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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$140K - $165K *
Transform complex military software solutions by driving product strategy, aligning teams, and engaging stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational intelligence and deliver impactful...
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Champion innovative learning solutions by designing engaging, learner-centric experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate AI and Agile methodologies, driving measurable behavior change acr...
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Transform resource management by documenting and validating training system requirements, supporting budget processes, and ensuring effective program execution across multiple phases of development an...
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Shape impactful educational proposals by leading RFP responses and submissions. Collaborate across teams to craft persuasive narratives and ensure compliance, driving state approvals and district awar...
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Fire Apparatus Engineer Academy 44 and 45 Instructor / Assistant Coordinator
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to the development of future fire leaders by instructing and coordinating training academies. Engage with current Fire Captains and Engineers to enhance operational readiness and promote ex...
1 week ago
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Shape the future of academic excellence by leading instructional programs, overseeing curriculum development, and fostering faculty success while aligning with institutional goals and community needs...
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Manager of Instructional Computing & Hardware Lifecycle
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Drive strategic leadership in instructional computing and hardware lifecycle management, overseeing academic technologies and device operations across diverse learning environments while collaborating...
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Training Manager, Biotronik NEURO
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of medical training by leading innovative education strategies that enhance clinical and sales capabilities across diverse teams. Drive impactful learning experiences and ensure compl...
3 weeks ago
Director of Wolf Central & Student Support
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Transform student experiences by leading a dynamic team focused on seamless support services across multiple campuses. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance access, retention, and success for diverse...
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Transform project outcomes by managing multiple programs to meet goals within budget and timelines while directing team efforts and resources to ensure quality execution and stakeholder satisfaction...
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Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream - CLTA - Geographic Data Science
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Shape the future of Geographic Data Science education through innovative teaching and curriculum development. Engage students in advanced GIS and spatial analysis, fostering a commitment to pedagogica...
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Director of Training (H2Safety)
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Lead a dynamic training team, driving strategy and growth for innovative emergency management programs. Engage with clients, enhance training delivery, and ensure compliance with industry standards wh...
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Unlock potential by driving IP strategy through collaboration with R&D teams, conducting prior art searches, and managing patent portfolios. Support litigation, training, and enforce IP rights, ensuri...
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Training and Development Manager
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Lead the transformation in transportation tech by developing training strategies and change management plans. Engage with diverse stakeholders to ensure smooth platform adoption and operational excell...
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Early Intervention Special Education Teacher
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Elevate young learners by providing specialized instruction and support tailored to individual needs, fostering growth and development through collaboration with families and educational teams...
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Personal Trainer, San Fernando Valley
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Help us maximize performance and redefine fitness health through personalized training. Develop business acumen, build a client base, and enhance member experiences in a dynamic environment focused on...
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Technician Training and Development Manager
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Join a team that's shaping the future of technician training in electric power generation. Lead curriculum development, onboarding, and mentoring programs to enhance technician skills and support serv...
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Technician Training and Development Manager
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Grow your career with us by developing and coordinating training programs for technicians in electric power generation. Lead curriculum development, mentoring, and onboarding to enhance service capabi...
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Drive the development of engaging learning content, collaborating with experts to enhance training effectiveness and business processes, while ensuring high-quality standards across various delivery m...
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Transform learning experiences by designing engaging content for diverse audiences. Collaborate with experts to enhance business knowledge and improve training outcomes through innovative instructiona...
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Champion the educational journey of diverse learners by creating engaging, standards-aligned curricula and fostering a supportive classroom environment. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance instruct...
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Proprietary Equity Trader Position
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Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of traders focused on developing skills in equity markets, technical analysis, and risk management to achieve consistent profitability and growth in a collab...
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Manager, Engineering Education Laboratories
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Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance engineering education labs, ensuring operational excellence and innovative learning environments. Drive student engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration w...
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Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative research in Economics and Data Science. Contribute to impactful scholarship, teach diverse students, and engage in interdisciplina...
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Inspire innovation by leading a design team to shape an AI-native product vision, ensuring exceptional quality and user experience while collaborating closely with leadership to drive product strategy...
2 weeks ago
What does an instructor do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.