Instructional Coordinators

Instructional Coordinators score 49 out of 100, which is elevated exposure to AI. That ranks #264 of 923 US occupations, where #1 is the most exposed. Of the 30 tasks in this job, AI could speed up 6 on its own and 20 more with extra software built on top of it. In April–May 2026, 19 of these tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant.

49/ 100

Elevated

Rank: #264of 923 jobs
US workers: 227,760BLS, May 2025
Median pay: $77,440a year
In real AI use: 19 of 30tasks, April–May 2026

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Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

AI can speed this up on its own: 6 (20%)
AI can speed this up with extra software: 20 (67%)
Little or no AI speed-up: 4 (13%)

Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
Prepare or approve manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task
Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
Develop instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts, or examinations.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
Develop master course documentation or manuals according to applicable accreditation, certification, or other requirements.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
Edit instructional materials, such as books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides, and tests.AI can speed this up on its own · Seen in real AI use
Advise teaching and administrative staff in curriculum development, use of materials and equipment, and implementation of state and federal programs and procedures.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
Advise and teach students.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
Recommend, order, or authorize purchase of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and visual aids designed to meet student educational needs and district standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
Update the content of educational programs to ensure that students are being trained with equipment and processes that are technologically current.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
Research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
Prepare grant proposals, budgets, and program policies and goals or assist in their preparation.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
Coordinate activities of workers engaged in cataloging, distributing, and maintaining educational materials and equipment in curriculum libraries and laboratories.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
Adapt instructional content or delivery methods for different levels or types of learners.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Analyze performance data to determine effectiveness of instructional systems, courses, or instructional materials.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Assess effectiveness and efficiency of instruction according to ease of instructional technology use and student learning, knowledge transfer, and satisfaction.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Conduct needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to develop the basis for curriculum development or to update curricula.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Design instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Design learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Develop measurement tools to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction or training interventions.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Interview subject-matter experts or conduct other research to develop instructional content.AI can speed this up with extra software
Present and make recommendations regarding course design, technology, and instruction delivery options.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Provide analytical support for the design and development of training curricula, learning strategies, educational policies, or courseware standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Recommend changes to curricula or delivery methods, based on information such as instructional effectiveness data, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and costs.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies or methods.AI can speed this up with extra software
Teach instructors to use instructional technology or to integrate technology with teaching.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
Address public audiences to explain program objectives and to elicit support.Little or no AI speed-up · core task

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Questions about instructional coordinators and AI

Will AI replace instructional coordinators?

Not entirely. Parts of the job are likely to change as AI takes over routine tasks. Instructional Coordinators score 49 out of 100 (elevated exposure), #264 of 923 US jobs. AI could speed up 26 of the job's 30 tasks, 6 of them on its own, while 4 see little or no speed-up. Exposure means the work is likely to change, not that the job will disappear.

Which instructional coordinators tasks can AI do?

The most exposed tasks include "Interpret and enforce provisions of state education codes and rules and regulations of state education boards"; "Prepare or approve manuals, guidelines, and reports on state educational policies and practices for distribution to school districts"; "Define instructional, learning, or performance objectives".

Which instructional coordinators tasks are hardest for AI?

Tasks with little or no AI speed-up include "Observe work of teaching staff to evaluate performance and to recommend changes that could strengthen teaching skills"; "Plan and conduct teacher training programs and conferences dealing with new classroom procedures, instructional materials and equipment, and teaching aids"; "Conduct or participate in workshops, committees, and conferences designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students".

Are people already using AI for this work?

Yes. In April–May 2026, 19 of the 30 tasks showed up in real conversations with Claude, according to the Anthropic Economic Index.

How many people work as instructional coordinators, and what do they earn?

About 227,760 people in the US, with median pay of $77,440 a year (BLS, May 2025).

How to read this score. Exposure measures how much of the work AI could speed up, not whether the job will disappear. A highly exposed job can change shape, with people spending less time on routine tasks and more on the rest. The score counts tasks AI can speed up on its own in full, and tasks that need extra software at half weight.

The ratings come from published research based on GPT-4 (2023). To show what's happening now, each task is also checked against the latest Anthropic Economic Index, which records which tasks people actually use AI for. That data is refreshed automatically when Anthropic publishes a new release. Read the full method.