Director of Instruction Jobs
Director of Instruction jobs are open across K-12 school districts, higher education, and corporate learning and development, covering specializations in curriculum design, instructional coaching, and academic program leadership, from department lead to district-wide executive roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Works with faculty or external constituencies, for example, healthcare and education, to develop instructional materials (both continuing education and/or for university credit) for delivery in traditional face-to-face and/or web/app-based environments.
- May research and develop case studies for delivery using novel approaches, including computer and distance learning technologies.
- May work in collaboration with multimedia developers.
- May assist faculty or external constituents in integrating instructional technologies into their teaching and training.
- Evaluates and recommends new instructional methods and associated technology.
- May instruct students, faculty, and staff in the selection and use of appropriate instructional methods and associated technologies. Serves as training facilitator as needed.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and three years of related experience in an educational environment, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
- The ability to manage multiple projects; strong oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact with both faculty and staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Current knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology.
- Experience in theological higher education, along with knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology in ministry.
- Experience in instructional design, training delivery, or learning consultation experience.
- Experience with Canvas LMS and Articulate Storyline.
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- Works with faculty or external constituencies, for example, healthcare and education, to develop instructional materials (both continuing education and/or for university credit) for delivery in traditional face-to-face and/or web/app-based environments.
- May research and develop case studies for delivery using novel approaches, including computer and distance learning technologies.
- May work in collaboration with multimedia developers.
- May assist faculty or external constituents in integrating instructional technologies into their teaching and training.
- Evaluates and recommends new instructional methods and associated technology.
- May instruct students, faculty, and staff in the selection and use of appropriate instructional methods and associated technologies. Serves as training facilitator as needed.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and three years of related experience in an educational environment, OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
- The ability to manage multiple projects; strong oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact with both faculty and staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Current knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology.
- Experience in theological higher education, along with knowledge on pedagogical issues related to education and technology in ministry.
- Experience in instructional design, training delivery, or learning consultation experience.
- Experience with Canvas LMS and Articulate Storyline.
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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Who's Hiring
- IDEA Public Schools11
- University of South Florida8
- Texas State University5
- The University of Akron5
- University of Texas at Austin5
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of instruction jobs.
- Master's degree in education, curriculum and instruction, or a related field
- 5 or more years of classroom teaching experience in a relevant subject or level
- Demonstrated experience developing or leading curriculum design and implementation
- Strong background in instructional coaching, teacher evaluation, and professional development
- Proficiency with learning management systems and instructional technology platforms
- Valid state teaching license or administrator certification where required by the employer
Tips for Your Director of Instruction Job Search
Tailor your resume to the right sector
K-12, higher ed, and corporate L&D each expect different signals. Highlight state standards alignment and teacher evaluation frameworks for district roles, instructional design models for corporate ones. A resume that speaks one sector's language clearly outperforms a generic version.
Quantify curriculum impact, not just scope
Hiring committees want outcomes, not ownership. Replace 'oversaw curriculum development' with specifics like cohort proficiency gains or program adoption rates across your department. Numbers tied to student or learner performance consistently move director of instruction candidates past the screening round.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of instruction openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by organizational structure
Some director of instruction roles report to a superintendent, others to a chief academic officer or VP of People. The reporting line signals how strategic versus hands-on the role is. Read the org chart language in each posting carefully before you spend time on a full application.
Prepare a portfolio of instructional artifacts
Many interview processes for this role include a work sample round. Bring a curriculum framework you built, a coaching observation rubric, or a scope and sequence you redesigned. Committees want to see how you think, not just what titles you've held.
Negotiate start date around academic calendars
District and university hiring cycles often tie start dates to the academic year. If you're in a competing process, let hiring managers know your timeline early. Asking for a specific start date aligned to a semester or school year opening is both normal and expected in this field.
Director of Instruction Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of instructions?
The companies hiring the most director of instructions right now include IDEA Public Schools, University of South Florida, and Texas State University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in school districts and regional education management organizations, though corporate learning and development teams are also hiring at a steady pace.
How many director of instruction jobs are remote?
About 0% of director of instruction openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in corporate learning and development roles and instructional design-heavy positions. Roles tied to classroom observation, teacher coaching, or in-person curriculum rollout are far more likely to require on-site presence at a school or district office.
How do you become a director of instruction?
Most directors of instruction start as classroom teachers, build expertise in curriculum design or instructional coaching, and move into department head or curriculum coordinator roles before stepping into director-level positions. A master's degree in education leadership or curriculum and instruction is standard. Some states also require an administrator license, so verify your state's requirements before applying to district roles.
Can you get hired as a director of instruction without experience in the role?
Yes, candidates who have never held the exact title can still compete by emphasizing adjacent experience. Leading a district curriculum committee, coaching teachers as an instructional specialist, or managing an L&D function in a corporate setting all translate directly. Frame your application around the outcomes you drove, not the title you held, and address the leadership scope explicitly in your cover letter.
What does the director of instruction interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for this role include an initial screening call, one or two panel interviews with academic or HR leadership, and a work sample or presentation round where you walk through a curriculum project or instructional framework you've built. Some districts add a teaching demonstration or a meeting with department heads. The full process typically runs across multiple weeks.
Where can I find and apply to director of instruction jobs?
You can find and apply to director of instruction jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that fit your background and experience, then apply directly to each listing that matches your goals.
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