Dive Instructor Salary in San Diego, CA

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How much does a Dive Instructor make in San Diego, CA? The average Dive Instructor salary in San Diego, CA is $47,342 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $42,207 and $57,536. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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PADI Certified Dive Instructor & Retail Sales Associate

Adorama Inc. - Costa Mesa , CA

... Instructor to join our passionate team. With a deep-rooted love for the ocean and all aquatic ... Collaborate with store personnel and management to enhance our dive education initiatives. Fluent ...

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Dive Instructor

Ammonite Adventure Charters - Miami , FL

Ammonite Adventure Charters is looking for a PADI dive instructor to join its 2023-24 season in Abaco, Bahamas Scuba Diving Instructor Job Descriptions Make a difference. See a difference. Be the ...

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Scuba Instructor Dive Professional

Diventures - Sterling , VA

The Diventures Dive Professional contributes to the success of Diventures by consistently building positive experiences and lasting relationships, through high-touch, high-communication, personalized ...

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Swim Instructor

British Swim School of Milwaukee South and Western Suburbs - Delafield , WI

Dive into a rewarding role as a Swim Instructor and make a splash in young lives. Join our dynamic team and provide life-saving skills to children who will never forget you. With intensive training ...

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Fall 2024 - Instructor - CREATIVE

iKids U Austin - Austin , TX

Join us and dive into the transformative power of after-school care that's designed to inspire, empower, and make every day a blast! Apply today to start an exciting career as an Instructor at iKids ...

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Camp Art Instructor at Devon Prep

ESF Inc - Devon , PA

Dive Into the Camp Day! Promote and lead daily activities and projects with enthusiasm, collaborating effectively with counselors and fellow instructors. * Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure ...

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What does a Dive Instructor do?

Common responsibilities of a Dive Instructor

Complete copy of college transcript conferring Master's degree (master's transcript).

December 23, 2022

Complete copy of college transcript conferring Bachelor's degree (bachelor's transcript).

February 16, 2023

Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject sport.

February 22, 2023

Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of athletic equipment.

March 01, 2023

Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within subject field.

April 03, 2023

Initiate and maintain a team program that is consistent, reasonable, and effective for the student-athlete and the team.

April 28, 2023

Deliver coaching instruction in various learning styles.

May 01, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Dive Instructor in San Diego, CA

Average Base Salary

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42207

57536

47342

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

45892

62829

51549

What is the average salary for Dive Instructor in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Dive Instructor in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Dive Instructor ranges from $42,207 to $57,536 with the average base salary of $47,342. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,892 to $62,829 with the average total cash compensation of $51,549.

View Average Salary for Dive Instructor as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$47,342	$42,207 - $57,536
Bonus	$4,208	$3,685 - $5,293
Total Pay	$51,549	$45,892 - $62,829

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Dive Instructor Salary Near San Diego, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,284 - $57,641	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,410 - $57,812	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,174 - $57,491	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,471 - $57,895	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,174 - $57,491	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,861 - $58,427	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA

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About San Diego, California

According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Canyon and Point Loma fault zones are part of the San Andreas Fault system. About 40 miles (64 km) east of the bay are the Laguna Mountains in the Peninsular Ranges, which are part of the backbone of the American continents. The city lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separating its mesas, creating small pockets of natural open space scattered throughout the city and giving it a hilly geography. Traditionally, San Diegans have built the...

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