Director of Education Jobs

Explore Director of Education opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of education shape learning strategies, guide academic and training programs, and lead teams that support student or workforce outcomes. Openings may be available at schools, colleges, education companies, nonprofits, and corporate learning organizations.

What Does a Director of Education Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but often include setting educational goals, overseeing curriculum and program development, managing budgets and teams, evaluating learning outcomes, and ensuring programs meet applicable standards. Directors may work with educators, administrators, executives, students, families, or community partners to improve access and results.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experienced leaders with strong communication, strategic planning, program management, and analytical skills. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a relevant graduate degree, teaching or administrative experience, expertise in curriculum or instructional design, and familiarity with accreditation, education policy, or learning technologies.

Explore Director of Education Opportunities

Use Ladders to discover Director of Education and related senior education leadership jobs. Compare role requirements, compensation information, and organizational priorities to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$154K - $181K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$144K - $205K *

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $175K *

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$80K - $135K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$157K - $262K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $145K *

Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate the growth strategy for our impact-driven organization, leading teams in expanding revenue while effectively enhancing patient engagement and outcomes in underserved communities. Drive measur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

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$204K - $250K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Innovate medical education programs for healthcare professionals, ensuring effective training on cardiovascular devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance learning experiences and maintain hig...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $177K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $321K *

Join a team that's redefining global Learning Services strategy and execution. Lead a multidisciplinary group to modernize digital learning, enhance customer engagement, and drive business growth thro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $199K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$354K - $416K *

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$164K - $180K *

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Washington DC, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $170K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $216K *

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Education do?question toggle

    A Director of Education leads educational programs and teams. Typical responsibilities include setting program strategy, overseeing curriculum and instruction, managing budgets, assessing outcomes, and supporting compliance with relevant standards.

  • What qualifications are needed for Director of Education jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and setting. Many roles seek substantial education or program leadership experience, strong management and communication skills, and sometimes a relevant graduate degree or experience with curriculum, instructional design, or accreditation.

  • Where do Directors of Education work?question toggle

    Directors of Education may work in K–12 schools, colleges and universities, nonprofits, education companies, government organizations, or corporate learning and development departments.

  • How much do Director of Education jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies with location, organization, responsibilities, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • How can I find Director of Education jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Director of Education listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to find roles that fit your background.