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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$156K - $185K *

Transform the future of education by leading the School of Liberal Arts and Education. Drive academic excellence, foster community relations, and implement innovative programs to elevate the instituti...

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

$95K - $100K *

Advance community success by leading operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of excellence. Drive resident care, financial performance, and team development while building strong exte...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development and execution of HEDIS strategies to enhance quality performance across all business lines, focusing on Medicare Advantage Stars. Drive cross-functional collaboration and oversee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing coalition and advocacy strategies, ensuring timely delivery of materials and logistics for congressional and state leader engagements while managing multiple...

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

$172K - $250K *

Empower the Defense Innovation Unit by providing strategic leadership, overseeing operations, and fostering partnerships. Drive the advancement of defense-related initiatives, aligning innovation capa...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring adherence to legal standards, and protecting privacy rights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of et...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage Behavioral Health programs, guiding Program Directors in regulatory compliance and best practices. Drive initiatives, enhance leadership skills, and ensure opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $128K *

Transform family engagement in early childhood education by leading a dedicated team, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration with internal and external partners to enhance support...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive academic excellence by leading curriculum development, teacher evaluation, and professional learning initiatives. Collaborate with staff to enhance instructional practices and ensure alignment w...

2 days ago

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

$90K *

Shape the future of public housing management by leading diverse teams, enhancing resident satisfaction, and driving operational excellence across multiple properties. Your strategic vision will ensur...

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

$113K *

Join our team as a strategic leader in behavioral health services, focusing on program development and compliance while ensuring quality care for a diverse patient population across multiple clinic lo...

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

$76K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer education through innovative instructional design. Leverage your expertise to create engaging learning experiences that empower users and drive succes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform operations by optimizing systems and processes to enhance sales and marketing effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring operational reliability and...

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

$110K - $125K *

Transform parent engagement by serving as the primary liaison for the Parents Association, fostering collaboration, continuity, and community-building across all school divisions and events...

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

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Project Management team to enhance agency workflows, drive efficiency, and foster collaboration across departments, ensuring high-quality deliverables from planni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$133K - $150K *

Deliver a competitive total rewards program that attracts and retains talent. Oversee compensation, benefits, and compliance to ensure alignment with market standards and government regulations while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform customer engagement by leading innovative events and experiences. Oversee strategic direction, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer relationships and sup...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the full lifecycle of commercial real estate investments, managing acquisitions, development, and leasing across diverse asset classes. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and...

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive Title IX compliance and equity initiatives, oversee investigations, and enhance campus resources. Collaborate across departments to ensure fair processes and promote a safe environment for all u...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that oversees the operations of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care setting. Drive service excellence through efficient foodservice management, promote team development, and enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Innovate strategies for enrollment management and student success to enhance access, retention, and achievement across diverse student populations, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and comm...

3 weeks ago

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

$247K - $427K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading medical services, ensuring quality care, and driving innovative programs for cost-effective solutions across a vast client base. Collaborate with clinical tea...

3 days ago

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

$247K - $427K *

Champion innovative healthcare solutions by leading medical services administration, ensuring quality and cost-effective care for millions. Collaborate with clients and clinical teams to enhance opera...

3 days ago

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

$247K - $427K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead medical services, ensuring quality care for millions. Drive innovative programs, provide clinical consultation, and enhance operational strategies within a major health...

3 days ago

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

$247K - $427K *

Lead the administration of medical services, ensuring quality care for millions. Collaborate with clients to enhance clinical operations and drive innovative solutions in a virtual environment, while...

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  •   8 - 10 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.

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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.