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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$108K - $130K *

Discover a role where you’ll craft innovative brand design solutions, ensuring consistency across diverse mediums. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand expression and drive strateg...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and develop innovative brand systems, ensuring cohesive expression across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality design solutions while maintaining brand cons...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $92K *

Elevate technology management across campus by ensuring seamless functionality, training staff, and integrating new equipment. Collaborate with various departments to enhance classroom experiences and...

3 weeks ago

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

$64K - $96K *

Join our dynamic team to prepare and deliver engaging Technical Communications courses, fostering student success through innovative teaching methods and active participation in departmental governanc...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower educational excellence by leading district-wide instructional programs, enhancing student achievement through strategic oversight of curriculum, assessment, and professional development while...

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $127K *

Contribute to student success by delivering tailored occupational therapy services in a collaborative school environment. Engage with educators and support teams to enhance students' development and p...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by serving as the key liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment on goals and delivering exceptional project outcomes while managing multiple priorities and foster...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing top-tier training programs for Customer Service Center agents, ensuring quality assurance and operational excellence through effective leadership and innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $95K *

Shape operational excellence by leading training initiatives and standards programs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in frontline training across a dynamic network...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Help us design and implement impactful learning programs that align with business goals. Collaborate with instructional designers to create cohesive frameworks, ensuring measurable outcomes and contin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $90K *

Elevate your career by developing and delivering vital training programs that enhance safety and technical skills for maintenance personnel in a dynamic, multi-location environment. Collaborate with t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $100K *

Transform student outcomes by fostering relationships and implementing a Common Core-aligned curriculum. Collaborate with teams to analyze data and drive instruction, creating an inclusive environment...

5 days ago

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

$92K - $156K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing instructional leadership and driving student achievement. Collaborate with educators to implement effective teaching strategies and professional development...

Yesterday

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

$92K - $156K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing instructional leadership and driving student achievement through effective coaching, data analysis, and professional development in a collaborative educationa...

Yesterday

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

$130K - $189K *

Elevate assessment practices by partnering with schools to design, pilot, and implement innovative strategies that measure holistic outcomes while reducing administrative burdens to enhance personaliz...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of military aviation by delivering high-quality flight and ground instruction. Collaborate with aircrew and support teams to ensure safe, efficient operations while mentoring pilo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $97K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the Aviation Maintenance Technician program by coordinating operations, supporting faculty, and ensuring compliance. Foster a high-quality educational experience while dri...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead the Aviation Maintenance Training program, enhancing outreach, marketing, and educational funding while collaborating with students and industry partners to drive enrollment and progra...

3 weeks ago

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

$106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering student growth through innovative teaching methods. You'll create engaging learning experiences, support diverse student needs, and collaborate with staff and...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading the VN program operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among faculty and students. Drive curriculum development and promote student success while ma...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the VN program through innovative leadership, ensuring compliance, faculty development, and student success while collaborating with campus partners to enhance curriculum and operations...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving revenue growth through data analysis, sales optimization, and AI tool development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance sales strategies and improve customer engagemen...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Engage with stakeholders to deliver innovative defense tech solutions. As the Product Owner, you'll prioritize product backlogs and drive user stories to completion while ensuring alignment with strat...

Ontario, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $122K *

Advance community wellness by leading diverse fitness programs and supervising a dedicated team. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and foster an inclusive environment that prom...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$99K *

Elevate educational practices by coaching teachers to enhance instruction and meet diverse student needs. Collaborate with school teams to implement effective strategies and foster professional growth...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.