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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Unlock potential by leading the EquipREADY service program, optimizing equipment sanitation and distribution while managing a team of technicians. Drive compliance, enhance client satisfaction, and en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $187K *

Lead the charge in overseeing clinic operations, ensuring high-quality patient care while managing clinical staff and resources. Drive compliance, mentorship, and operational excellence to enhance pat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join us in transforming digital services for Veterans. As a Senior Designer, you'll lead user experience initiatives, conduct research, and shape information architecture for a large digital portal, e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $171K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing impactful education programs and strategies. Leverage your expertise to engage key opinion leaders, manage training resources, and drive process improvements...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

Champion the development of Professional Education programs, engaging KOLs and managing training tools to enhance product outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives and process improvements while collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $171K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead a high-impact Forward Deployed Engineering team, driving complex enterprise implementations and ensuring delivery excellence. Manage operations, scale talent, and maintain hands-on involvement in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $145K *

Lead video production efforts, managing end-to-end processes from planning to delivery. Collaborate with teams to create impactful content while overseeing studio operations and team leadership, drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $102K *

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team, managing complex technical deployments, and driving customer success through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K *

Engage in advancing clinical and educational missions while supervising Family Medicine residents. Drive resident development through mentorship, curriculum delivery, and scholarly activities, ensurin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a trainer and subject matter expert, guiding Joint Force Commanders through joint exercises. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance operational readiness and share best...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Empower your career by leading online learning initiatives that enhance student access and success. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop strategic plans and implement best practices in tec...

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

$80K - $90K *

Drive the evolution of online education by leading strategic initiatives that enhance student access and success. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices in instructional design and...

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

$115K - $140K *

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

$115K - $140K *

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

$300K - $400K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $106K *

Drive community engagement by leading fitness programs and managing staff. Shape exceptional experiences at the Community Center through innovative initiatives, effective training, and strategic partn...

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

$84K - $103K *

Optimize learning operations by managing LMS administration, coordinating training events, and supporting learner engagement. Collaborate with instructors to ensure a seamless educational experience a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $130K *

Join us to facilitate Epic training for healthcare professionals, enhancing their skills and ensuring effective application use. Collaborate with leadership and support teams to deliver engaging train...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Innovate your career by delivering impactful Epic training to healthcare staff. Engage in classroom and online instruction, provide essential support, and enhance workflows to ensure effective impleme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Lead transformative learning experiences by fostering relationships, implementing a Common Core curriculum, and collaborating with teams to enhance student outcomes and school culture. Join us in shap...

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

$95K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technology transfer for Navy programs. You'll design and deliver impactful training for researchers and professionals, ensuring they gain essential skills and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to provide expert technical support for electronic warfare operations, enhancing joint and multinational exercises through strategic planning, analysis, and integration of EW capab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $110K *

Inspire community change by managing site operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing services for veterans. Lead a dedicated team, develop budgets, and foster partnerships to achieve impactful out...

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  •   5 - 7 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.