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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$96K - $143K *

Partner with us to lead and enhance pediatric hospice services, fostering relationships with healthcare providers while ensuring exceptional patient care and operational excellence across our service...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $97K *

Lead and execute strategic fundraising initiatives to enhance philanthropic support, cultivate donor relationships, and maximize major gifts for the School of Education & Human Development, driving im...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Humanities education by driving strategic initiatives, managing a collaborative team, and aligning district-wide goals for literacy and social science to enhan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the Department of Humanities by leading strategic initiatives and team development, ensuring alignment with district goals while fostering collaboration and improving student outcomes through...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing psychiatric services through leadership, clinical care, and collaboration. Drive impactful change while overseeing medical operations and providing expert psy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $87K *

Drive equitable access to post-secondary education by overseeing the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center, managing staff, budgets, and program implementation while fostering community partnerships and...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Help us elevate strategic communications by leading initiatives that strengthen visibility, align messaging with priorities, and engage diverse audiences, while managing a team and collaborating acros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion project execution and bid preparation, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to manage costs and deadlines while fostering customer satisfaction and mentoring staff...

Delta, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee multiple construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders while driving project success through effective leadersh...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $215K *

Drive strategic paid search and video initiatives, managing significant budgets and agency relationships. Serve as a key individual contributor, providing insights to executives while innovating acros...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape K-12 educational environments by leading complex projects, fostering collaboration, managing budgets, and ensuring design excellence to enhance learning experiences and outcomes across multiple...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex K-12 Education projects, ensuring design excellence, timely delivery, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with a diverse team to exceed client expectations while maintaining budgets an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing 24/7 outreach operations to combat street homelessness. Collaborate with community stakeholders, manage staff, and implement best practices for housing placements in Manh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and direction of a new online MEd program, overseeing curriculum, faculty, and student engagement while driving recruitment and assessment initiatives to ensure program success an...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $140K *

Elevate early education programs by providing operational leadership, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development across multiple sites to deliver high-quality services to children and famili...

1 week ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Oversee and innovate executive development initiatives, enhancing leadership capabilities for Meta's senior leaders. Anticipate needs and design impactful programs to facilitate growth amidst organiza...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping executive development for senior leaders. Design innovative programs that enhance leadership skills, facilitate deep engagements, and integrate cutting-edge research to ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Execute a diverse range of auxiliary and summer programs, fostering community engagement and delivering enriching experiences for students, parents, and staff in a dynamic school environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

The Technology Director is responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems across the district. This role involves providin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

The Technology Director is responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems across the district. This role involves providin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Pioneer new heights in teaching and learning by coordinating faculty development and overseeing accreditation processes, ensuring excellence and compliance across academic programs while fostering col...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$87K *

Support the Program Director in managing program activities, focusing on grants, performance outcomes, and staff development to ensure optimal service delivery and compliance with standards...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K *

Drive impactful program management by supporting leadership in achieving performance goals, overseeing quality assurance, and enhancing staff development. Collaborate on special initiatives and ensure...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K *

Partner with us to enhance program delivery and staff development, ensuring compliance and performance goals are met while fostering strong partnerships and effective communication across teams...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K *

Shape program success by supporting leadership in managing initiatives, enhancing staff development, and ensuring compliance with performance standards. Collaborate with teams to optimize service deli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.

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