Education & TrainingMid level / Supervisor · 3–5 yearsIn demand for remote work
Designs courses, lessons and e-learning materials.
Steps to become an Instructional Designer
- FI Instructional Design Professional Diploma · 720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
- FI Assessment & Learning Support Professional Diploma · 720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
- FI PEDAP: turn your work experience into an FI diploma Pathway · ₱8,500
FI diplomas and certifications are skills-training credentials, not TESDA NCs, CHED degrees or PRC licences.
Pay guide
- Mid level / supervisor: about ₱30,000–₱60,000 a month.
- Teacher I (public, entry): ₱31,705–₱33,611 (kareera.co)
- Teacher II (public): ₱33,947–₱35,850 (kareera.co)
A guide, not a job offer. Overseas pay is usually higher.
Ways to work
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Remote / work from home
- Overseas contract (OFW)
Online tutoring and ESL teaching are fully remote.
Career ladder in Education & Training
- Starting out (No work experience): Teacher's Aide · Tutor
- Entry level (0–2 years): Online ESL Teacher · Online Tutor · Teaching Assistant · Trainer
- Mid level / Supervisor (3–5 years): Instructional Designer · Licensed Teacher
- Senior / Manager (6–10 years): Academic Coordinator · Head Teacher · Training Manager
- Executive (10+ years): School Director · School Principal
Changing careers or starting a business?
Good for anyone with a degree and strong English. Business idea: Your own tutorial or training centre. See the business roadmap · Earn a degree from your experience (ETEEAP)
Questions
What does an Instructional Designer do?
Designs courses, lessons and e-learning materials.
How do I become an Instructional Designer?
Follow the steps on this page: the FI courses for this level. Build your free roadmap and track every step in My FI.
Can I work as an Instructional Designer abroad or from home?
In demand for remote work. Remote work is possible for this role. Work abroad only through DMW-licensed agencies or direct employers.