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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of pilots in a dynamic air medical environment. Oversee operations, ensure compliance, and foster professional development while providing critical care transport...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $300K *

Transform the global accounting operations of a leading SaaS company. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and drive process improvements while collaborating across departments to support scalable growth an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate security training by delivering expert instruction in Network Security Systems. Engage diverse learners through hands-on teaching and curriculum development, ensuring high-quality training for...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role teaching Network Security Systems. Share your expertise, develop training materials, and mentor others while engaging with security professionals in a collaborativ...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $112K *

Join a dynamic team to manage digital projects, optimizing web initiatives and driving business outcomes through effective collaboration and strategic planning across departments...

Yesterday

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

$160K - $200K *

Empower a diverse team to drive channel enablement strategies, enhancing retail experiences across North America. Collaborate with global partners to optimize performance and deliver impactful merchan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in enhancing channel enablement strategies across North America. Oversee a diverse team to deliver impactful in-store and online programs, driving collaboration and operational efficie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a Second-in-Command, driving operational excellence and fostering leadership. You'll enhance processes, align teams, and ensure accountability while nurturing a people-centered...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Drive the future of implementation management by leading high-volume projects for fire and EMS agencies, executing end-to-end configurations and transitions, ensuring agencies utilize their purchased...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $98K *

Transform mine safety training by delivering MSHA courses, developing innovative programs, and providing compliance support statewide. This role combines education, project management, and travel to e...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Forward Deployed Engineers to ensure successful deployments, drive quality outcomes, and foster team development while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance de...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Drive execution of complex aerospace programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while fostering customer rela...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing complex aerospace programs, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive execution, mitigate risks, and maintain prog...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive mission-critical services acquisition programs, bridging strategic intent with fiscal reality. As a trusted advisor, you'll manage the PPBE lifecycle, develop budget forecasts, and represent Spa...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $115K *

Shape the future of education by delivering engaging AP World History lessons that foster critical thinking and global connections, while building a supportive classroom culture and guiding student su...

Reposted today

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

$90K - $140K *

Innovate workflows and elevate quality by mastering AI in media content operations. Lead and inspire a creative team to ensure stellar standards while driving efficiency and adopting cutting-edge prod...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $187K *

Support and supervise clinical staff while providing behavioral services to students. Conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and collaborate with educational teams to enhance student success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative teaching and advising in interdisciplinary projects. As a tenure-track Assistant Professor, you'll empower students through experiential learning and lead of...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Seeking a strategic financial leader to oversee financial operations, ensuring accountability and sustainability. Collaborate with senior leadership to provide insights, manage budgets, and enhance fi...

Yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Lead the development and oversight of ABA treatment plans, ensuring effective interventions and training for Behavior Technicians while collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $112K *

Optimize the university's technology solutions by managing integrations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing educational experiences through effective implementation of software and support initiatives...

Reposted today

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

$85K - $114K *

Create impactful learning solutions that enhance employee capabilities and performance. Collaborate with leaders and colleagues to develop effective training programs aligned with business objectives...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate radiographic testing standards by leading technical direction, developing inspection procedures, and ensuring compliance across multiple facilities in aerospace and defense sectors, while ment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate school operations by overseeing facilities, staff, and budget management to create a thriving learning environment. Drive continuous improvement and strategic planning in partnership with acad...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting innovative learning experiences that address business challenges through diverse training methods, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality solutions that mee...

2 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.