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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$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic content development team to create high-quality curriculum materials for K-8 science education. Oversee project management, ensure content consistency, and drive team performance to mee...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$56K - $105K *

Develop and implement an engaging music curriculum for K-3 students, fostering creativity and inclusivity while integrating music education into a culturally responsive framework. Collaborate with sta...

Yesterday

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

$78K - $136K *

Shape the future of education by guiding students in a dynamic learning environment. Collaborate on curriculum design, deliver engaging instruction, and foster academic success through innovative teac...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Execute a diverse range of auxiliary and summer programs, fostering community engagement and delivering enriching experiences for students, parents, and staff in a dynamic school environment...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate nursing education by designing and implementing programs that enhance staff skills and patient care, ensuring a high standard of training and collaboration across departments for optimal healt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading the Encoder solution, managing backlogs, and collaborating with stakeholders to maximize value and user satisfaction. Drive strategic decisions and ens...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful learning solutions by leading instructional design initiatives, enhancing training programs, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging content...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $115K *

Shape engaging learning experiences that drive employee development and leadership effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to create practical solutions that fulfill organizational needs through...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing electrical construction projects, overseeing cost estimates, schedules, and operational activities while ensuring effective communication with clients and stakeholders thro...

2 days ago

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

$82K - $130K *

Transform learning experiences by leading impactful train-the-trainer sessions, mentoring AI champions, and driving scalable training initiatives that enhance skill development and adoption across div...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$106K - $109K *

Join a dedicated team providing essential orientation and mobility services to children and young adults, fostering independence and safe travel in educational and community settings through collabora...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading CRM product management, shaping the roadmap for Salesforce solutions, and driving innovation in AI integration while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming medical education through innovative teaching and scholarship. Contribute to curriculum development and mentor future healthcare leaders in a collaborative...

1 week ago

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

$59K - $102K *

Shape the future of education by fostering academic excellence and inclusivity. Collaborate with a diverse community, implement targeted interventions, and engage in professional development to enhanc...

2 days ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex space programs from proposal to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage budgets, schedules, and customer relations while driving mission su...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $110K *

Advance your career by designing engaging educational experiences that align with best practices and learner needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage course development, ensuring quality and inn...

Today

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

$68K - $110K *

Inspire educational excellence by leading the English department, fostering curriculum innovation, and supporting faculty development to enhance student engagement and achievement across grades 6-12...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the training of Air Traffic Controllers as a Training Instructional Supervisor, overseeing instructional support in the En Route Domain. Ensure high standards of safety and professionalism in tra...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K *

Unlock potential by delivering personalized fitness coaching and support. Build strong client relationships while creating tailored training programs that inspire and motivate individuals to achieve t...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career as a Senior Learning Developer, transforming complex technical content into engaging learning assets. Collaborate with experts, utilize generative AI, and manage projects to deliver...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $134K *

Empower the future of training systems by collaborating with experts to design, develop, and evaluate innovative learning solutions for the U.S. Air Force, utilizing the ADDIE model and adult learning...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate organizational impact by driving strategic initiatives and fostering cross-functional alignment. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless execution of key projects while enhancing comp...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering engaging learning experiences that align with business priorities, facilitating instructor-led programs across various formats while collaborating with stakeholders to en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Reimagine educational engagement by leading our expansion into the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Drive strategic growth, foster community partnerships, and build a dedicated local team to deliver exceptiona...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$62K - $131K *

Unlock your potential by managing classroom operations and creating a nurturing environment for young learners. Collaborate with families and staff to implement engaging, developmentally appropriate i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.