7 of the Most Popular Types of Tech Instructor Jobs in 2026

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Top Types Of Tech Instructor Jobs

• Online Information Technology Instructor

  Salary range: $52,000 - $93,500

  Online Information Technology Instructor is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Online Information Technology Instructor jobs pay between $52,000 (25th percentile) and $93,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Online Information Technology Instructor job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

• Instructional Technology Faculty

  Salary range: $44,500 - $62,500

  Instructional Technology Faculty is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Instructional Technology Faculty jobs pay between $44,500 (25th percentile) and $62,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Instructional Technology Faculty job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

• Instructional Technology Specialist

  Salary range: $44,500 - $62,500

  An instructional technology specialist works in education to help teachers and professors implement technology into their lesson plans and student learning. With the increased need for educators to accept and embrace technology, instructional technology specialists are needed to help them through the process of planning curriculums, implementing new software, learning computer programs, and increasing their technological skills. You can find work as an instructional technology specialist for a short time as a consultant or as a full-time specialist, depending on the school or district's needs. You can work in any educational setting from elementary through college or university.

• Educational Technology

  Salary range: $51,500 - $79,000

  Educational Technology is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Educational Technology jobs pay between $51,500 (25th percentile) and $79,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Educational Technology job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

• Automotive Instructor

  Salary range: $48,500 - $82,500

  The job duties of an automotive instructor involve training students on auto repair, parts installation, and maintenance. Your responsibilities may include teaching basic maintenance techniques tor tune-ups, tire rotation, and oil change, and you may demonstrate more advanced techniques for computer diagnostics or installing or repairing vital systems such as the engine, electrical system, or transmission. An automotive instructor may work at a vocational or technical school, a high school that offers auto repair classes, or a professional training facility.

• Computer Science Teacher

  Salary range: $50,500 - $69,500

  A computer science teacher teaches students about computers and computer programming. Your responsibilities cover teaching students to understand how computers work and instructing them on writing programs and algorithms. While most computer science (CS) education takes place at the high school level, some teachers work at the middle school or elementary level. Others teach at colleges and universities. All CS teachers must prepare and administer lesson plans, evaluate student work, and supervise students in the classroom. Motivating and encouraging students, as well as communicating effectively, are vital duties.

• Technical Trainer

  Salary range: $65,000 - $86,500

  As a technical trainer, you work in an organization to teach employees about new software, equipment, or procedures necessary for a particular position. You evaluate the skill sets of individual employees to make recommendations about additional educational opportunities and develop materials using a variety of media. You should have several years of industry experience and be up-to-date with the latest technology. Excellent interpersonal skills are vital to train staff effectively, and administrative tasks require you have strong organizational and time management skills. Certification is voluntary through a vendor-based program for software or through an organization such as the Association for Talent Development.