Program Instructor Jobs
Program Instructor jobs are open across education, nonprofit, corporate training, and community services, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in curriculum development, workforce development, and youth programming. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org.
What you'll get from working at The Y:
- Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
- A positive, growth-oriented community of fun coworkers
- Opportunity for adventure every day
- Act as part of the total camp staff team to provide a quality outdoor education program to school groups and weekend family camps.
- Actively contribute to the camp staff team by communicating ideas and concerns openly, making solution-oriented suggestions, exhibiting a service-minded attitude, and being an appropriate role model.
- Prepare and teach classes in Environmental Education and Challenge Education daily as assigned.
- Facilitate activities (e.g., crafts, archery, large group games, campfires, etc.) daily as assigned.
- Facilitate evening activities, meal duties, and cleaning duties as assigned.
- Model and enforce all camp policies.
- Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, program and equipment inspection written documentation, and emergencies.
- Ensure high standards of housekeeping are met in all cabins, facilities, staff housing, program areas, bathrooms, and main lodge. Monitor and restock housekeeping supplies as needed.
Work Environment
This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff typically live in either shared cabins with campers or in shared housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and store supplies, up to 50 pounds.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp work week is five (5) days on and two (2) days off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.
Code of Conduct for Applicants
All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.
- At least one (1) season of experience teaching environmental education.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Current state-approved First Aid certification.*
- Current state-approved CPR certification.*
- BA / BS degree or equivalent in related field.
- Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
- Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.
- CPR and FA training will be provided within first 30 days of employment.
OUR VALUES
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Honesty
- Caring
- Passion for Excellence
All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
Job Summary
To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org.
What you'll get from working at The Y:
- Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
- A positive, growth-oriented community of fun coworkers
- Opportunity for adventure every day
- Act as part of the total camp staff team to provide a quality outdoor education program to school groups and weekend family camps.
- Actively contribute to the camp staff team by communicating ideas and concerns openly, making solution-oriented suggestions, exhibiting a service-minded attitude, and being an appropriate role model.
- Prepare and teach classes in Environmental Education and Challenge Education daily as assigned.
- Facilitate activities (e.g., crafts, archery, large group games, campfires, etc.) daily as assigned.
- Facilitate evening activities, meal duties, and cleaning duties as assigned.
- Model and enforce all camp policies.
- Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, program and equipment inspection written documentation, and emergencies.
- Ensure high standards of housekeeping are met in all cabins, facilities, staff housing, program areas, bathrooms, and main lodge. Monitor and restock housekeeping supplies as needed.
Work Environment
This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff typically live in either shared cabins with campers or in shared housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and store supplies, up to 50 pounds.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp work week is five (5) days on and two (2) days off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.
Code of Conduct for Applicants
All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.
- At least one (1) season of experience teaching environmental education.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Current state-approved First Aid certification.*
- Current state-approved CPR certification.*
- BA / BS degree or equivalent in related field.
- Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
- Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.
- CPR and FA training will be provided within first 30 days of employment.
OUR VALUES
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Honesty
- Caring
- Passion for Excellence
All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
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Who's Hiring
- Computer Systems Institute21
- State of Georgia17
- Atria Senior Living16
- Bay Area Community Resources13
- YMCA10
Top Industries Hiring
- Education14
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program instructor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or a related field
- Experience designing and delivering curriculum for adult or youth learners
- Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong facilitation and classroom management skills across group sizes
- Ability to track participant progress and report outcomes to program stakeholders
- CPR, First Aid, or role-specific certifications depending on program population
Tips for Your Program Instructor Job Search
Tailor your resume to program outcomes
Program instructors are hired on results, so your resume should lead with measurable outcomes like completion rates, participant growth, or skill gains. Generic teaching duties won't stand out. Reframe each bullet around what changed for your learners.
List your certifications by funding source
Many program instructor roles are grant-funded, and hiring managers screen for certifications tied to specific funding streams like workforce boards or Title I. Name your credentials explicitly rather than grouping them under a vague 'training' section.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by program model, not just title
Program instructor roles vary widely by delivery model, cohort-based, drop-in, hybrid, or asynchronous. Filter your search by keywords like 'cohort,' 'workshop,' or 'blended learning' to find openings that match how you actually teach.
Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews
Most program instructor interviews include a live or recorded teaching demonstration, often on a topic assigned 24 to 48 hours in advance. Practice delivering a tight five to ten minute lesson to a non-expert audience before you get the call.
Negotiate start dates around program cycles
Program instructor positions are often tied to cohort start dates, which gives you real leverage on timing. If an offer arrives mid-cycle, ask whether a delayed start is possible rather than accepting an awkward mid-program entry.
Program Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program instructors?
Computer Systems Institute, State of Georgia, and Atria Senior Living are hiring the most program instructors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Massachusetts, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit organizations and workforce development agencies consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many program instructor jobs are remote?
About 14% of program instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by program type. Digital literacy, professional development, and corporate training programs are most likely to offer remote or hybrid delivery, while youth-serving and hands-on vocational programs almost always require in-person presence.
How do you become a program instructor?
Start by earning a degree in education, human services, or a subject-matter field relevant to the programs you want to teach. Build facilitation experience through tutoring, volunteering, or community workshops. Develop a portfolio of lesson plans and participant outcomes. Apply to entry-level program assistant or co-facilitator roles to gain supervised instructional experience before moving into lead instructor positions.
Can you get hired as a program instructor without direct teaching experience?
Yes, many employers hire program instructors who have deep subject-matter expertise even without a formal classroom background. Roles in workforce development, vocational training, and community education frequently value lived experience or industry credentials over teaching degrees. Volunteering with youth organizations, leading workshops, or co-facilitating community events can substitute for traditional classroom experience on your application.
What does the program instructor interview process look like?
Most program instructor interviews include an initial screening call, a panel interview with program leadership and sometimes community stakeholders, and a teaching demonstration. The demonstration is typically a short lesson on an assigned topic delivered to the interview panel as a stand-in audience. Some employers also ask candidates to review a sample curriculum and suggest improvements during the final round.
Where can I find and apply to program instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to program instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subject-matter background and program experience, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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