Education jobs

38 open education roles aggregated daily from multiple job boards.

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  • Technical Enablement Manager

    Recast Software

    Technical-EnablementCustomer-EducationTraining-and-DevelopmentUnited Statesremote$90K–$115K USDHimalayas

    About Recast: Recast Software , located in Minneapolis, MN, empowers organizations to better manage and support users and devices. Our mission is to simplify the work of IT teams and enable them to create highly secure and compliant environments. Our software does this by seamlessly integrating with existing IT infrastructure to quickly remediate issues, ensure compliance, enhance security, and maintain clear visibility across all devices. Recast is a rapidly growing software company with i

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  • Course Compliance & Vendor Management

    Learntastic

    Partnership-ManagementVendor-ManagementCourse-DevelopmentSerbiaremoteHimalayas

    LearnTastic is a fast-growing online education platform providing accredited continuing education and compliance courses for professionals across industries - from healthcare and construction to HR and education. With more than 1,000 courses and over a million learners served, LearnTastic is redefining accessible, self-paced learning. Our mission is to make professional development simple, engaging, and impactful - anytime, anywhere. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll help shape the learning e

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  • Associate, Executive Education

    Partners for Public Good

    Executive-EducationLearning-and-DevelopmentTraining-And-FacilitationUnited Statesremote$103K–$103K USDHimalayas

    Associate, Executive Education Location: Flexible within the U.S. but requires access to a major U.S. airport for travel.    Position Type: Full-time   About Us Partners for Public Good is a nonpartisan team of doers who work alongside state and local governments to strengthen the operational systems—procurement, staffing, budgeting, and technology—that determine whether policy turns into results for residents. We go in alongside government staff through implementation, not just as advi

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  • Associate, Executive Education

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    Executive-EducationLearning-and-DevelopmentTraining-And-FacilitationUnited Statesremote$103K–$103K USDHimalayas

    Associate, Executive Education Location: Flexible within the U.S. but requires access to a major U.S. airport for travel.    Position Type: Full-time   About Us Partners for Public Good is a nonpartisan team of doers who work alongside state and local governments to strengthen the operational systems—procurement, staffing, budgeting, and technology—that determine whether policy turns into results for residents. We go in alongside government staff through implementation, not just as advi

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  • Material Handler, Packing (7:00am-7:00pm)

    BAXTER

    EducationMorganton, NCThe Muse

    This is where  your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust

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  • Endeavour Women in Tech 2026 Scholarship Application (High School)

    Edged Energy LLC

    ScholarshipWomen-In-Tech-ScholarshipSTEM-EducationUnited StatesremoteHimalayas

    The EWIT Scholarship is funded by the Endeavour Women in Tech (EWIT) group, a network of women across Endeavour and its subsidiaries who are passionate about advancing opportunities for women in technology. Through mentorship, education, and career development initiatives, EWIT is focused on disrupting the status quo and fostering the next generation of female leaders in STEM. About Endeavour Endeavour is a modern infrastructure company transforming how data centers are built and operated

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  • Endeavour Women in Tech 2026 Scholarship Application (University)

    Edged Energy LLC

    Women-In-Tech-ScholarshipSTEM-ScholarshipEducation-GrantUnited StatesremoteHimalayas

    The EWIT Scholarship is funded by the Endeavour Women in Tech (EWIT) group, a network of women across Endeavour and its subsidiaries who are passionate about advancing opportunities for women in technology. Through mentorship, education, and career development initiatives, EWIT is focused on disrupting the status quo and fostering the next generation of female leaders in STEM. About Endeavour Endeavour is a modern infrastructure company transforming how data centers are built and operated

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  • Scientific Education Manager (US & Canada) (Solventum)

    Solventum

    Scientific-Education-ManagerClinical-EducationHealthcare-EducationCanadaremote$110K–$137K CADHimalayas

    Thank you for your interest in joining Solventum . Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. At Solventum , people are at the heart of every innovation we pursue. Guided by empathy, insight, and clinical intelligence, we collaborate with the best minds in healthcare to address our customers’ toughest challenges. While we continue updating the Solventum Careers Page and appli

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  • Scientific Education Manager (US & Canada) (Solventum)

    Solventum

    Scientific-Education-ManagerClinical-EducationHealthcare-EducationUnited Statesremote$108K–$148K USDHimalayas

    Thank you for your interest in joining Solventum . Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. At Solventum , people are at the heart of every innovation we pursue. Guided by empathy, insight, and clinical intelligence, we collaborate with the best minds in healthcare to address our customers’ toughest challenges. While we continue updating the Solventum Careers Page and appli

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  • Associate - Bechtel Enterprises

    Bechtel

    EducationHouston, TXThe Muse

    Requisition ID: 293158 Relocation Authorized: National - Single Grade: 25 Position to be Panel Interviewed? No Telework Type: Part-Time Telework Work Location: Houston, TX, Reston, VA Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access

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  • Executive Admissions Representative

    Unitek Learning

    AdmissionsHigher-EducationStudent-RecruitmentUnited StatesremoteHimalayas

    Unitek Learning is seeking an Executive Admissions Representative for our Cross-state enrollment team. This position is 100% remote, must be able to work 10a-7pm PST hours. The ideal candidate will have admissions experience, preferably within a nursing, healthcare, or higher education setting. Experience with student recruitment, enrollment processes, and relationship-building is strongly preferred. Job responsibilities: The expectation is that the majority of an Executive Admissions Repre

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  • Elementary School Counselor

    Spring Education Group

    School-CounselorElementary-Education-CounselorStudent-Support-ServicesUnited Statesremote$60K–$65K USDHimalayas

    Laurel Springs School, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group , a WASC-accredited school, is a pioneer in online private school education since 1991. Laurel Springs provides flexible and personalized learning experiences online for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and beyond. The Elementary School (K–5th Grade) Counselor plays a key role in fostering the academic, social, and emotional development of students in grades K–5. This position requires broad experience, cultural competenc

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  • Automation QA Teaching Experts (Python)

    TripleTen

    QA-TeachingQA-InstructionQA-TrainingColombiaremoteHimalayas

    Description TripleTen is an online teaching platform that empowers people, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in Data Analytics, Data Science, Web Development, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineering, and UX/UI Design — in an accessible and practical way, supporting them until they successfully thrive in a new career. 🚀 Our mission is to ensure that every student has the

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  • Automation QA Teaching Experts (Python)

    TripleTen

    QA-Automation-TeachingPython-InstructorTechnical-EducationArgentinaremoteHimalayas

    Description TripleTen is an online teaching platform that empowers people, regardless of their prior experience, to embark on the exciting and challenging journey of mastering tech professions. Our bootcamps focus on training students in Data Analytics, Data Science, Web Development, Quality Assurance (QA) Engineering, and UX/UI Design — in an accessible and practical way, supporting them until they successfully thrive in a new career. 🚀 Our mission is to ensure that every student has the

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  • Training & Implementation Consultant - Talent Pool (North America)

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    Training-and-ImplementationAutomotive-TechnologySoftware-Implementation-ConsultingUnited StatesremoteHimalayas

    Pinewood.AI is expanding across North America, and we're looking to connect with talented professionals who are passionate about helping automotive retailers get the most from technology. Our Training & Implementation teams play a critical role in supporting dealerships through system deployments, onboarding & training. We work across both Variable Operations and Fixed Operations, helping customers maximise the value of the Pinewood.AI platform. By joining our North America Training

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  • Private Tutor – Fluid Mechanics | Engineering (College Level)

    Club Z! Tutoring

    Private-TutoringEngineering-TutorAcademic-SupportUnited Statesremote$36–$36 USDHimalayas

    Are you passionate about teaching and breaking down complex concepts, strengthening problem-solving skills, and helping students stay confident and on track? Club Z! Tutoring of Bethesda is seeking a reliable, student-first engineering tutor to provide virtual 1:1 support for a full-time college student enrolled in a Fluid Mechanics course . The tutor will help the student understand course concepts, stay on track with assignments, and build confidence through structured problem-solving and

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  • Online English Teacher

    COREnglish

    Online-English-TeachingESL-TeachingTEFL-TESOL-EducationSouth Africaremote$6–$6 USDHimalayas

    COREnglish stands at the forefront of global online education and serves as a prominent resource for recruiting educators for schools across Asia. Tasks There are many benefits to working with our team, but here are the main ones: Guaranteed hours!!! Schedule build-up**** Hours are assigned as soon as you finish your training, no need to wait weeks to get hours assigned. Regular Students every week (stable monthly income) Guaranteed* Part time - You can manage your schedule and weekl

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  • Instructional Designer

    Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, MNJooble

    The Instructional Designer EHR performs a full range of professional duties assisting colleagues with designing and implementing a variety of types of courses (asynchronous and synchronous virtual and in person; standalone, blended and academic) as well as computer... 

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  • FlowTalents - Banco de Talentos

    VIAFLOW

    Banco-De-TalentosTechnology-Training-ProgramTech-ApprenticeshipBrazilremoteHimalayas

    Inspirar para aprender mais, fazer mais e ser mais! Tudo começou em 2017, quando em função da alta demanda por profissionais de tecnologia e falta de pessoas qualificadas, resolvemos estruturar a nossa primeira turma para um cliente específico. O FlowTalents é uma resposta para todos que desejam entrar no mercado de trabalho e precisam de uma oportunidade para se QUALIFICAR e para os nossos clientes que precisam entregar projetos. Através de trilhas técnicas e mentoria, essas pessoas são for

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  • Senior Curriculum Developer & Instructor

    Clickhouse

    Curriculum-DevelopmentTechnical-TrainingInstructionUnited Statesremote$132K–$166K USDHimalayas

    About ClickHouse Recognized on the 2025 Forbes Cloud 100 list, ClickHouse is one of the most innovative and fast-growing private cloud companies. With more than 3,000 customers and ARR that has grown over 250 percent year over year, ClickHouse leads the market in real-time analytics, data warehousing, observability, and AI workloads. The company’s sustained, accelerating momentum was recently validated by a $400M Series D financing round. Over the past three months, customers including Capit

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  • Affiliate Faculty - Criminology

    TCS Education

    CriminologyHigher-Education-FacultyTeachingAustralia, Canada, IrelandremoteHimalayas

    Job Description: ABOUT THE CHICAGO SCHOOL The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit universit

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  • Instructional Designer

    Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.

    Phoenix, AZ$65K–$80K USDJooble

     ...Job Summary Key Deliverables and Responsibilities Cambridge is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to join the Training & Education team. This role designs and develops learner-centered training, performance support, and scalable learning experiences... 

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  • HVAC Career Coach

    CourseCareers

    Career-CoachHVAC-Technical-EducationUnited StatesremoteHimalayas

    Part-Time HVAC Career Coach (Flexible, Paid Workshops + Upside) About CourseCareers CourseCareers is an online education platform that helps people launch new careers without a college degree or prior experience . We work with industry professionals to create job-focused courses that teach practical, employer-aligned skills in technology, business, and the skilled trades. Our students are career changers looking for realistic, entry-level opportunities — and coaching helps bridge the g

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  • Activities Assistant

    Equity Lifestyle Properties

    EducationEustis, FLThe Muse

    With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Activities Assistant in Eustis, Florida. What you'll do: The Activities Assistant helps to plan and implement weekly resort activities and events. Activity Assistants provides exceptional customer service and ensures our guests have enjoyable and memorable experiences at our resorts. Your job will include: Coor

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  • Housekeeper

    Equity Lifestyle Properties

    EducationWeslaco, TXThe Muse

    With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Housekeeper in Weslaco, Texas. What you'll do: Our housekeepers make sure that our resorts are clean and tidy to ensure that our guests have a five-star experience. Your job will include: Housekeepers clean the resort office, clubhouse, public access areas and models as directed, including mopping, dusting, vacuum

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  • SUPERVISORY NAVIGATOR (INSTRUCTOR) - TITLE 32

    Air National Guard Units

    Air NavigationRobins AFB, Georgia$105K–$137K USDUSAJobs

    Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY. Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume. Military Grades: O2-O4. Compatible Mil

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  • TRAINING TECHNICIAN

    Air National Guard Units

    Education And Training TechnicianEielson AFB, Alaska$69K–$90K USDUSAJobs

    GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant's demonstrated ability to follow directions, read, understand, and retain instructions, regulations, and procedures that otherwise validate the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. GS-09- Must have at least 1 year spec

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  • POLICE OFFICER (FIELD TRAINING OFFICER)

    U.S. Marine Corps

    PoliceBarstow, California$58K–$84K USDUSAJobs

    GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: providing training and instruction of law enforcement equipment usage and application techniques, and law enforcement procedures while performing law enforcement duties; responding to emergency calls, complaints and other calls fo

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  • Child and Youth Program Assistant

    Commander, Navy Installations Command

    Education And Training TechnicianKey West, Florida$43K–$53K USDUSAJobs

    Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to complete all Department of the Navy (DoN) training re

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  • Child and Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level)

    U.S. Air Forces, Europe

    Education And Training TechnicianGeilenkirchen, Germany$46K–$46K USDUSAJobs

    Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date,05/29/2026 Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference The Area of Consideration fo

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  • AIRPLANE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

    Air National Guard Units

    Aircraft OperationMarch AFB, California$144K–$187K USDUSAJobs

    General Experience: Must have a Federal Aviation Administration certification awarded from an accredited civilian aviation program or have a aviation certification from an accredited military aviation school. AIRPLANE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, GS-2181-13: Must have at least one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level and have at least two years experience operating specific main frame/military helicopter; Experience with civilian a

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  • Recreation Assistant (Water Safety Instructor) - Flexible

    Commander, Navy Installations Command

    Recreation Aid And AssistantSigonella Sicily, Italy$36K–$36K USDUSAJobs

    Six (6) months of general experience in any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position and six (6) months of specialized experience OR successful completion of two (2) years of study above high school that included at least 12 semester hours in courses related to recreation. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of this posi

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  • Foreign Language Instructor

    Central Intelligence Agency

    Language SpecialistWashington, District of Columbia$86K–$133K USDUSAJobs

    Minimum Qualifications Interested candidates should be passionate about the ideals of our American republic, committed to upholding the rule of law and the U.S. Constitution, and committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government. Hiring decisions will not be based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Native-like proficiency in one or more of the languages listed above, as well as professional level ability in English. Candidates will be required to take proficiency te

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  • Educational Aid/Technician (Flexible)

    Commander, Navy Installations Command

    Education And Training TechnicianSigonella Sicily, Italy$39K–$45K USDUSAJobs

    Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If qualified at the lower level, incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the higher level upon meeting qualification requirements. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to communicate effectively in English, bot

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  • Instructional Systems Specialist

    Air Education and Training Command

    Instructional SystemsGoodfellow AFB, Texas, Sheppard AFB, Texas$50K–$96K USDUSAJobs

    Qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Pathways Guidelines. You can also visit: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-Standards.asp for additional qualification standards. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of instruction. 2. Abi

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  • General Education and Training Specialist

    Air Force Global Strike Command

    General Education And TrainingAndrews AFB, Maryland, Minot AFB, North Dakota$50K–$91K USDUSAJobs

    BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: 1. Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. or 2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-ye

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  • Youth Program Specialist

    Air Force Materiel Command

    General Education And TrainingEdwards AFB, California, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio$52K–$112K USDUSAJobs

    BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: 1. Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. OR 2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-ye

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  • Child Development Specialist

    Air Force Materiel Command

    General Education And TrainingEdwards AFB, California, Vandenberg AFB, California$50K–$112K USDUSAJobs

    BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: 1. Degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position. or 2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in education, or in a subject-matter field appropriate to the position, plus appropriate experience or additional course work that provided knowledge comparable to that normally acquired through the successful completion of the 4-ye

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About Education jobs

Education jobs cover everyone who helps people learn, from K-12 (kindergarten through 12th grade) classroom teachers to university professors, curriculum designers, instructional designers in corporate training, EdTech (education technology) product builders, and education administrators. The work splits between direct teaching (with students, in a classroom or online), curriculum and content design (building what students learn), administration (running schools, programs, districts), and support roles (school counselors, special education specialists, paraprofessionals).

Postings here come from the same multi-source feed: broad aggregators, federal feeds, remote-only listings, and tech-heavy boards. The full list refreshes once a day. You'll see K-12 teaching positions across districts and states, higher-ed faculty postings, corporate L&D (learning and development) roles, EdTech product and engineering roles, and adult education and trade-school positions.

Signed in? The list is re-ranked against your values assessment, so the roles at the top are the ones that line up with what actually matters to you: comp, the kind of learners you'd work with, schedule (academic calendar vs year-round), the team. The scoring math is the same for everyone; the weighting is yours.

What does an education job pay?

Education pay sits below most knowledge-work fields and varies more by state and district than by company stage. K-12 teacher pay ranges from roughly $40k entry-level in low-pay states to $90k+ for senior teachers in high-pay states (NY, MA, CA, NJ). Public-school pay generally tracks union scales tied to years of service plus degree level (master's adds a meaningful bump). Private-school pay is more variable. Higher-ed faculty: adjuncts pay $30-60k per course or worse; assistant professors $70-100k median; tenured professors $100-200k+ at research universities. Corporate L&D pay is closer to other corporate roles: instructional designers $70-120k, L&D managers $100-160k, head of L&D at large companies $200k+. EdTech product and engineering pay matches general tech rates. Federal education roles (US Dept of Education, NIH education research) follow the GS (General Schedule) federal pay scale.

Are education jobs hiring remote?

K-12 classroom teaching is on-site by definition outside of online schools (a small but growing slice). Curriculum design, instructional design, and assessment-writing roles often go remote. Corporate L&D roles (instructional designers, L&D managers) are quite remote-friendly, especially at tech and consulting companies. Higher-ed faculty roles are mostly on-site with some hybrid teaching norms developed during 2020-2022. EdTech roles follow tech-industry norms (mostly remote-friendly). Tutoring and adult-ed roles split into two camps: paid platforms like Outschool, Wyzant, Varsity Tutors offer fully remote tutoring; in-person tutoring jobs require in-person presence. The remote toggle on this page filters to listings tagged remote-only or remote-first.

Entry-level vs senior education roles

Entry-level varies dramatically by track. K-12 teaching entry is gated by credentialing: state teacher certification (different in every state), often a bachelor's in education or a content area plus a teacher preparation program. Alternative certification routes (Teach for America, district-run residency programs) exist for non-traditional candidates. Higher-ed entry is gated by terminal degree (PhD for tenure-track; master's for adjuncts). Corporate L&D entry is more accessible: instructional designer roles hire from teaching, content design, training, and even adjacent fields like UX (user experience) writing. Senior roles split sharply: school principals and superintendents in K-12; full professors and department chairs in higher-ed; senior instructional designers, L&D directors, and chief learning officers in corporate; EdTech VP-level roles in tech. Pay scales steeply with credential and tenure in K-12 and higher-ed, more by performance and scope in corporate.

How to compare two education offers

Education offers diverge mostly on track and institution type. For K-12: pay scale plus step (years of service), benefits and pension (still significant in many districts), class size and student-teacher ratio, support staff and resources, school culture, the principal you'd report to, and the actual content area autonomy you'd have. For higher-ed: tenure-track vs adjunct vs lecturer, teaching load, research expectations, departmental funding, location, and the senior faculty you'd be peers with. For corporate L&D and EdTech: comp, growth stage, the actual product or program you'd own, and whether the company values learning outcomes or just learner engagement metrics. WorkWomp's offer comparison handles this kind of multi-variable decision. Save both offers, run the 5-minute values assessment so the scoring weights what actually matters to you, drop in interview notes (resources, culture, leadership), and the breakdown shows which offer wins where.

See how WorkWomp compares offers →

Common questions

  • Do I need a teaching credential to work in education?

    Only for licensed teaching roles. K-12 classroom teaching requires state certification in every US state. Alternative routes (Teach for America, urban teacher residencies, emergency credentials) exist but you'll go through the credential process eventually. Higher-ed faculty roles require a terminal degree (PhD usually, master's for adjuncts and some teaching-track positions) rather than a credential. Corporate L&D, instructional design, EdTech product and engineering, curriculum design, education research, and educational policy roles don't require a teaching credential at all. They value subject matter expertise, instructional design skills, or general business and tech skills. Tutoring and adult education roles vary by platform; some require certification, most don't.

  • Is teaching a sustainable long-term career?

    It can be, but it depends heavily on where you teach. Public-school teachers in high-pay states with strong unions, healthy pensions, and good administrative support build genuinely sustainable careers (30+ years, comfortable retirement). Public-school teachers in low-pay states, under-resourced districts, or with hostile administrators burn out at much higher rates and quit within 5-10 years. The intermediate pattern: many teachers stay 5-10 years and then transition into adjacent roles like curriculum design, instructional design at companies, school counseling, education consulting, EdTech, or school administration. Burnout is a real and well-documented industry problem; pay relative to credential requirements is structurally too low in many states; class sizes and behavioral demands have intensified. None of which means it can't be sustainable for the right person in the right place.

  • What is instructional design and how do I move into it from teaching?

    Instructional design (ID) is the work of designing how people learn something: curriculum structure, lesson sequencing, assessment design, learning experience design, often in a digital format. The field hires from teaching, content design, UX, and corporate training. Teachers transitioning into ID typically start with portfolio projects (redesign a lesson you've taught into a digital module, build a sample course in something like Articulate or Captivate, document your design choices), then pitch yourself for L&D or instructional designer roles. The pay bump from K-12 teaching to corporate L&D is significant ($55-70k → $80-110k+ entry, $130k+ at senior). The trade-off: less direct student impact, more focus on tooling and stakeholder management.

  • What's happening with higher-ed jobs?

    Tightening, especially tenure-track positions. The traditional academic job market has been structurally over-supplied with PhDs relative to tenure-track openings for 15+ years, and recent enrollment declines at small private colleges have accelerated closures and program shutdowns. Adjunct and contingent faculty positions have grown as tenure-track slots have shrunk. The bright spots: applied fields where industry hires aggressively (data science, computing, AI/ML, business), professional master's programs that pay self-sustainable tuition, and community colleges where workforce-aligned programs are growing. PhDs increasingly move into industry rather than academia after graduating. The term 'alt-ac' is widely used now for non-faculty paths.

  • Is AI changing education jobs?

    Compressing the lower-skill content roles and creating new ones at the senior and applied levels. The squeezed roles: basic content writing for educational materials, simple curriculum templating, standard test-item writing, generic e-learning courseware. AI tools can produce competent first drafts of these, and many EdTech companies have cut content-writer headcount accordingly. The roles holding or growing: teachers (AI doesn't replace classroom presence, behavioral management, or relationships with students), instructional designers who can integrate AI into learning experiences thoughtfully, learning experience designers, education researchers studying AI's impact on learning, and policy roles around AI in education. The honest read: if your work in education is producing standardized content from standard inputs, AI is your competition. If your work involves teaching humans, designing learning around human nuance, or shaping policy, you're fine.