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 - $149K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with top partners to drive technical sales, deliver impactful training, and enhance product adoption. Join a dynamic team focused on fostering creativity and accou...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer integrated marketing strategies to drive growth and engagement, overseeing campaigns, events, and account-based marketing initiatives that connect prospects with solutions and enhance the buy...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the strategy and execution of regional field marketing events, driving pipeline growth and enhancing brand awareness through integrated marketing initiatives across enterprise technology audience...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Transform live experiences by leading high-volume, quick-turn activations. Drive production excellence from concept to execution, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while managing multiple...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Transform custom manufacturing workflows by bridging CAD/CAM solutions with client needs. Collaborate with Sales to deliver tailored demos, support technical validations, and represent the brand at in...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $108K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative electrical solutions. Collaborate on complex projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards while driving quality an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $200K *

Transform compliance within a dynamic enterprise by designing and overseeing an effective Ethics and Compliance Program that aligns with regulations and promotes enterprise growth. Drive culture and a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, driving client success through innovative strategies and performance optimization while fostering professional growth and collabo...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $118K *

Drive success by leading a dynamic team in paid search advertising, optimizing client strategies, and enhancing performance metrics. Foster talent development while managing key client relationships t...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$151K - $216K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative solutions, drive technical excellence, and foster collaboration while serving the U.S. Government in a hybrid work env...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful events by overseeing registration operations and leveraging technology. Collaborate with teams to enhance attendee experiences and ensure seamless execution of...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of utility substation engineering by developing a high-performing team, driving business growth, and delivering integrated solutions for electric utility clients...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $313K *

Drive impactful change by building highly scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with a top-tier team to enhance performance and quality while participating in dynamic software d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Lead the transformation of media ingestion and distribution systems, driving automated, AI-powered workflows that enhance efficiency and accelerate content delivery to a global audience. Collaborate a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $230K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and performance across multiple channels, optimizing customer journeys and aligning cross-functional teams to achieve measurable outcomes in MRR and product expansion...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial technology by leading product initiatives, optimizing processes, and collaborating across departments to deliver innovative solutions that enhance fu...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$251K - $307K *

Champion innovative patient marketing strategies that drive engagement and awareness for a first-in-class therapy in Becker muscular dystrophy, collaborating across teams to enhance patient experience...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Transform the future of distributed systems by designing and building robust platform components. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and scalability in mission-critical environments, driving...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $205K *

Champion member success by managing relationships across diverse technology foundations. Drive engagement, operational efficiency, and strategic initiatives to maximize member value and satisfaction i...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovative media strategies for healthcare clients, leveraging audience insights and performance data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes and deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K *

Transform the future of public safety as a Director of Product Management, leading a high-performing team to define and deliver innovative SaaS products. Collaborate across departments to drive produc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $126K *

Join us to lead strategic investments in Service Engineering and Technical Publications, driving innovation through AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $200K *

Drive portfolio strategy and execution by transforming market needs into profitable offers. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and operational readiness, enhancing sales confidence and optim...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of scientific computing and research infrastructure. Lead strategic initiatives, manage high-performance computing resources, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

Madison, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.