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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$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and governance of structured exam content. Drive standards compliance and metadata alignment across assessment systems, ensuring seamless integration and functio...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering exceptional onboarding and learning experiences, enhancing employee engagement and growth through hands-on facilitation and innovative program management...

CanadaRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $197K *

Lead the charge in data-driven security initiatives, leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to protect assessment integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable i...

Leawood, KSRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance patient access and streamline operational processes, driving meaningful improvements through data analysis, project management, and collaboration across departments while fost...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $289K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer integrations by leveraging AI and advanced technologies. Collaborate with clients to design and implement solutions that enhance business outcomes and drive sa...

Vienna, VARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $200K *

Lead and elevate analytic approaches to support contract negotiations, drive strategic initiatives, and mentor a skilled team, enhancing provider relationships and regulatory compliance to improve the...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Oversee a portfolio of clinical studies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead Project Managers in executing complex trials, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction while leveraging you...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to deploying and sustaining software-enabled autonomous systems. You'll bridge technical gaps, ensuring operational readiness and enhancing customer independence through h...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Join our Central Art Team to develop robust animation systems in Unreal Engine 5, connecting animation, art, design, and engineering. Create tools and workflows that empower animators, ensuring seamle...

Beverly Hills, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in supporting clients with policy, business development, and growth strategies in the climate and energy sectors. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to navigate complex challenges a...

Washington, DCRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $104K *

Analyze and design fiber paths for high-volume projects, ensuring accurate inventory management and effective communication with stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Elevate healthcare education by leading the development of innovative allied health programs. Drive growth and improvement through strategic partnerships, curriculum design, and compliance, ensuring l...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Elevate your career by managing the 340B Drug Pricing Program, ensuring compliance and operational excellence for diverse healthcare clients. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving program integ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform sales leadership by building and guiding a high-performing team to drive growth and retention in the AMER region, collaborating across departments to execute strategic initiatives and enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $132K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of client success by leading implementation efforts. Drive operational excellence while mentoring your team and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR support for a dynamic organization. Collaborate with HRBPs and COEs to drive initiatives, analyze data, and improve employee experiences while managing per...

CanadaRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the design vision and systems for AI interactions, leading the creation of innovative user experiences. Drive product strategy and execution from concept to launch, ensuring high-quality desig...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Drive success as a Senior Sales Professional, executing strategic outreach and building relationships in the Mountain West/Midwest. Leverage your expertise in tech sales to generate leads, close deals...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$165K - $200K *

Transform federal programs by leading owner's representative services, ensuring effective project delivery from inception to closeout. Leverage commercial real estate expertise to advocate for owners...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$104K - $156K *

Lead transformative client engagements, ensuring successful project delivery and fostering strong partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product adoption and enhance customer s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of impactful experiential events for senior manufacturing leaders, focusing on emerging technologies and industry trends. Collaborate cross-functionally to create e...

Southfield, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $193K *

Drive the future of rail engineering by managing complex rolling stock projects. Leverage your expertise in vehicle design and modifications to ensure quality and compliance while mentoring teams and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $235K *

Join a team that's transforming integrations into a cohesive, high-quality API platform. You will lead backend development and operational reliability, driving collaborations and mentoring initiatives...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform media operations by planning and coordinating across various areas, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices while driving productivity and cost savings in a dynamic environment...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.