and creates curricula, often working behind the scenes in offices or remotely. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in education and training sectors.

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Fitness Instructor

Fitness Instructor

Presbyterian Homes & Services

Ankeny, IA • On-site

$20.91 - $25.47/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Presbyterian Homes & Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 238 rated social care providers

Job description

Overview
Presbyterian Homes & Services is seeking a Fitness Instructor for our team. The Fitness Instructor leads, instructs and motivates individuals or groups in exercise activities in assigned PHS locations. This may include aquatic exercise activities if aquatic facilities are located on the assigned campus. The Fitness Instructor works with the Fitness Director to develop the curriculum and lesson plans necessary to ensure classes are delivered to address the wellness objectives of the participants. Additional responsibilities include: ensuring the facilities and equipment are operating safely, maintaining a high level of sanitation and cleanliness in the Fitness areas, and ensuring program and services are operated in accordance to policies and procedures as well as State and local regulations.
REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Fitness Instructor reports the Life Enrichment Director at the designated HUB. This position collaborates with Site Leaders and staff at designated work sites.
CURRENT OPENINGS INCLUDE:
Part-time Dayshift, flexible hours to meet business needs
ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY
Mill-Pond
1201 Southeast Mill Pond Court
Ankeny, IA 50021
Complete with walkways and waterfalls, Mill Pond is situated on five acres south of First Street, just off of Delaware Avenue. Nearby Interstate 35 provides convenient access to all Polk County amenities and the greater Des Moines area.
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:
- Off- Street Parking
- Free employee meals
This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Care Center/Long Term Care
Salary: $20.91 - $25.47 / hour
Responsibilities
Some of the responsibilities of the Fitness Instructor include (but are not limited to):
  • Conduct professional classes in balance, strengthening, flexibility, endurance and additional topics which may be of benefit to the participants of the Fitness Center.
  • In cooperation with the Fitness Director, develop and implement a curriculum and schedule of classes that will address the needs of the participants of the Fitness Center and provide the variety and frequency of classes to reach a wide spectrum of participants based upon regulations and established best practices.
  • Supervise open swim as scheduled to monitor the utilization of the pool, and ensure the safety of all participants (sites with aquatic facilities only).
  • Administer standardized assessments in a uniform manner.
  • Educate and communicate to residents and caregivers on interventions and programs.
  • Maintain a safe and clean fitness area and equipment.
  • Monitor vital signs: blood pressure, pulse, respiration and oxygen saturation when applicable during fitness activities.
  • Complete accurate, legible and timely documentation which supports the services provided.
  • Accurately capture and bill for services provided when applicable, according to company policies and procedures.
  • Manages schedule to meet the needs of the resident. Flexible and adaptable to changes in the department/organization.

Qualifications
1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Bachelors degree preferred in a related field or equivalent experience in the fitness industry.
3. Current nationally recognized certification in CPR.
4. Current Personal Training Certification
5. Current Group Fitness Certification
6. Must have the ability to relate professionally positively, and work cooperatively with residents, guests, families, and employees at all levels.
7. Able and willing to travel to other PHS communities.
8. Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.
9. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Benefits
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:
  • Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
  • Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
  • Life insurance (AD&D)
  • Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
  • Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:
  • Vision insurance
  • Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
  • Accident & hospitalization coverage
  • Education assistance programs

All employees:
  • Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
  • Same-day pay
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • College partnership educational discounts
  • Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.
PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

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