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Community College System of New Hampshire

$50K - $64K/yr

Manchester Community College is seeking qualified individuals who are interested in contract ... Pay Range is commensurate with experience and is assumed that instructors put in the necessary prep ...

City of Irvine

Contract Class Instructor

Irvine, CA

Contract Class Instructors have unique skills or expertise and experience sharing their knowledge with members of the public in a class or workshop setting. This position is a temporary contract ...

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Instructor II (Field) - KICT

Wichita, KS · On-site

Must have a minimum of five (5) years of CPC experience controlling live traffic, or recent experience as a contract Instructor at an FAA facility. * Experience must have been at the same type and ...

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How much do contract instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract instructor in the United States is $31.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Contract Instructor job?

A Contract Instructor is a teaching professional hired on a contractual basis to deliver courses at an educational institution. Unlike full-time faculty, they typically work on a fixed-term contract and may not have tenure or long-term job security. Their responsibilities often include preparing lesson plans, delivering lectures, grading assignments, and providing student support. The contract length and workload can vary depending on the institution and subject area.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Instructor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Instructor, you need subject-matter expertise, instructional design knowledge, and experience in classroom or online teaching, often supported by a relevant degree or professional certification. Familiarity with e-learning platforms, presentation software, and learning management systems (LMS) is usually expected. Excellent communication, adaptability, and interpersonal skills help create engaging learning environments and effectively address diverse learner needs. These skills are essential to deliver high-quality instruction, adapt to different learning styles, and meet the goals of both learners and contracting organizations.

What does a typical workday look like for a Contract Instructor?

A typical workday for a Contract Instructor often involves preparing lesson materials, delivering instruction to groups or individuals, and assessing learner progress through assignments or evaluations. You may work independently or collaborate with other instructors and administrators, depending on the program or organization. While some positions involve a set teaching schedule, others may require flexibility with hours or deliver content remotely. In addition to teaching, Contract Instructors frequently update curriculum materials and respond to student questions. This dynamic role requires balancing instructional responsibilities with ongoing communication and preparation to ensure educational objectives are met.
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Infographic showing various Contract Instructor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 57% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,432 per year, or $31.5 per hour.
AC-130J Contract Instructor (CI) Pilot Part-Time

AC-130J Contract Instructor (CI) Pilot Part-Time

Aviation Training Consulting, LLC

Albuquerque, NM

Other

Posted 20 days ago

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AC-130J Academic/Simulator Contract Instructor (CI) Pilot Part-Time

Will provide formal aircrew academic and simulator flight training to officer and enlisted initial qualification, mission qualification, requalification, instructor/AC/WSO upgrade, and key staff students to conduct close air support, air interdiction, and armed reconnaissance.


Essential Functions of the Position:

  • Provide instruction in AC-130J emergency procedures training, systems operation, instrument flight, and tactical operations. 
  • Provide academic and simulator refresher training to qualified AC-130J aircrew members.
  • Assist in the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) process in designing, developing of and ensuring all AC-130J courseware is correctly applied.
  • The selected candidate will become a Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) certified instructor.
  • Perform other duties as directed by the management team.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college.
  • Must be available a minimum of 20 hours per week.
  • Must be current as a Pilot in the AC-130J within the previous two years; or within the previous 8 years if the candidate has performed 8 years of military operational flying duty at the time of hire with at least two years or 200 hours experience as an in-flight instructor in the AC130J H/U/W/J.
  • Waivers are possible for candidates not meeting the above requirements but have prior AC-130 experience and/or have experience as an AC-130J Contract Instructor.
  • The Selected candidate must be able to obtain a minimum of an active SECRET clearance and will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information and Communications Security (COMSEC) material.
  • Creative, responsive and adaptive in a dynamic environment.
  • Solid interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate orally, write, read, and comprehend English.
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