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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$188K - $274K *

Help us shape the future of creator experiences by leading design strategies that empower millions. Drive innovative, AI-first solutions that transform complex workflows into intuitive, actionable ins...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $140K *

Contribute to a transformative student care framework, leading initiatives that enhance student success, support, and engagement across multiple programs while fostering collaboration and strategic pa...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $140K *

Shape the future of student success by leading integrated care initiatives, enhancing support systems, and fostering collaboration across departments to ensure equitable access and resources for all s...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to drive regional growth as a strategic marketing partner, executing localized demand plans that enhance pipeline contributions and foster strong sales collaborations. This senior role offers...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support mission readiness by designing and delivering technical training for advanced airborne and ground-based systems, collaborating with experts to ensure effective curriculum development and train...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $109K *

Champion the unique needs of K-8 students with disabilities through tailored instruction and support. Engage in professional development to enhance special education practices and contribute to a coll...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful learning by instructing Cyber Operations courses, enhancing curriculum, and coaching Air Force personnel. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure effective training and adapt mater...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Empower business success by designing impactful learning solutions. Analyze performance gaps and develop strategic interventions that align with organizational goals, ensuring effective learning journ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us to design engaging, narrative-driven learning experiences that teach essential life skills through interactive gameplay. Collaborate closely with learning designers to create prototyp...

1 week ago

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

$91K - $112K *

Deliver impactful technical education by leading program planning, logistics, and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and optimize resources for effective learning experience...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$113K - $119K *

Grow your career with a transformative fellowship designed to develop future school leaders. Engage in hands-on training, receive personalized feedback, and immerse yourself in school culture to prepa...

2 weeks ago

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

$113K - $119K *

Transform educational leadership by immersing in high-performing schools, receiving tailored feedback, and developing essential skills to lead effectively as a Principal Fellow, paving the way for imp...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive the social media strategy for a fast-growing trading segment, managing content across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance brand voice, engage communities, and analyze performan...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Design and develop interactive training content using multimedia tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure courseware meets standards and accessibility requirements. Manage course registrations and main...

Little Rock, ARRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower a culture of learning by delivering training programs that enhance employee skills and promote quality patient care across multiple facilities, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and comp...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Deliver high-quality training for I&C technicians, ensuring comprehension and performance tracking. Collaborate with teams to enhance training materials and support continuous improvement in a virtual...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Build a thriving educational environment by leading staff, managing programs, and ensuring high standards for academic performance while fostering a positive, safe atmosphere for students and teachers...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$155K - $225K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by leading enterprise implementations, collaborating with clients to translate complex workflows into scalable systems, and optimizing performance for impactful conten...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing employee capabilities by managing an innovative learning and development strategy that enhances technical and leadership skills across the organization, ensuring alignmen...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Tackle revenue operations challenges by enhancing systems and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and support scalable CRM solutions in a fast-paced environment, ens...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $87K *

Transform maintenance training by coordinating and delivering effective programs that enhance team skills and performance across national operations. Evaluate training impact and foster a compliant, k...

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

$93K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering clients through personalized Pilates training. Develop comprehensive programs, collaborate with members, and enhance your career in a supportive environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$152K - $168K *

Join a transformative initiative leading the Contracted Slots program to enhance access to high-quality subsidized child care for 1,400 children. Deliver strategic oversight, operational excellence, a...

4 weeks ago

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

$82K - $113K *

Oversee the clinical operations of mental health services, ensuring compliance with standards while managing staff performance and training. Foster community relationships and maintain quality assuran...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.