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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$69K - $104K *

Champion employee development by designing and delivering impactful training programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess learning needs and enhance workforce skills, ensuring professional growth...

Today

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

$72K - $110K *

Innovate training solutions by developing and refining curriculum for CANES and C4I modernization. Collaborate with teams to ensure Sailors receive effective instruction aligned with fleet standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Champion the growth of pediatric patients by delivering tailored occupational therapy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create impactful treatment plans, ensuring a fun and supportive envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$56K - $112K *

Help us enhance educational experiences by facilitating special education services, collaborating with teachers and parents, and ensuring compliance with regulations to support diverse learners in an...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $147K *

Seeking a strategic leader to enhance faculty expertise in competency-based education and assessment, fostering innovation in nursing education while collaborating across programs to elevate teaching...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role in social risk management, overseeing operations across the World Bank Group. Leverage your expertise to assess risks, provide strategic advice, and enhance accou...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $127K *

Optimize residency systems and data analytics to enhance program effectiveness, bridging technical architecture and strategic analysis for seamless experiences across stakeholders, while ensuring comp...

4 days ago

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

$85K - $117K *

Make your mark by evaluating and providing speech therapy services to patients in home or facility settings. Collaborate on treatment plans, assess disorders, and deliver impactful care while maintain...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by designing, building, and supporting critical EHR applications. Collaborate with clients to solve issues and enhance operational workflows across multiple h...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Inspire excellence by leading a dedicated team in delivering high-quality ABA therapy. Oversee clinical operations, mentor staff, and ensure individualized care for clients with autism, fostering a co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the quality of ABA therapy by leading a dedicated team, mentoring clinicians, and ensuring individualized care for clients. Collaborate with families and professionals to foster a positive cli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $123K *

Elevate mental health care by leading a team of social workers, fostering creativity, collaboration, and client success while ensuring compliance with treatment standards and documentation. Thrive in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $123K *

Seek a meaningful role where you can inspire change in mental health care. Join a supportive team dedicated to creativity, compassion, and collaboration while supervising social workers and ensuring q...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Serve as a key provider of mental health evaluation and treatment for children and families, focusing on gastroenterological disorders. Engage in assessments, supervision, and educational presentation...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $160K *

Lead critical evaluations of biological risks, mentor junior specialists, and ensure high-quality labeling for AI safety classifiers in a dynamic life-sciences environment focused on biodefense and bi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $147K *

Develop and implement engaging educational programs tailored to diverse student needs, fostering intellectual and social growth while adhering to district policies and curriculum standards. Collaborat...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mission support through expert guidance, problem-solving, and compliance. Leverage your extensive experience to produce and review complex technical documenta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K *

Partner with us to empower students as a Speech-Language Pathologist, conducting evaluations, developing interventions, and providing therapy to enhance communication skills and academic success in ed...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with stakeholders to design impactful learning programs, assess capability gaps, and ensure curriculum alignment while facilitating leadership development and measuri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $102K *

Contribute to impactful learning and evaluation strategies, driving data collection and analysis to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure comp...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$100K - $102K *

Shape the future of student success by delivering tailored occupational therapy services, collaborating with educators and families, and ensuring compliance with IEPs across multiple school locations...

3 days ago

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

$70K - $97K *

Transform learning experiences by collaborating with stakeholders to design and deliver innovative training solutions. Leverage modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance o...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $97K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with stakeholders to design impactful learning experiences. This role leverages modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance training progra...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $97K *

Transform learning experiences by collaborating with stakeholders to design and deliver innovative training solutions. Leverage modern technologies and instructional design best practices to enhance o...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful ABA services to children and families. Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and supervise technicians while collaborating with caregivers to foster mea...

3 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.