Instructor Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Instructor jobs in Los Angeles are in steady demand, concentrated across Westwood, Downtown LA, and the Koreatown corridor, with strong hiring in education, corporate training, and fitness and wellness. Employers actively hiring include YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, Concorde Education, and Management & Training Corporation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ABOUT LEGACY LA
Founded in Ramona Gardens, Legacy LA empowers youth and families in Boyle Heights and surrounding neighborhoods to break systemic cycles of multigenerational poverty and trauma through leadership, healing, and community-driven change to build resilient and equitable neighborhoods.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Beyond the Bell Leadership Enrichment Instructor will provide support to the Wilson and/or Mendez High School site coordinator by instructing students in the Leadership Enrichment program, which is focused on developing student leaders and building Legacy LA spirit throughout the school community. Please note that though the site coordinator may assign you to a specific Enrichment topic, such as Leadership, Dance, Music, etc., you may be required to support with running other BTB after-school programs.
As the Enrichment Instructor you are expected to have effective communication skills; experience in instructing youth; a strong understanding of the topic(s) covered; the ability to keep students motivated and inspired; and the ability to instruct students with patience, tact and good judgment within established BTB-Legacy LA guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Guide and encourage students to take an active role in planning and leading events, promoting school engagement, and creating a positive culture that reflects Legacy LA values; guide and support students as they develop leadership skills
- Oversee the planning and execution of activities and events while encouraging student led decision making
- Facilitate, supervise, and maintain at least twenty students per class; Submit weekly lesson plans around topics of leadership development, teamwork, communication, event planning, community engagement, school spirit, and personal growth
- Maintain required student enrollment and attendance to meet grant requirements and maximum participation throughout the duration of program
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with school staff, parents, and participants; expected to collaborate closely with Mendez High School Leadership to coordinate efforts and strengthen partnerships between programs
- Promote and Market for the program.
- Attend required trainings, workshops, and monthly meetings on and off-site
- Adhere to workplace safety guidelines
- Foster a safe and positive learning environment
- Duties as assigned; Please note that you may be required to support with other programs or duties outside of the Enrichment Instructor’s typical scope of work
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of leadership skills and development
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of lesson planning and classroom management
- Ability to work independently, self-starter, enthusiastic, flexible
- Must have access to reliable transportation to arrive to work site at scheduled time consistently
- Strong organizational skills and deadline oriented
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and various Internet tools
- Flexible schedule for marketing, promotion, and outreach
- Bilingual Spanish a plus
- Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting)
- Must present proof of negative Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux) dated within 60 days of start date
- Able to work some evenings and weekends
- Must complete CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of employment
SALARY RANGE: $18.42/ hr
JOB TYPE: Part-time
Please send your resume: hr.recruit@legacyla.org; include in subject "BTB Leadership Enrichment Instructor"
Legacy LA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $18.42 per hour
Work Location: In person
ABOUT LEGACY LA
Founded in Ramona Gardens, Legacy LA empowers youth and families in Boyle Heights and surrounding neighborhoods to break systemic cycles of multigenerational poverty and trauma through leadership, healing, and community-driven change to build resilient and equitable neighborhoods.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Beyond the Bell Leadership Enrichment Instructor will provide support to the Wilson and/or Mendez High School site coordinator by instructing students in the Leadership Enrichment program, which is focused on developing student leaders and building Legacy LA spirit throughout the school community. Please note that though the site coordinator may assign you to a specific Enrichment topic, such as Leadership, Dance, Music, etc., you may be required to support with running other BTB after-school programs.
As the Enrichment Instructor you are expected to have effective communication skills; experience in instructing youth; a strong understanding of the topic(s) covered; the ability to keep students motivated and inspired; and the ability to instruct students with patience, tact and good judgment within established BTB-Legacy LA guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Guide and encourage students to take an active role in planning and leading events, promoting school engagement, and creating a positive culture that reflects Legacy LA values; guide and support students as they develop leadership skills
- Oversee the planning and execution of activities and events while encouraging student led decision making
- Facilitate, supervise, and maintain at least twenty students per class; Submit weekly lesson plans around topics of leadership development, teamwork, communication, event planning, community engagement, school spirit, and personal growth
- Maintain required student enrollment and attendance to meet grant requirements and maximum participation throughout the duration of program
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with school staff, parents, and participants; expected to collaborate closely with Mendez High School Leadership to coordinate efforts and strengthen partnerships between programs
- Promote and Market for the program.
- Attend required trainings, workshops, and monthly meetings on and off-site
- Adhere to workplace safety guidelines
- Foster a safe and positive learning environment
- Duties as assigned; Please note that you may be required to support with other programs or duties outside of the Enrichment Instructor’s typical scope of work
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of leadership skills and development
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge of lesson planning and classroom management
- Ability to work independently, self-starter, enthusiastic, flexible
- Must have access to reliable transportation to arrive to work site at scheduled time consistently
- Strong organizational skills and deadline oriented
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office and various Internet tools
- Flexible schedule for marketing, promotion, and outreach
- Bilingual Spanish a plus
- Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting)
- Must present proof of negative Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux) dated within 60 days of start date
- Able to work some evenings and weekends
- Must complete CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days of employment
SALARY RANGE: $18.42/ hr
JOB TYPE: Part-time
Please send your resume: hr.recruit@legacyla.org; include in subject "BTB Leadership Enrichment Instructor"
Legacy LA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $18.42 per hour
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles81
- Concorde Education65
- Management & Training Corporation49
- University of California Los Angeles49
- Los Angeles Community College District49
Top Industries Hiring
- Sports & Recreation
Instructor Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a instructor job in Los Angeles?
Start by targeting the sectors that hire most in Los Angeles: K-12 and higher education institutions, corporate learning and development teams, and fitness studios and wellness centers. Jobs concentrate in Westwood near UCLA, the Downtown civic and education corridor, and the Westside tech and entertainment campuses. Candidates who hold subject-matter credentials and can show classroom or facilitation experience in a Los Angeles-relevant specialty move to the top of the list fastest.
Which companies hire instructors in Los Angeles?
Companies currently hiring instructors in Los Angeles include YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles, Concorde Education, and Management & Training Corporation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Los Angeles employers range from major universities and community college districts to entertainment studios with in-house training programs and large fitness and wellness chains with multiple city locations.
Are there remote instructor jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the specialty: hands-on roles like fitness instruction and lab-based teaching are almost entirely on-site, while corporate training, e-learning design, and tutoring roles run remote or hybrid far more often. About 0% of instructor openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. In Los Angeles, the entertainment and tech sectors account for the largest share of remote instructor and training roles.
How can I get a instructor job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Los Angeles is community college or adult education, where LACCD campuses and continuing education programs regularly hire part-time or adjunct instructors without extensive prior classroom experience. Fitness studios, after-school enrichment programs, and corporate onboarding teams in the Westside tech corridor also hire entry-level facilitators. Building a portfolio of guest lectures, workshops, or volunteer instruction with a Los Angeles nonprofit or community organization can substitute for formal teaching history.
Which industries hire the most instructors in Los Angeles?
Most instructor openings in Los Angeles sit in Sports & Recreation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Los Angeles's scale as a media and entertainment hub, combined with one of the largest public university and community college systems in the country, creates consistent and layered demand for instructors well beyond traditional K-12 roles.
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