Explore Learning Specialist Jobs

Learning Specialists help people build the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. Across corporate, education, healthcare, and technology settings, they design learning experiences, deliver training, and assess how well programs work. Explore vetted Learning Specialist opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Learning Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty, but may include identifying learning needs, developing training materials and courses, facilitating workshops, supporting learning platforms, and evaluating learner progress. Some specialists focus on instructional design or digital learning, while others specialize in leadership development, compliance, or professional education.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong communication, facilitation, project management, and content-development skills. Experience with instructional design methods, learning management systems, e-learning tools, and data-informed program evaluation can be valuable. Requirements may include a relevant degree or professional background, depending on the role and industry.

Career Opportunities for Learning Specialists

Learning Specialists can grow into roles such as Learning and Development Manager, Instructional Designer, Training Director, or Head of Learning. Opportunities may be available in organizations investing in employee development, workforce transformation, and scalable digital learning.

Find Learning Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Browse Learning Specialist job listings on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles, explore employers, and find a position that aligns with your experience and career goals.

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$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful ABA services remotely, conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and guiding behavior technicians to foster meaningful progress for children and famil...

Dalton, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $160K *

Inspire and lead a dynamic team of Center Directors across multiple childcare centers, driving quality, customer relationships, and business growth while ensuring exceptional educational experiences f...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing childcare quality across multiple centers. Lead and mentor Center Directors, drive business growth, and foster strong community relationships while ensuring e...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$124K - $145K *

Empower students by providing expert speech and language therapy, evaluating needs, and collaborating with educational teams to enhance communication skills and support academic success in a dynamic s...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$81K - $122K *

Advance clinical excellence by evaluating compliance, mentoring staff, and enhancing training programs. Collaborate with teams to maintain accreditation and improve quality in air medical operations a...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by bridging engineering and user needs through exceptional technical documentation. This role requires translating complex information into clear, actionable content for training mate...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K *

Champion the delivery of cross-functional initiatives, aligning teams and strategies to drive measurable business impact while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement in a dynamic environme...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$150K - $220K *

Oversee a specialized team to ensure AI safety in biological research, addressing dual-use risks and providing expert guidance on complex cases while mentoring junior specialists and advising clients...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive exceptional coach development by creating scalable training systems, evaluating coaching quality, and providing ongoing support. Partner closely with leadership to translate methodologies into i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $114K *

Deliver exceptional clinical support for neuromodulation therapies, ensuring effective patient management and education while collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance treatment outcomes...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading large teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving patient recruitment while mitigating risks in clinical operations for successful study execution...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $145K *

Shape the future of data governance by leading methods and standards across enterprise systems. Collaborate with teams to define quality rules and documentation, ensuring consistency and excellence in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive the Future of Medicine initiatives, ensuring scalable processes and compliance while enhancing patient safety and experience through strategic planning and exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $93K *

Drive impactful virtual Special Education instruction, collaborating with educators to support students' IEPs and progress. Leverage technology in a flexible environment, ensuring quality education fo...

New Mexico, USRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the development and execution of clinical study designs, ensuring effective project management and collaboration across teams. Your expertise will drive the success of clinical trials...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$97K - $132K *

Shape impactful educational proposals by leading RFP responses and submissions. Collaborate across teams to craft persuasive narratives and ensure compliance, driving state approvals and district awar...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform partner relationships by managing day-to-day operations, ensuring performance, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver reliable language services while supporting strategic goals and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Empower educational transformation by leading mathematics initiatives, overseeing grant management, and fostering stakeholder engagement to enhance student success in California's higher education sys...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Empower children and families by delivering remote ABA services. Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with caregivers to foster meaningful progress in a supportive, flexible e...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Data Scientist, driving advanced analytics and machine learning applications to enhance project success and economic opportunities across diverse teams and workflows...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Execute project development and implementation, managing budgets, schedules, and vendor tasks while ensuring quality standards and fostering collaboration across teams and clients...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Deliver impactful ABA services by conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and supervising technicians. Collaborate with families to foster meaningful progress in children's behavioral heal...

Marietta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Transform the home modification process by managing requests, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with vendors. Leverage your expertise in architecture and construction to enhance accessibility for...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full life cycle recruitment for financial advisors. Collaborate with leadership and engage candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline while trackin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $129K *

Lead the charge in developing competitive proposals and client services, enhancing operational excellence across clinical research programs. Collaborate with global teams to ensure high-quality submis...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Learning Specialist do?question toggle

    A Learning Specialist develops, delivers, or evaluates learning programs to help employees, students, or other audiences build relevant knowledge and skills. Duties can include needs analysis, instructional design, training delivery, and measuring program effectiveness.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Learning Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and role. Common qualifications include experience in training, education, instructional design, or learning and development, along with communication and project management skills. Familiarity with learning management systems and digital learning tools may also be useful.

  • Where do Learning Specialists work?question toggle

    Learning Specialists work across industries, including corporate organizations, education, healthcare, technology, and consulting. They may support employee onboarding, professional development, compliance training, or specialized instruction.

  • What career paths can follow a Learning Specialist role?question toggle

    With experience, Learning Specialists may advance to Learning and Development Manager, Instructional Designer, Training Director, or senior learning leadership roles. Career paths depend on an individual's expertise and the organization's structure.

  • Are there Learning Specialist jobs that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Pay varies by location, industry, experience, and responsibilities, and some Learning Specialist positions and related senior roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Ladders features vetted professional jobs in this salary range.