Instructor Jobs in Texas

Instructor jobs in Texas are concentrated in K-12 school districts, community colleges, corporate training centers, and workforce development programs, with demand at every level from entry-level teaching associates to senior curriculum leads. The most active hiring markets are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where institutions like Houston Independent School District, Tarrant County College, and University of Texas Health Science Center employ instructors at scale. The most in-demand specialties are career and technical education, healthcare simulation, and corporate skills training. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles327+
Top employerSouthern Careers Institute
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring82
Work type98% On-site
Top industryEducation

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DivaDance
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Instructor
DivaDance
Rockwall, Texas
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
11-50

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DivaDance
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DivaDance
Wylie, Texas
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
11-50

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HVAC Instructor (Part-Time)
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HVAC Instructor (Part-Time)
HVAC Training School
San Antonio, Texas
HVAC Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$25 - $30/hr
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Baseball / Softball Instructor
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Baseball / Softball Instructor
D-BAT Liberty Hill
Liberty Hill, Texas
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$20 - $25/hr
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YMCA of Greater Houston
Group Exercise Instructor - McWilliams
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YMCA of Greater Houston
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Group Exercise Instructor - McWilliams
YMCA of Greater Houston
Houston, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
CPR Certification

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Instructor Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Katy
10 jobs
Fort Worth
10 jobs
Plano
8 jobs
Garland
7 jobs
Waco
6 jobs

Instructor Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Southern Careers Institute
    Southern Careers Institute21
  • YMCA of Greater Houston
    YMCA of Greater Houston20
  • Life Time
    Life Time13
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    Baylor College of Medicine12
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center
    UT Southwestern Medical Center11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Technology & Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Waste Management & Environmental Services

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Valid Texas teaching certificate or Texas Education Agency credential for the subject area
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in the relevant subject or instructional field
  • Demonstrated classroom or facilitation experience in a formal or corporate setting
  • Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
  • Strong communication skills with ability to adapt instruction to diverse learners
  • Background check clearance consistent with Texas school or institution requirements

Instructor Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a instructor in Texas?

The path depends on the setting. For K-12 public schools, you must hold a Texas teaching certificate issued by the Texas Education Agency, which requires a bachelor's degree, an approved educator preparation program, and passing the appropriate Texas Examinations of Educator Standards tests. For community college or corporate instructor roles, a subject-matter credential or industry certification in your field is typically required instead of state licensure.

Which companies hire instructors in Texas?

Companies currently hiring instructors in Texas include Southern Careers Institute, YMCA of Greater Houston, and Life Time, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's large community college networks, major health systems, and Fortune 500 corporate training divisions are among the most consistent sources of full-time instructor openings in the state.

Which Texas cities have the most instructor jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio have the most instructor openings in Texas. Houston's size and its concentration of medical centers, energy companies, and Houston ISD drive the largest share of postings, while Dallas-Fort Worth's corporate headquarters and community college network and San Antonio's military-affiliated education programs and Alamo Colleges system keep those metros consistently active.

Are there remote instructor jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in fully desk-based fields because much instructor work involves in-person facilitation, labs, or hands-on demonstration. About 2% of instructor openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with online course delivery and corporate e-learning development roles being the most likely to allow fully remote arrangements.

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

The most realistic entry path is a teaching associate or instructional aide role at a Texas community college or large school district, which lets you build classroom hours while working toward full certification. Houston ISD, Dallas ISD, and the Alamo Colleges system run structured residency and alternative certification programs for candidates entering through the Texas Education Agency's registered educator preparation programs. Completing even one approved practicum placement and passing the relevant Texas Examinations of Educator Standards test significantly strengthens early applications.

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

You can find and apply to instructor jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that fit your experience and subject area, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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