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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$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading K-12 district implementations, ensuring successful platform adoption through strategic planning, relationship building, and project management. Collaborate with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $196K *

Shape the future of K-12 education by leading product marketing strategies that drive growth and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver compelling messaging and go-to-market initiatives t...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Transform product strategy by leading impactful initiatives that enhance user experience and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that delight customer...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer activation by leading operational readiness and training coordination. Manage a team to streamline onboarding processes and enhance productivity, ensuring customers reach their init...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of AI engineering by leading technical solutions, mentoring teams, and driving production outcomes in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and operational excellence...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $87K *

Deliver exceptional training support by communicating complex concepts clearly, analyzing system issues, and enhancing customer experience for the VA's Vocational Readiness and Employment system. Coll...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $222K *

Pioneer innovative production techniques as you lead creative projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with teams to explore AI-driven methods while ensuring exceptional quality across diverse f...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Champion employee growth by leading innovative learning initiatives and managing a dynamic L&D team. Drive strategy and execution of training programs that enhance skills, support career pathways, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $141K *

Lead the product direction for membership operations, balancing customer needs and enterprise requirements. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, improve operational outcomes, and ensure a seam...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Innovate medical education programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring effective training on cardiovascular devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance learning experiences and maintain hig...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive success by partnering with colleges to optimize their Ellucian Colleague ERP systems, ensuring effective application design, configuration, and support while adhering to client budgets and timel...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$85K - $106K *

Analyze and optimize Amazon DSP and paid search campaigns to drive results across Retail Media. Leverage data insights to enhance performance, ensuring KPI excellence while managing fast-paced, multif...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Engineer AI-driven integrations and enhance platform capabilities while independently managing client engagements from discovery to certification. Collaborate with sales, design solutions, and ensure...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $119K *

Transform the landscape of clinical documentation by educating and mentoring teams, ensuring compliance, and enhancing documentation accuracy to optimize patient care and coding outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $180K *

Join us to lead our accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and scalability. Drive financial reporting, audits, and team development while applying your technical expertise in a dynamic, multi-channe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with a seasoned team to tackle complex challenges. Drive product development in a fully remote environment, focusing on user n...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Transform brand experiences by crafting compelling visual identities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute innovative design solutions that elevate our brand across all custo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence across multiple schools, enhancing leadership effectiveness and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to drive enrollment growth and academic improvemen...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a complex utility deployment initiative. Drive end-to-end program execution, cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders, and ensure alignment across teams to unloc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse portfolio of customer accounts, focusing on strategic retention and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize outcomes and proactively engage clients fo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $185K *

Reimagine paid search strategy and execution, leading a dynamic team to enhance performance, drive growth, and establish market presence while connecting client objectives with innovative solutions an...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $185K *

Champion the future of defense solutions by driving new business, building relationships, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring cus...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Partner with us to enhance product knowledge through comprehensive training programs, ensuring effective customer support and the growth of clinical expertise in the field sales organization. Be a cli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI transformations by owning client engagements from discovery to handoff. Lead technical strategy, build executive relationships, and ensure successful outcomes while mentoring te...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the sales learning experience by facilitating engaging training sessions, providing ongoing support to producers, and enhancing their skill development through effective coaching and resource...

Lindon, UTRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.