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 *

Elevate patient care by leading our Patient Navigation Program. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance access, improve experiences, and optimize performance across services while collaborating with di...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Lead a university-wide alumni engagement program, enhancing lifelong connections through strategy, oversight, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders to drive participation, philanthropy, and effe...

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

$68K - $96K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic communications and project management in the healthcare sector. Drive results through collaboration, financial oversight, and mentorship while stayi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $96K *

Lead the charge in client relationships and project management, ensuring strategic communications and financial performance in the healthcare sector while mentoring junior staff and driving results ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead and shape innovative policy advocacy strategies that drive community impact. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance grantmaking and advance critical legislative priorities ac...

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

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in driving business growth by developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions for federal clients, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional res...

United StatesRemote

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

$120K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...

Delta, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Explore your potential as a Project Manager, leading construction initiatives while ensuring quality, safety, and innovation. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver projects on time and within budg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$123K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic and operational excellence for a network of physician-partnered endoscopy ambulatory surgery centers, ensuring high-quality care and efficient operations while driving fut...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion organizational growth by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing community partnerships, and enhancing data governance to support sustainable funding and impactful health outcomes for the C...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Inspire a love for learning as you lead a dedicated team, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. Oversee curriculum implementation and foster community relationships to enhance educational experien...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Transform the educational landscape by leading a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality learning experiences, and implementing a Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum that fosters curiosity and growth in c...

2 weeks ago

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

$91K *

Take ownership of operational and administrative leadership, driving clinical quality, accreditation compliance, and positive community health changes. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance health...

3 weeks ago

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

$144K - $205K *

Elevate the quality and impact of AP Social Science courses by leading a diverse team, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring assessment integrity. Collaborate across departments to enhance stude...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$113K - $141K *

Elevate online student recruitment by driving strategic enrollment initiatives, leading a high-performing team, and implementing innovative marketing strategies to achieve ambitious goals and enhance...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of individual philanthropy by leading a dynamic team to innovate fundraising strategies, enhance donor engagement, and drive revenue growth, ensuring a robust pipeline of annual and m...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative individual giving strategies, leading a dynamic team to enhance donor engagement and maximize revenue. Oversee annual fund initiatives and cultivate relationships with donors to achie...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic oversight of a key 340B Program, ensuring compliance and driving operational improvements across multiple sites to enhance patient access and program success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$127K - $162K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth through innovative funding models. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to enhance organizational impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics in child welfare. Lead strategic initiatives, manage large datasets, and drive impactful insights to enhance service delivery and outcomes for stakeholders...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community health through strategic leadership in prevention programs. Drive initiatives addressing childhood obesity, injury prevention, and mental health whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $299K *

Champion the development and scalability of enablement programs across GTM teams, leading a dedicated team of 11 to enhance onboarding and employee experience while driving measurable business outcome...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $100K *

Lead the charge in guiding high school students toward achieving their college and career aspirations, while managing a dynamic team to meet annual college match and matriculation goals effectively ac...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Drive the evolution of clinical products by leading EHR initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and guiding impactful roadmaps that enhance software for home-based care delivery and clinician wo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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