Explore Instructor Jobs

Find instructor jobs that match your expertise, teaching style, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior instructional roles across education, corporate learning, technology, healthcare, and other specialized fields. Browse openings and discover roles where you can help learners build knowledge and practical skills.

What Do Instructors Do?

Instructors plan and deliver learning experiences for students, employees, and professional audiences. Their work may include developing lesson plans and training materials, leading classroom or online sessions, assessing progress, and adapting instruction to different learning needs. Depending on the role, instructors may teach academic subjects, technical skills, workplace processes, or professional development programs.

Common Instructor Roles

Instructor titles vary by employer and subject area. Opportunities may include senior instructor, corporate trainer, technical instructor, clinical instructor, professional education instructor, and online learning instructor. Some positions focus on direct teaching, while others combine instruction with curriculum design, program leadership, or team development.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong communication and presentation skills, subject-matter expertise, and the ability to explain complex topics clearly. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant degree or certification, classroom or workplace training experience, curriculum development skills, and familiarity with learning management systems or virtual teaching tools. Requirements vary by organization and specialty.

Instructor Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, credentials, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so explore listings to find instructor and training opportunities that meet your compensation goals. Experienced instructors may advance into learning and development leadership, curriculum management, or education program administration.

Find Instructor Jobs on Ladders

Search instructor jobs on Ladders to explore opportunities from vetted employers. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to positions aligned with your experience and career plans.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $213K *

Deliver exceptional brand design strategies that enhance visual identity across all touchpoints. Lead high-impact projects and mentor design teams to elevate craft standards, ensuring consistency and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that drives strategic AMER Field Marketing initiatives, managing a skilled team to enhance pipeline growth. Lead data-driven marketing efforts across North America, LATAM, and the Public S...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $265K *

Inspire a thriving community by leading Developer Advocates to amplify customer voices, enhance technical narratives, and foster engagement through strategic programs and collaboration across teams, d...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Optimize document management processes for a large-scale industrial project, ensuring accurate, secure, and accessible records throughout all project phases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams t...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex lease administration transitions. Drive strategy, ensure compliance, and enhance operational efficiency while collaborating with clients and cross-functional t...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive the creative vision as a Senior Manager of Visual Design, leading a talented team to elevate our brand's visual identity across multiple channels while ensuring high-quality execution and innova...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $137K *

Empower customers as a Senior Technical Support Engineer, solving complex technical issues with modern tools while enhancing user experience, collaborating with engineering, and shaping innovative sup...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K *

Lead our product marketing efforts to drive strategy, market growth, and segmentation for innovative public safety software. Collaborate with teams to translate product features into compelling messag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Empower children and families by delivering remote ABA services. Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with caregivers to foster meaningful progress in a supportive, flexible e...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by managing cross-regional teams, ensuring consistent performance standards, and facilitating effective agent execution. Drive strategic initiatives and resolve conflic...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance through expert Dynatrace monitoring. Collaborate with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, orchestrating pipelines, and supporting advanced analytics in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust data a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the future of healthcare business operations by driving growth, optimizing performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and...

Exton, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Support the future of facility management by overseeing maintenance, budgeting, and safety programs. Drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations while managing subcontractor se...

Prince George, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Services Analyst, leveraging your data expertise to deliver complex data migration projects for diverse clients. Drive efficiency through automation and desig...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $194K *

Drive your career as a Senior Product Manager, shaping innovative retailer experiences and analytics solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products that empower retailers to thri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $105K *

Transform enrollment strategies by building relationships and guiding families through the educational journey. Drive growth, manage pipelines, and leverage insights to enhance performance in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K *

Lead the charge in transforming patient care by driving therapy adoption and engagement in high-potential markets. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance awareness and access to innovati...

Fargo, NDRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and enhancing robust full-stack solutions. You'll take ownership of features from design to deployment, collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality, s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $155K *

Deliver impactful educational experiences by building strategic partnerships and developing innovative medical education programs to enhance clinical outcomes and drive growth in healthcare training...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust global talent pipeline through strategic university partnerships and innovative early talent programs. Collaborate closely with leaders to build a sustainable futur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an instructor do?question toggle

    An instructor teaches or trains learners in a subject, skill, or professional practice. Responsibilities may include preparing lessons, delivering instruction, assessing progress, and developing learning materials.

  • What types of instructor jobs are available?question toggle

    Instructor opportunities can include academic, technical, clinical, corporate training, professional education, and online learning roles. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer and specialty.

  • What qualifications do instructor jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the subject and employer. Many roles value relevant expertise, strong communication skills, and teaching or training experience; some require a degree, certification, or specialized credentials.

  • Can instructors earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some senior, specialized, corporate, and technical instructor roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on industry, location, experience, credentials, and job scope.

  • Where can I find instructor jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse instructor listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each job posting for current compensation and eligibility details.