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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$85K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering student growth through innovative teaching. You'll plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging learning programs while building positive relationships and contributi...

3 days ago

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

$82K - $96K *

Champion the growth of apprentice technicians through effective training and coaching. Collaborate with Field Service Training Managers to enhance technical knowledge, improve customer satisfaction, a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate academic achievement by collaborating with leadership to design and implement strategic educational initiatives. Drive instructional excellence and ensure compliance across network campuses wh...

6 days ago

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

$78K - $136K *

Lead the charge in inspiring clients through dynamic group workouts, ensuring safety and engagement while fostering a supportive community. Elevate your coaching career with opportunities for growth a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$62K - $145K *

Partner with us to inspire and motivate members through dynamic, science-backed workouts. As a Fitness Coach, you'll lead sessions, ensure safety, and foster a welcoming environment, helping individua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$52K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading dynamic fitness classes, inspiring members to achieve their goals. Engage in a collaborative environment while delivering high-energy workouts and fostering strong rel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$52K - $145K *

Help us inspire and motivate members by delivering high-energy workouts, building relationships, and fostering a welcoming environment. Your coaching will drive member engagement and retention in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$52K - $145K *

Engage members by delivering dynamic, science-backed workouts that inspire and motivate. Foster a high-energy environment while building relationships to enhance member retention and accountability in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$52K - $145K *

Engage members by delivering high-energy workouts and fostering a supportive environment. Play a key role in member retention through relationship-building and exceptional coaching, while managing mul...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$52K - $136K *

Engage members by leading dynamic workouts, motivating them to achieve fitness goals, and ensuring proper form. Foster a welcoming environment that inspires repeat visits and builds community within t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-impact geospatial navigation solutions, bridging advanced technology with commercial goals. Collaborate with enterprise and defense clients, driving PoCs and mentoring teams to deliver excep...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $156K *

Develop and manage technical training programs for Gas Operations, ensuring compliance and operational readiness. Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate training needs, create learning solutions, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $97K *

Help us transform education by coaching K-8 teachers and leaders in culturally responsive practices, enhancing instructional strategies, and fostering collaborative environments to improve student out...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate client success by owning onboarding from kickoff to go-live. Act as a trusted advisor, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clients maximize value from solutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $180K *

Lead product strategy and outcomes across diverse portfolios, driving team success and aligning customer needs with business objectives. Foster collaboration across functions to deliver impactful prod...

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3 weeks ago

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

$97K *

Champion the future of education by leading school operations, driving strategic initiatives, and inspiring teams to achieve outstanding outcomes. Develop essential skills through hands-on experience...

3 weeks ago

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

$67K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing skilled teachers through coaching and support. Collaborate with educators to enhance instructional practices and positively impact student outcomes in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead statewide health information exchange initiatives, driving strategy, provider engagement, and program performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance healthcare delivery and ensure operatio...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading statewide HIE initiatives, fostering provider relations, and driving program success through strategic governance and stakeholder engagement. Your expertise w...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing a statewide Health Information Exchange, driving provider engagement and program performance while fostering relationships with healthcare stakeholders to enhance data...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive product development by identifying user pain points and building AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and user experience, while shipping code and iterating q...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by leading AI-driven product development, collaborating with users to identify challenges, and delivering impactful solutions that enhance operational efficiency and user experience across di...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by collaborating with users and teams to drive impactful product development. Blend engineering and business acumen to automate workflows and enhance customer experien...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Engage in shaping a positive educational environment by overseeing instructional programs, fostering community relations, and supporting staff development to ensure student success and effective schoo...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform educational environments by leading instructional programs, fostering community relations, and ensuring a positive climate for students and staff. Drive success through collaboration, traini...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.