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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$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative learning design by leading teams to create high-quality educational experiences in Health Sciences, collaborating with faculty and stakeholders to enhance instructional strategies...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead impactful youth development programs by overseeing operations, staff training, and community engagement. Collaborate with leaders to enhance program quality and ensure compliance with health and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $113K *

Transform student and alumnae career development by leading advising and program initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance resources and events, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fost...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $113K *

Accelerate progress at advising and programming initiatives, overseeing strategic planning and execution to support students and alumnae in career development and graduate school advising, while foste...

2 weeks ago

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

$127K - $139K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in corporate relations, driving partnerships that enhance funding and support for scholars. Collaborate cross-functionally to expand impact and ensure finan...

2 weeks ago

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

$127K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to cultivating corporate partnerships that drive funding and support for scholars. This strategic role blends relationship management with innovative fundraising to enhanc...

2 weeks ago

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

$109K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving corporate partnerships to enhance our mission. This strategic role blends fundraising expertise with relationship management to expand our impact and ensure financial sustai...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading HR initiatives that enhance recruitment, employee engagement, and operational efficiency in a dynamic nursing home environment. Drive programs that support staff retention...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic fundraising initiatives that cultivate donor relationships and enhance philanthropic support for academic programs, while collaborating with diverse stakeholders...

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform HR operations by leading recruitment, enhancing employee engagement, and managing performance programs. Drive a supportive environment that fosters growth and retention while ensuring smooth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career by leading cross-functional projects and building relationships with healthcare professionals. Bring your project management skills to ensure timely completion of initiatives th...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$71K - $90K *

Support the execution of diverse medical education programs by coordinating logistics, ensuring compliance, and facilitating key relationships, while delivering high-quality on-site assistance during...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic and operational initiatives for a research center, ensuring efficient administration, financial management, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance research productivit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, multi-institutional programs, ensuring successful execution and delivery of grant-funded software development initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to...

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

$154K - $204K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading innovative risk adjustment programs that enhance provider engagement and improve patient outcomes through proactive, data-driven strategies and seamless EHR i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform renewable energy and data center projects from site selection to commercialization. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and engage with utilities to drive successful outcomes in the...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $130K *

Reimagine operations by leading our packaging and kitting teams to double revenue while enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and develop talent to create meaningful work experi...

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

$125K - $130K *

Grow your career with a transformative operations leadership role focused on scaling packaging and kitting operations while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team to drive meaningful ch...

Today

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

$125K - $130K *

Transform operations by scaling packaging from $5M to $10M while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team, optimize ERP systems, and create meaningful work experiences for individuals wit...

Today

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

$125K - $130K *

Lead our operations team to scale packaging and kitting from $5M to $10M, enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and optimize our ERP system while fostering meaningful work exper...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the daily operations of a community, ensuring exceptional service and holistic care. Oversee budgeting, staffing, and hospitality services while fostering a culture of wellbeing and teamwork amon...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading day-to-day accounting, optimizing processes, and ensuring audit readiness. Collaborate with teams to enhance data governance and support scalable growth while...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of fundraising by leading strategic initiatives to achieve $2-3 million in annual revenue. This hands-on role involves cultivating major donor relationships, overseeing development st...

4 weeks ago

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

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.