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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average weekly pay for seminar instructor in California is $956.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $593.17 and $1,214.62 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a seminar instructor?

To thrive as a Seminar Instructor, you need expertise in instructional design, effective public speaking, and strong subject matter knowledge, often backed by relevant educational credentials or professional experience. Familiarity with presentation software, virtual meeting platforms, and learning management systems is commonly expected. Outstanding interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to engage diverse audiences help set exceptional instructors apart. These skills are essential for effectively delivering content, fostering participant engagement, and ensuring successful seminar outcomes.

What is a seminar instructor?

A Seminar Instructor is responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering instructional sessions on specific topics to groups of participants. They create lesson plans, facilitate discussions, and engage learners through interactive methods. Their role often includes preparing materials, assessing participant progress, and adapting content to meet learning objectives. Seminar Instructors may work in educational institutions, corporate training programs, or independent workshops.

What are some common challenges a seminar instructor may face, and how can they be addressed?

Seminar Instructors often encounter challenges such as engaging participants with varying levels of experience, managing time effectively, and addressing unexpected questions or disruptions. To overcome these, successful instructors prepare interactive materials, establish clear learning goals, and employ a range of teaching techniques to accommodate different learning styles. Additionally, adaptability and strong classroom management skills can help maintain a productive learning environment. Proactively seeking participant feedback and continuously refining instructional methods also contribute to more effective seminars.

What are the most commonly searched types of Seminar Instructor jobs in California?

The most popular types of Seminar Instructor jobs in California are:

Infographic showing various Seminar Instructor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,714 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Expeditionary Warfare School Blended Seminar Program (EWSBSP) Instructor (CDET)

Davis Defense Group, Inc.

Oceanside, CA • On-site

$95K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Description

Position Title: Expeditionary Warfare School Blended Seminar Program (EWSBSP) Instructor (CDET) 

Requisition#: 289 

Work Environment: On Site  

Salary Requirement: $95,000 - 105,0000 ***This is an estimated salary range. Compensation will be commensurate with experience*** 

Position Type: Non-Exempt 

Location: Camp Pendleton, CA 

Required Clearance: Secret  


Davis Defense Group, Inc. has secured a stellar reputation as one of the premier Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) in the aerospace and defense industry, steadfastly supporting the Department of Defense since 2002. A critical combination of vision and dedication to excellence has helped our customers achieve numerous significant milestones on schedule and within budget. Today we employ over 700 personnel around the globe in a mix of analytical, advisory, technical, and support positions. The common thread across our organization is our commitment to our customers and an unwavering dedication to our principle motto: "Mission Focused, Future Ready. Innovating today, Leading tomorrow." 


Functional Description:  


Davis Defense Group (DDG) is seeking an EWS Blended Seminar Instructor to support the College of Distance Education and Training (CDET) Program at Camp Pendleton, California.  The EWS Blended Seminar Program executes in three parts, with an initial resident seminar period, a non-resident (online) seminar period and a final resident period.  The full program is executed twice per Academic Year (AY). 


Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Complete required Faculty Orientation prior to teaching and periodically afterwards per CDET policy. 
  • Conduct Socratic style onsite and online seminars in blended seminar format, using CDET approved curricula (teaching materials, faculty guides and faculty LMS sites) and following the approved schedule of resident and non-resident periods of instruction. 
  • Grade students' papers, essays, planning products and other subjective grading requirements as specified in CDET course close-out policies and timelines using CDET prescribed rubrics. 
  • Remediate students by providing extra and personal instruction to students who fail assignments or assessments. 
  • Enforce the CDET academic integrity policy and ensure strict enforcement of test security and integrity.  
  • Ensure LMS enrollment of eligible students into courses and provide students limited basic LMS support. 
  • Participate in no more than ten (10) hours of local faculty development per AY. 
  • Complete a faculty end of course (EOC) survey for each course and encourage completion of student EOC surveys via the LMS at the completion of each course. 
  • Participate in local faculty development each AY, as determined by the Regional Director. 
  • Attend the annual CDET Faculty workshop (normally 5 consecutive days) at Quantico VA in the summer months. 

Required Experience:  

  • U.S. Marine Corps service as a field grade officer with experience as a commanding, executive, or primary staff officer at the battalion/squadron level or above. 
  • A graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School (resident school, distance education or blended seminar programs). 
  • Teaching experience, preferably using the Socratic method. 

Desired Experience:  

  • A graduate of the U.S. Marine Corps Command and Staff College (resident school, distance education or blended seminar programs), other Intermediate Level School (ILS), School of Advanced Warfighting (SAW) or Top Level School (TLS). 
  • Experience with onsite and both asynchronous and synchronous online teaching techniques and strategies. 
  • Experience with Learning Management/Support Systems (LMS/LSS, e.g., Moodle). 

Education Requirements:  


Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree desired, with emphasis on Military, American, European, or Diplomatic History; or in Strategic Studies, International Relations, or related field. 


When we review candidates' information, we are looking for the best matches for the position based on the qualifications listed in the job posting. If your skills and experience appear to match an open position, a recruitment services professional or a hiring manager may contact you.  


Davis Defense Group, Inc. is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and efficiency in our recruitment and hiring processes. As part of our dedication to these values, DDG does not engage with or entertain the services of third-party recruiting agencies for our staffing needs. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
 

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