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Education & Training Assistant

Ladson, SC

$18.25 - $23/hr

... of Commerce, and local educational institutions. The position is responsible for conducting ... training programs and to promote career opportunities in manufacturing. Additionally, the role ...

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How much do educational trainer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for educational trainer in the United States is $26.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Educational Trainer?

An Educational Trainer is a professional who designs and delivers instructional programs to help educators, staff, or students develop specific skills or knowledge. They often create training materials, lead workshops, and provide coaching or support to improve teaching methods and learning outcomes. Educational Trainers may work in schools, colleges, corporate settings, or educational organizations to facilitate ongoing professional development. Their goal is to ensure that participants are equipped with effective strategies and tools to enhance learning and performance.

How does an Educational Trainer typically collaborate with teachers and administrators to implement new instructional strategies?

Educational Trainers often work closely with teachers and administrators by conducting workshops, facilitating group discussions, and offering one-on-one coaching sessions. They help assess the unique needs of each school or district, tailor training sessions accordingly, and provide ongoing support as new teaching methods are introduced. Collaboration is usually hands-on and iterative, involving feedback loops to ensure that the strategies are effective and adaptable to classroom realities. This teamwork fosters a supportive environment for meaningful professional development and positive change.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Educational Trainer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Educational Trainer, you need expertise in instructional design, subject matter knowledge, and typically a background in education or training, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), presentation software, and online collaboration tools is commonly required. Outstanding communication, adaptability, and facilitation skills help trainers engage diverse learners and foster a positive learning environment. These skills are essential for delivering effective training, ensuring knowledge retention, and supporting organizational or educational goals.

What is the difference between Educational Trainer vs Corporate Trainer?

AspectEducational TrainerCorporate Trainer
CredentialsTypically requires teaching certifications or degrees in educationOften requires training certifications or industry-specific expertise
Work EnvironmentSchools, colleges, educational institutionsCorporate offices, training centers, business environments
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, government programsBusinesses, corporations, private organizations
Common Search & ComparisonEducational Trainer vs Corporate Trainer

Educational Trainers focus on teaching students in academic settings, often requiring teaching credentials. Corporate Trainers work within companies to develop employee skills, usually needing industry-specific training certifications. Both roles involve training delivery but differ mainly in environment and target audience.

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Infographic showing various Educational Trainer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,463 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Educational Technician (Education Technician)

BOP: General Practitioner

Marion, IL • On-site

$52K/yr

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Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Qualifications:

How Do I Qualify for this Position? To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:
Education:
GL-06 and GL-07: As a general rule, education is not creditable above GL-05 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position.
OR
Experience:
GL-06, GL-07: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA’s) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
GL-06:

  • Experience in maintaining and controlling education/training records and files, processing incoming and outgoing materials such as correspondence, memorandum and reports ensuring all related reporting requirements are met.
  • Experience utilizing a variety of automated or computer based systems in extracting and compiling data.
  • Experience handling requests for information, providing technical support in budgetary and time and attendance areas, and compiling statistical reports.

GL-07:

  • Experience preparing spreadsheets and reports used for educational or other related purposes and assisting in the implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of educational programs.
  • Experience conducting educational surveys, evaluating training programs, developing training materials for training courses or training programs. Making recommendations for improvements, assisting teachers and instructors.
  • Experience providing technical support and have working knowledge of audio-visual equipment, reproduction machines, and business-related equipment.

If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.
**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**

Education:

See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here.

Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

Employment Type: OTHER

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