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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$80K - $95K *

Transform clinical education by designing and implementing innovative training programs. Collaborate with leadership to enhance staff skills, promote evidence-based practices, and ensure exceptional p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Inspire a culture of continuous learning by leading clinical education initiatives, designing innovative training programs, and mentoring staff to enhance patient care and operational efficiency acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive clinical education initiatives by designing and implementing innovative training programs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance staff skills and ensure adherence to best practices...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development of innovative clinical education programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient care through effective training and mentorship, en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of clinical education by leading innovative training programs, mentoring staff, and enhancing patient care quality through evidence-based practices and collaborative initiatives a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate clinical excellence by leading comprehensive education initiatives for staff, driving innovative learning solutions, and promoting best practices to enhance patient care and operational effici...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Elevate client partnerships by leading strategic initiatives, managing cross-channel teams, and driving growth for diverse accounts. Foster collaboration and deliver exceptional results while navigati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of outreach and recruitment by leading strategic initiatives, managing teams, and building partnerships to enhance enrollment efforts across domestic and international markets. Drive...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Optimize outreach and recruitment strategies to enhance enrollment. Lead a dynamic team, manage budgets, and build partnerships in the performing arts community. Drive initiatives that align with inst...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $115K *

Transform student success by leading academic and career readiness initiatives. Oversee programs that enhance engagement, retention, and post-graduation outcomes while fostering collaborative partners...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate clinical standards as a leader in child and adolescent behavioral health. Oversee program development, ensure quality patient care, and guide multidisciplinary teams in delivering trauma-infor...

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

$86K - $101K *

Drive academic excellence by overseeing integrated programs and services, enhancing student experiences, and leading curriculum improvements in a collaborative environment focused on rehabilitation sc...

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

$100K - $104K *

Oversee and enhance program operations, ensuring compliance and quality in service delivery. Lead staff development, manage workflows, and support recovery-oriented services while fostering a culture...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K *

Engage with industry partners and funding agencies to enhance research collaboration. Drive strategic initiatives, build relationships, and connect university capabilities with external opportunities...

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

$90K - $105K *

Drive the strategic oversight of charter school performance and governance, leading a dedicated team to enhance educational access and quality. Utilize data-driven insights to inform decisions on amen...

1 week ago

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

$192K - $240K *

Empower hosts as a champion of educational programs that drive business growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to design and execute globally relevant initiatives that enhance the host journey and ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Lead our Network Engineering team to enhance broadband initiatives, drive client relationships, and ensure operational excellence while fostering team growth and delivering high-quality engineering so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse projects within the Caregiver Support portfolio, ensuring effective stakeholder coordination, training implementation, and operational excellence across multiple in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $210K *

Champion scientific research initiatives by leading the Institute of Coaching's agenda, ensuring rigorous standards and relevance in all scholarly outputs and educational programs, while mentoring tra...

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

$170K - $212K *

Optimize economic development strategies while leading client relationships, business growth, and P&L responsibility. Drive operational excellence and financial targets to enhance community sustainabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Advance global service delivery by managing offshore partnerships, ensuring performance excellence, and driving operational improvements across teams to enhance productivity and quality outcomes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing healthcare projects, overseeing feasibility, design, and construction processes while ensuring budget adherence and client satisfaction through effective collaboration and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to oversee healthcare projects from inception to completion. You will manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships while ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with re...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $275K *

Join us to lead clinical operations for a multi-state virtual care team, ensuring high-quality, timely care. This role combines direct patient care, administrative leadership, and strategic oversight...

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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.

  • 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.