Instructor Jobs in Minnesota

Instructor jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where institutions like the University of Minnesota, Mayo Clinic, and Hennepin Healthcare consistently hire across academic, clinical, and corporate training roles. Demand runs from entry-level adjunct and assistant instructor positions through senior program leads, with the strongest activity in healthcare education, workforce development, and technical training tied to the state's manufacturing and medical device sectors. Minnesota ranks among the more active Midwest markets for instructors, particularly in continuing education and professional development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles99
Top employerLife Time
Top cityMinneapolis, MN
Cities hiring35
Work type86% On-site
Top credentialCPR Certification

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Swim Instructor - Maple Grove
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Swim Instructor - Maple Grove
British Swim School of North Metro Minneapolis
Maple Grove, Minnesota
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$18 - $22/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Enrichment Program Instructor | Stillwater, MN | $25/hr
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Enrichment Program Instructor | Stillwater, MN | $25/hr
PST Academics
Stillwater, Minnesota
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Substitute Teaching Certification

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Life Time
Aquatics Swim Instructor
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Aquatics Swim Instructor
Life Time
Saint Louis Park, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$14.25 - $17/hr
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Life Time
Kids Instructor
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Kids Instructor
Life Time
Chanhassen, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$13.25 - $15.75/hr
10,000+

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Lake Superior YMCA
Camp Miller Program Instructor
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Lake Superior YMCA
Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
CPR Certification

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Instructor Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Minneapolis
18 jobs
Saint Paul
7 jobs
Burnsville
5 jobs
Maple Grove
5 jobs
Savage
4 jobs
Biwabik
4 jobs
Eden Prairie
4 jobs
Saint Louis Park
4 jobs
Edina
3 jobs

Instructor Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Life Time
    Life Time24
  • Foss Swim School
    Foss Swim School8
  • YMCA of the North
    YMCA of the North6
  • Lake Superior YMCA
    Lake Superior YMCA5
  • Guest Services
    Guest Services4

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in instructor jobs across Minnesota.

  • Relevant Minnesota teaching license or postsecondary credential issued or recognized in Minnesota
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in the subject area or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated classroom, clinical, or corporate training experience in the specialty
  • Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
  • Ability to develop and update curriculum aligned with program or accreditation standards
  • Strong verbal communication and student or participant assessment skills

Instructor Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a instructor in Minnesota?

The path depends on the setting. For K-12 roles, you must hold a valid Minnesota teaching license issued through the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board, which requires an approved preparation program and passing the relevant Praxis or Minnesota teacher licensure exam. For postsecondary and corporate instructor positions, a relevant bachelor's or master's degree paired with field experience is the standard requirement, and no separate state license applies.

Which companies hire instructors in Minnesota?

Employers hiring instructors in Minnesota right now include Life Time, Foss Swim School, and YMCA of the North, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's large healthcare systems, public universities, and medical device companies make the state a particularly active market for instructors in clinical, technical, and professional development roles.

Which Minnesota cities have the most instructor jobs?

Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Burnsville have the most instructor openings in Minnesota. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro drives the bulk of demand through its concentration of universities, community colleges, hospital systems, and corporate headquarters, while Rochester's openings are strongly tied to Mayo Clinic's education and training programs and Duluth draws from its regional healthcare and university anchors.

Are there remote instructor jobs in Minnesota?

Yes, and more than many hands-on roles, because online course delivery has become standard across higher education and corporate training. About 14% of instructor openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly institutions have adopted flexible delivery. The most remote-friendly segments are continuing education, e-learning development, and corporate compliance training, while clinical, lab, and trades instruction almost always requires an on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a instructor in Minnesota with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for adjunct or associate instructor roles at Minnesota's community and technical colleges, such as those within the Minnesota State system, where prior field experience often substitutes for formal teaching credentials. Large employers like the University of Minnesota and HealthPartners hire instructional assistants and training coordinators as on-ramps for candidates without direct teaching history. Building a sample lesson plan or training module and completing a free facilitator or instructional design certificate strengthens any application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to instructor jobs in Minnesota?

You can find and apply to instructor jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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