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 - $97K *

Elevate clinical excellence by mentoring a dedicated team and driving operational success. Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure effective ABA service delivery and foster continuous developmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $97K *

Lead clinical excellence and operational success by mentoring BCBAs, overseeing ABA programs, and ensuring high-quality service delivery, while fostering team growth and implementing strategies for co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing clinical talent and driving operational excellence. Play a key role in leading ABA services, mentoring clinicians, and ensuring high-quality care and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $82K *

Transform student experiences by leading a dynamic team focused on seamless support services across multiple campuses. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance access, retention, and success for diverse...

Yesterday

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive the future of managed care analytics by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing payer contracts, and enhancing financial performance across the health system. Collaborate with executives to ac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the development and management of outpatient services, ensuring compliance and program effectiveness. Collaborate with clinical staff to enhance patient care and operational efficiency while driv...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Drive exceptional clinical care for veterans through diagnosis, treatment, and oversight while fostering collaborative relationships. Achieve clinical excellence by adhering to guidelines and ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Make your mark at a mission-driven clinic focused on delivering exceptional care to veterans. You'll provide direct clinical support, oversee patient care quality, and collaborate with VA partners to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in expanding and optimizing a statewide clinical placement system, fostering partnerships with healthcare providers and educational institutions to enhance California's healthcare work...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $225K *

Advance nursing education by overseeing program development, ensuring compliance, and fostering partnerships. Lead faculty recruitment, manage clinical evaluations, and support student success through...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the development and management of nursing programs, ensuring compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards while fostering educational partnerships and enhancing student experi...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Deliver impactful aerospace projects by managing program teams through to hardware delivery. Collaborate closely with customers and lead cross-functional resources, ensuring all commitments align with...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Lead the strategy and performance of Epic revenue cycle applications, guiding a team to optimize solutions that align with organizational goals. Collaborate with leadership to shape technology roadmap...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Lead transformative mental health services by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and clients. Drive program success through effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading payor contracting strategies, driving value-based initiatives, and fostering partnerships across multiple markets. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance bus...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative education programs, enhancing academic partnerships and lesson plans. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to support strategic deterrence and global operations, ensuring missio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that's leading provider enrollment operations, ensuring timely onboarding, compliance, and accuracy. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency across networks while co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance teaching and learning services, fostering collaboration across departments to promote information literacy and student engagement, while shaping the future of library pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare quality by leading accreditation efforts and driving performance improvement initiatives. Oversee compliance with NCQA standards and regulatory requirements while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Quality Management Program, ensuring NCQA accreditation and regulatory compliance while driving performance improvement initiatives across health...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $86K *

Pioneer healthcare workforce solutions by managing rural health initiatives, overseeing funding, and enhancing educational programs. Lead statewide partnerships to address workforce challenges, ensuri...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $125K *

Take ownership of the scheduling and logistics for the President, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. Lead intake processes, manage communications, and oversee event preparations to max...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in data governance and AI enablement, overseeing a team of analysts while driving standards and quality practices. Balance hands-on analytics with strategic leadership to enhance data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Empower nursing and personal care services through leadership, ensuring compliance with standards and enhancing resident care quality. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive operational exc...

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

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.