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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$225K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining innovation leadership by overseeing operations, enhancing member experiences, and driving growth within a vibrant ecosystem for life sciences and deep tech startups...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic partnerships to enhance educational and workforce initiatives, fostering collaboration with industry and community partners. Focus on enrollment growth and engagement through innovativ...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead strategic initiatives and manage daily operations, ensuring program goals are met. Collaborate with department staff, oversee performance, and enhance customer service while maintaining complianc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading major-gift strategies that drive philanthropic support for impactful health initiatives. Collaborate with executive leadership to foster donor relationships and implemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$71K - $114K *

Transform global health initiatives by managing diverse programs across multiple countries, ensuring compliance and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance maternal and child health outcomes in fra...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management across a multi-site franchise system. Lead a high-performing team to enhance safety standards and foster a nurtu...

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

$192K - $225K *

Empower cross-functional teams to enhance project execution while driving performance standards. Lead staffing, resource planning, and development initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and cont...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic leadership for campus IT services, enhancing user experiences through innovative technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and continuous imp...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative IT services that enhance campus experiences. Lead strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and drive operational excellence to support the university's mission in teac...

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

$75K - $110K *

Empower personalized learning as a special educator, guiding a middle school student with unique needs. Collaborate with families and teams to design adaptive, multi-sensory instruction that fosters g...

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

$115K - $130K *

Drive impactful research and partnerships in democracy studies, blending math, law, and policy. Lead a dynamic team, manage fundraising, and engage with diverse stakeholders to translate academic insi...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Drive impactful research and partnerships in democracy, overseeing operations, fundraising, and public engagement. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate academic findings into actionable...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a dedicated team to oversee nursing personnel, ensuring quality care and compliance with standards. Lead infection prevention initiatives while fostering a supportive environment for staff develo...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping government affairs and public policy strategies. Collaborate with executive leadership to influence legislative environments and strengthen funding across multiple states, w...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Transform revenue performance by leading and developing a team of Account Managers to achieve portfolio growth through effective renewal and expansion strategies, fostering consultative selling, and m...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Drive revenue growth as you lead a dynamic team of Account Managers, ensuring portfolio health and strategic expansion within a diverse range of customers. Your leadership will facilitate disciplined...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional pediatric therapy services while mentoring clinical staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing client care through effective management and oversight of operat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of clinical operations, ensuring high-quality services and compliance while mentoring staff and managing client progress. Collaborate with HR to attract talent and maintain effective tr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Lead the charge in coordinating governance activities and strategic projects, ensuring efficient communication and administrative processes across the organization. Collaborate with executives and boa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower student success by leading programs and services, advising on academic policies, and fostering a supportive environment for graduate students. Collaborate with faculty and administration to en...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform the Special Education landscape for grades 6-12 by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and fostering an inclusive culture that prioritizes student growth and achievement. Drive pr...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion data strategy and performance management, leading cross-portfolio initiatives to enhance data governance, analytics, and decision-making, while fostering organizational capacity and driving i...

6 days ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Champion the operational lifecycle of Advisory Committees, ensuring seamless recruitment, meeting logistics, and financial coordination. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes an...

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

$120K - $150K *

Elevate fundraising efforts by providing strategic guidance and leadership, enhancing donor engagement, and driving operational efficiency to support the University’s mission and goals...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring timely deliveries and exceptional service. Drive performance and efficiency in a fast-paced environment while managing logistics, inventory...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.