A teacher, also called a schoolteacher or formally an educator, is a person who helps students to acquire knowledge, competence or virtue. Informally the role of teacher may be taken on by anyone.

What is the role of an instructor?

Instructors develop individuals' skills and competence, delivering a prescribed curriculum, often within an operational context. ... An Instructor therefore needs a range of teaching skills in addition to relevant occupational and/or technical skills and knowledge.

What is difference between teacher and instructor?

Teacher is a person who is appointed by the management of a school or any other educational institution to teach a given subject to the students. On the other hand, an instructor is appointed by the organizers of training camps or retreats. The job of an instructor is usually not a permanent one.