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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in product marketing strategy and customer success with a focus on competitive differentiation, adoption, and sales enablement for a B2B software product. Leverage AI insights to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$131K - $219K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the design and support of advanced networking solutions, enhancing LAN and WAN systems while collaborating with IT professionals to drive innovative technology implemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Customer Program Manager, driving strategic objectives and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products while fostering strong customer and supplier relationships in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Advance your career by teaching math and managing operations in a dynamic educational environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to inspire students and develop your leadership skills while contri...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing IT system performance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting essential operations. Utilize your skills to manage and maintain critical IT infrastructures in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $93K *

Lead the Student Financial Services team to enhance billing, collections, and compliance processes. Collaborate with various departments to ensure exceptional service and operational efficiency while...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving product innovation by translating market needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate across functions to enhance product lines, guide development, and ensure long-term succ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance navigation warfare capabilities, providing expert insights and innovative solutions for the Department of Defense's NAVWAR mission, ensuring superior positioning, naviga...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering cutting-edge technical training programs for electric vehicle operations. Engage with stakeholders to assess skills gaps and ensure continuous improvement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping executive development for senior leaders. Design innovative programs that enhance leadership skills, facilitate deep engagements, and integrate cutting-edge research to ensu...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the deployment and support of global Edge and Backbone networks, tackling complex challenges while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance network infrastructure and drive best practices in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $117K *

Join a dynamic team to lead field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in commercial construction projects while maximizing profitability and fostering a positive work environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $250K *

Oversee and innovate executive development initiatives, enhancing leadership capabilities for Meta's senior leaders. Anticipate needs and design impactful programs to facilitate growth amidst organiza...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$56K - $144K *

Unlock potential by fostering a collaborative learning environment for elementary students. Engage with staff and parents to enhance educational experiences while demonstrating strong classroom manage...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead educational excellence as a principal, overseeing daily operations, staff development, and student engagement while fostering a positive learning environment and managing budgets effec...

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

$100K - $170K *

Transform undersea system projects by leveraging wargaming expertise to support concept development, design, and evaluation. Collaborate with teams to innovate and facilitate workshops, driving future...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $165K *

Shape the future of billing and collections by driving product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable payment solutions that boost revenue...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing revenue operations by refining processes, improving workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and scalability in a fast-paced environmen...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $114K *

Lead impactful HR initiatives by managing leave administration and ADA accommodations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance employee experience while ensuring compliance across a diverse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $97K *

Empower educators by coaching teachers and leaders in culturally responsive practices, enhancing instructional strategies, and fostering collaboration to improve student outcomes across diverse urban...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving sales excellence by managing enablement programs, developing training strategies, and enhancing sales tools to optimize performance across diverse teams. Ensure content accu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the lives of at-risk youth by overseeing program delivery, operations, and staff development in a residential treatment facility, ensuring compliance with regulations and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful special education programs by ensuring compliance with federal and state mandates, coordinating services, and fostering collaboration among educators, parents, and community resources...

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

$176K - $256K *

Help us drive strategic negotiations for data center development, ensuring effective site selection and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure growth...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading multi-entity accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing internal controls. Drive efficiency and insights while mentoring a skilled team to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.