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Instructor/Trainer in Sacramento, CA

Instructor/Trainer Job Description

Candidates for an instructor/trainer position require a combination of in-depth subject-matter expertise and excellent communication and presentation skills. They must be able to explain difficult technical material clearly and patiently to students with varying levels of proficiency. Candidates should be outgoing and comfortable working with diverse groups of people while maintaining professionalism at all times. A bachelor’s degree in a related subject area may be preferred by some employers. Breadth of technical knowledge and at least one year of training experience also are required. Certification, such as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) designation, can also be useful.

Typical instructor/trainer duties:

Determining training objectives and developing a course curriculumCreating course materials, handouts, instructional aids, audio/visual materials and similar teaching aidsConducting classroom trainingTesting and evaluating student performance

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Salary for Instructor/Trainer in Sacramento, CA
79800 - 112860
Low
79800
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
96045
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
112860
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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