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 *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading a team of program managers, enhancing patient access to medications, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a supportive work environment...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $200K *

Lead a national team of Key Account Leaders to drive sales in campus public safety, focusing on recruitment, coaching, and team performance. Shape strategies to enhance sales effectiveness and adapt t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex cybersecurity narratives into engaging content that captivates audiences across various formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance brand storytelling and drive conve...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $137K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Consultant, driving ONESOURCE Direct Tax solutions. Collaborate with clients, leverage AI tools, and enhance efficiency while managing multiple projects in a dynamic...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure seamless network connectivity for dock deployments. Collaborate with IT teams, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and enhance customer confidence through effective communi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate cloud security and reliability by leading DevOps practices across teams. You'll optimize AWS and GCP environments, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and ensure cost-effective engineering tools, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $238K *

Champion provider growth by shaping strategies that enhance engagement and acquisition. Collaborate cross-functionally to create compelling messaging and drive impactful go-to-market initiatives, ensu...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape high-impact growth in retail partnerships by overseeing field operations, driving application volume, and enhancing point-of-sale conversion rates. Collaborate with teams to optimize strategies...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $266K *

Lead pricing strategies for a global business unit, managing proposals and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate cost proposals and mitigate risks effectively...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $210K *

Drive your career with impactful Workday Grants Management solutions. Collaborate with mission-driven organizations to design, configure, and deploy systems that ensure accuracy and long-term success...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Discover your potential by leading complex Workday integrations with a focus on Financial Management. Engage with clients and teams to create scalable solutions, drive project success, and support the...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $221K *

Partner with us to deliver integrated IT solutions that align with customer goals. Leverage your technical expertise to navigate complex requirements and enhance customer satisfaction through innovati...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $158K *

Join us to shape the future of member experiences in healthcare by leading innovative design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing service delivery through user-centered d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $90K *

Empower successful RHTP initiatives through stakeholder engagement, communications, and project support. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effective outreach, timely execution, and inclusive pa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of billing operations by leading a team to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency. Drive process improvements, manage complex accounts, and collaborate across functions to resol...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $187K *

Engage in providing essential Occupational Therapy services to children, conducting evaluations, tracking progress, and collaborating with families and educators to support individualized goals in a s...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Unlock potential by delivering tailored Occupational Therapy services to children, conducting assessments, and collaborating with families and educators to support individual goals in a school setting...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Shape the future of children's therapy by delivering impactful Occupational Therapy services in educational settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to enhance child development and track...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Elevate children's potential by providing essential Occupational Therapy services in a collaborative school environment, ensuring progress through evaluations, IEP compliance, and teamwork with famili...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Unlock your potential by providing essential Occupational Therapy services to children, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with families and educators to support each child's development and pr...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Contribute to the development of children by providing essential Occupational Therapy services in a school setting. Collaborate with educators and families to track progress and ensure IEP goals are m...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $187K *

Drive impactful Occupational Therapy services for children, conducting assessments, tracking progress, and collaborating with families and educators to achieve individualized goals in a school setting...

New York, USRemote

2 weeks 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.