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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$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. Contribute your skills to drive impactful projects and enhance organizational success while enjoying a compreh...

1 week ago

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

$68K - $114K *

Unlock innovative learning experiences by leading instructional design and project management in health sciences education. Collaborate with clinicians and researchers to create impactful eLearning an...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$54K - $118K *

Lead the charge in fostering inclusive learning environments for students with diverse needs. Collaborate with educators and families to develop tailored educational plans, ensuring every student achi...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by engaging in impactful research at the intersection of law and public policy. Contribute to academic discourse while developing a workshop that addresses contemporary policy challen...

Yesterday

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

$131K - $139K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering clinical education programs, enhancing staff competencies, and fostering professional growth within interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and sa...

1 week ago

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

$102K - $120K *

Lead high-impact proposal efforts globally, managing complex RFIs and RFPs. Drive collaboration, ensure quality, and optimize strategies for proposal submissions in a fast-paced, deadline-focused envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's tackling complex networking challenges globally, deploying cutting-edge Edge and Backbone infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance network reliability and efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Champion the evolution of media strategy and investment, leading a high-performing team to drive innovation and growth. Shape agency-wide practices while ensuring exceptional client outcomes and opera...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Accelerate the enablement lifecycle by integrating new tools and AI capabilities, enhancing user experience, and driving adoption across marketing and communications teams to maximize efficiency and e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $185K *

Unlock the potential of marketing teams by managing the enablement lifecycle, driving adoption of new tools and AI capabilities, and enhancing user experience through training and continuous improveme...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$72K - $133K *

Transform the lives of students with disabilities by providing tailored Adaptive Physical Education. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance academic, behavioral, and therapeutic support...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the execution of strategic customer programs, ensuring on-time delivery and quality. Lead operations, foster relationships, and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and profitabil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate customer satisfaction by managing program operations, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Lead teams to enhance efficiencies and foster strong relationships with customers and suppliers i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Engage with clients to build and maintain bespoke full stack applications, balancing technical expertise with customer empathy. Drive product decisions from discovery to implementation while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building bespoke full stack applications, balancing technical expertise with customer empathy. Drive product decisions and collaborate closely with clients to deliver i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive training programs for Technical Field Advisors in construction, ensuring technical expertise and safety compliance in gas turbine and power su...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting across diverse real estate sectors while driving strategic initiatives and continuous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Transform the educational experience by leading curriculum implementation, coaching teachers, and ensuring compliance with NYC early childhood education standards. Foster a collaborative, high-quality...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Build the foundations of a robust channel program, defining structure, recruiting partners, and transforming inbound interest into continuous revenue growth while ensuring operational excellence and s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $187K *

Help us redefine ambulatory nursing education and practice by leading clinical oversight, ensuring compliance with standards, and fostering staff development to enhance patient care and safety across...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $142K *

Shape the future of commercial training by developing impactful learning solutions that enhance sales effectiveness and technical expertise across global teams, driving alignment with strategic busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $105K *

Champion operational excellence by leading engineering support teams to enhance customer experience, drive professional growth, and strengthen client relationships while ensuring high-quality service...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $175K *

Transform Linux infrastructure by leading a dedicated team to ensure robust system performance, security, and availability while enhancing automation and troubleshooting efforts across complex environ...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of enrichment programs by driving strategy, execution, and operational excellence across multiple sites, ensuring impactful experiences for families and children while achieving finan...

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3 days ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance new business operations, supporting strategic initiatives and client engagement. This role demands exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to mana...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.