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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$70K - $93K *

Unlock potential as you deliver structured eVTOL training, enhancing customer skills and safety. Engage in ground, simulator, and flight instruction while maintaining high standards and fostering oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engage your skills as a Trainer Developer, creating and delivering training programs for UAS operations. Collaborate with engineering teams and ensure effective training methodologies while supporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and delivery of impactful customer training programs that enhance software adoption and proficiency. Collaborate with teams to create engaging content and measure training effectivenes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Champion integrated behavioral health services for adolescents, providing individual and family therapy, assessments, and care coordination within a collaborative clinic environment, ensuring patient...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Inspire and lead a diverse team of instructors, driving performance and engagement while fostering a culture of growth and inclusivity. Collaborate across departments to align talent strategies with b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as an instructor, guiding military professionals through a blended seminar program that combines onsite and online learning, fostering critical thinking and leadership skills in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$41K - $130K *

Join a team that's passionate about health and wellness, leading dynamic yoga classes that inspire and motivate participants while fostering a supportive community environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of intelligence training by merging analysis expertise with curriculum development to enhance the capabilities of government professionals in strategic targeting during critical defen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the capabilities of intelligence professionals by developing and delivering comprehensive training programs that enhance understanding of the intelligence targeting cycle and joint targeting p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K *

Inspire the future of golf instruction by delivering personalized lessons and programs that enhance performance and enjoyment for golfers of all ages and skill levels, while fostering a welcoming and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $171K *

Empower the next generation of pilots by delivering exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction while ensuring adherence to aviation regulations and training excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Elevate training excellence by delivering advanced tactical instruction and leading contractor support for high-risk operations at the Marine Raider Training Center, ensuring safety and performance st...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $245K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional pediatric emergency care. As a Clinical Faculty member, you'll deliver critical medical services, mentor future healthcare professionals, and enga...

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

$225K - $245K *

Transform your career by providing critical pediatric emergency care in a dynamic clinical environment. Engage in teaching, quality improvement, and collaborative practice while ensuring high-quality...

Today

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

$93K - $128K *

Elevate client fitness journeys by developing and delivering tailored Pilates programs, ensuring engagement and progress through exceptional instruction and customer service while building your busine...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $150K *

Champion excellence in rotorcraft flight training, ensuring compliance with aviation standards while delivering exceptional instructional support and evaluation to enhance pilot performance and safety...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of workforce training by leading technical instruction and development initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to enhance skills across all levels, ensuring effective training solutions...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$41K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering dynamic group exercise classes that inspire and motivate participants of all fitness levels while fostering a positive and inclusive environment for health and wellness...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$41K - $130K *

Inspire and motivate fitness enthusiasts by leading dynamic group exercise classes, tailoring routines for diverse abilities, and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for all participants to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $128K *

Elevate client wellness by developing personalized Pilates programs and providing expert instruction. Collaborate with team members to enhance member experience while maximizing your professional grow...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$43K - $208K *

Unlock your potential by leading dynamic group exercise classes that inspire and motivate participants of all fitness levels. Create tailored workouts in a positive environment while staying updated o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform client engagement by leveraging Instructure products to enhance learning outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices, drive adoption, and support educational initiati...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Elevate product adoption by delivering impactful training sessions for customers, partners, and employees. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create engaging educational content that drives so...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance training excellence by leading course development and instruction for Surface Warfare personnel. Ensure consistency across training sites while managing performance and delivering impactful pr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $129K *

Lead the charge in empowering customers through engaging technical training on industrial automation systems, enhancing their ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex technologies effect...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.