Find and vet the right instructors for your online learning platform. This application form collects everything you need to evaluate a prospective instructor — their subject expertise, proposed course outline, teaching background, and links to existing content — so your team can make informed decisions quickly.
An online course instructor application form is the first filter in building a quality e-learning catalog. Whether you run an open marketplace like Udemy or a curated platform with high editorial standards, the application form is where you set the bar. Collecting structured information upfront — subject expertise, course proposal, credentials, and sample work — lets your team review candidates consistently and at scale, without back-and-forth email exchanges.
This template is designed to surface the information that actually predicts instructor success online: prior content creation experience, the specificity of the proposed course outline, and the depth of their professional background in the subject. A vague course title and a thin bio are early signals; a detailed module outline and a sample video tell you far more. By asking for all of it in one form, you establish a professional standard before the first conversation.
formformform makes it easy to deploy this form on your instructor recruitment page and manage incoming applications from a central dashboard. You get notified on every submission, can export applications to a spreadsheet for batch review, and can update the form fields as your platform's focus evolves — all without touching a line of code.
Screens software engineers and developers applying to teach programming courses, requiring a GitHub profile and sample code repository.
Vets yoga, pilates, and fitness coaches applying to record video class series for a subscription wellness platform.
Evaluates entrepreneurs and executives proposing business strategy and startup courses for a professional development marketplace.
Assesses native speaker credentials, teaching methodology, and language certification for online language tutors.
Identifies internal employees with deep expertise to create eLearning modules for the company's LMS library.
Reviews portfolio quality, software proficiency, and teaching approach for illustrators and designers proposing creative courses.
Verifies clinical credentials and CME accreditation eligibility for physicians proposing continuing medical education content.
Screens CFP, CFA, or CPA exam prep instructors for their pass-rate track record and exam domain coverage plan.
Evaluates active licensees and brokers proposing state-specific pre-licensing or CE courses for an online real estate school.
Reviews professional chef credentials, proposed cuisine specialty, and demonstration video quality for a cooking platform.
Assesses DAW proficiency, discography, and teaching methodology for producers applying to create online music courses.
Screens certified teachers and child development specialists proposing parent education or early literacy online programs.
Reviews penetration testing credentials, relevant certifications (CEH, OSCP), and proposed lab environment design.
Evaluates portfolio, camera equipment, and proposed shooting style or post-production technique for visual arts learners.
Screens SAT, ACT, and AP exam tutors for subject expertise, score improvement track record, and student testimonials.
Click 'Use this template' to set up this form in your free formformform account with all application fields pre-built.
Update the 'Subject Area of Expertise' dropdown to match your platform's specific topic categories.
Add any platform-specific requirements — minimum follower count, required audio/video equipment, revenue share agreement acknowledgment.
Set your team's notification email so applications reach the right reviewer immediately.
Add a confirmation message that sets expectations on review timeline and next steps.
Embed the form on your 'Become an Instructor' landing page or share the direct link in your instructor recruitment outreach.
a one-sentence pitch tells you almost nothing; a rough module breakdown reveals how organized and prepared the applicant is.
watching 5 minutes of an applicant's existing video is more informative than any written description of their teaching style.
assign applications to subject-matter reviewers automatically based on the category selected.
someone can be a world-class practitioner and a poor teacher; evaluate both dimensions independently.
tell applicants exactly how long review takes and what the next step looks like to reduce follow-up inquiries.
a market saturated with beginner content but starved for advanced material is a signal worth acting on.
formformform's current field types include short text, long text, dropdowns, and radio buttons. For document uploads, you can ask applicants to provide a link to a Google Doc, PDF URL, or shared Drive folder in a short text field.
All submissions appear in your formformform dashboard in chronological order. You can also export all responses as a CSV and import them into your own CRM or review spreadsheet.
Absolutely. This form works equally well for internal subject-matter expert identification — just relabel 'Platform' references to your internal program name and adjust the subject area options to your organization's skill categories.
You receive an instant email notification with all their application details. You can also set a custom confirmation message to let applicants know their submission was received and outline the review process.
Yes. You can add a checkbox field with a statement like 'I understand and agree to the platform's instructor revenue share terms' to capture acknowledgment as part of the application.
Enroll learners in online courses and capture their goals and device preferences.
Collect structured feedback from online learners on content, instruction, and experience.
Accept and evaluate speaker proposals for webinars and virtual learning events.
Let employees request training and professional development with a clear business case.
Identify skill gaps and training needs with a structured self or manager assessment.
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