Job Title: Firearms Instructor
Company: Florida Defensive Training
Location: South Florida (Miami & Broward)
Position Type: Part-Time / Full-Time (based on qualifications)
Company: Florida Defensive Training
Location: South Florida (Miami & Broward)
Position Type: Part-Time / Full-Time (based on qualifications)
About Florida Defensive Training
Florida Defensive Training is a premier training facility focused on the full spectrum of defensive training. Our programs integrate firearms, combatives, medical, legal, and fitness to prepare individuals for real-world situations. We train civilians, security professionals, and law enforcement using a practical, performance-based approach.
Position Overview
We are seeking a professional and experienced Firearms Instructor to join our team. This role focuses on delivering safe, structured, and real-world applicable firearms training, ranging from foundational skills to advanced defensive applications.
Responsibilities
- Conduct firearms training (dry fire & live fire) for all skill levels
- Teach core fundamentals: safety, marksmanship, weapon handling, and decision-making
- Lead drills involving holster draw, reloads, malfunctions, movement, and defensive scenarios
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols at all times
- Assist with course development aligned with FDT’s training system.
- Evaluate student performance and provide actionable feedback.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in firearms instruction (civilian, law enforcement, or military)
- Strong understanding of firearms safety and range operations
- Ability to teach clearly, confidently, and professionally
- Relevant certifications preferred (NRA, law enforcement, military, etc.)
- Experience running both flat range and dynamic training preferred
Additional Opportunities
Instructors with additional backgrounds may qualify for expanded roles and increased hours, including:
- Combatives / defensive tactics
- Medical training (TCCC, First Aid, etc.)
- Jiu-Jitsu or grappling instruction
- Strength & conditioning/fitness coaching
Compensation & Schedule
- Starting at $25 per hour
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Part-Time and Full-Time positions available
- Flexible scheduling with consistent class opportunities
Why Join Us
- Train in a high-level, real-world-focused environment
- Work alongside instructors across multiple disciplines.
- Opportunity to grow within a complete defensive training system
- Play a direct role in developing capable, responsible shooters.
To Apply:
Submit your resume along with your certifications and a summary of your instructional experience. Include any additional skill sets for expanded opportunities.
Submit your resume along with your certifications and a summary of your instructional experience. Include any additional skill sets for expanded opportunities.
Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
About Us
Our Mission is to empower civilians with the knowledge and skills to overcome life-threatening scenarios that will increase their survivability.
Our goal at Florida Defensive Training is to impact 50,000 lives that could one day strengthen our communities and keep our neighborhoods safe by providing the most realistic up-to-date firearms and self-defense training available.
Our goal at Florida Defensive Training is to impact 50,000 lives that could one day strengthen our communities and keep our neighborhoods safe by providing the most realistic up-to-date firearms and self-defense training available.
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