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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$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence in care management by leading multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance, and driving impactful healthcare outcomes across diverse clinical programs and initiatives...

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

$199K - $240K *

Innovate your career by leading HR technology and analytics initiatives. Drive strategic workforce insights, enhance HR operations, and ensure data integrity while collaborating with senior leaders to...

1 week ago

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

$199K - $240K *

Help us drive HR innovation by leading our People Intelligence & Technology initiatives. You'll oversee HRIS, analytics, and reporting, ensuring data integrity and compliance while enhancing user expe...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $95K *

Manage and oversee clinical support teams, ensuring adherence to policies, optimizing training outcomes, and maintaining high-quality client care while fostering effective communication across departm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead operational analysis for ice and snow products, ensuring quality and timely delivery of environmental intelligence services for critical maritime operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance out...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $225K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the development of skills and leadership capabilities across the organization, ensuring employees are equipped for current and future challenges through inn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Engage in building a robust learning and leadership development strategy that enhances employee capabilities, fosters a culture of continuous learning, and prepares leaders for future challenges acros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $102K *

Join our team to enhance operational efficiency through project management, Salesforce support, and talent development. Collaborate across functions to drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture...

3 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Manage and elevate large-scale programs by inspiring staff and collaborating with stakeholders, all while ensuring operational efficiency, financial soundness, and impactful service delivery across di...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and innovate in overseeing complex program operations, fostering stakeholder relationships, and driving program efficiencies to fulfill organizational mission and goals across multiple regions wh...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance impactful community programs by leading day-to-day operations and stakeholder relationships. Drive strategic planning and financial oversight to ensure service delivery aligns with organizatio...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a visionary leader to drive impactful, large-scale programs that transform lives, overseeing diverse operations, fostering stakeholder relationships, and ensuring financial sustainability ac...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Optimize regional program services by leading operational strategy, stakeholder engagement, and financial oversight while fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organizational goals to en...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical operations, ensuring high-quality resident care and compliance with regulations while fostering team engagement and development. Drive excellence in service delive...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic philanthropic initiatives, overseeing data management, and enhancing fundraising operations. Collaborate with university leadership to drive innovative solutio...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that drives foundation donor engagement and fundraising efforts. Collaborate across departments to achieve annual revenue goals and support diverse programs throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$87K - $135K *

Drive admissions success by cultivating relationships, coordinating referrals, and promoting the facility. Lead tours, process patient intakes, and ensure seamless communication among all stakeholders...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $115K *

Drive admissions success by cultivating relationships and managing referrals. Oversee facility tours and admissions processes, ensuring efficient coordination with healthcare providers and maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $100K *

Inspire growth by leading admissions processes and building referral networks. Your role will enhance relationships, foster connections, and ensure seamless coordination between stakeholders in a thri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform organizational learning by leading and implementing strategic development programs. Champion adult learning principles and foster collaboration across teams to enhance member capabilities an...

3 weeks ago

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

$94K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing special education services by analyzing needs, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with state and federal mandates. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve educati...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving research innovation by developing strategic partnerships, securing funding, and managing interdisciplinary projects to enhance the growth and impact of advanced scientific i...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing physician education programs that enhance scientific knowledge of cardiovascular therapies and ensure effective learning experiences for healthcare professio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead and inspire a talented team to shape fundraising and communications strategies, manage a major gifts portfolio, and elevate the organization’s presence in the community while driving growth and a...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead strategic fundraising and communications initiatives, manage a dedicated team, and shape organizational growth while enhancing community engagement and promoting the mission in the humanities sec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.