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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$140K - $145K *

Lead the development and management of a comprehensive data protection and privacy program, ensuring compliance with global privacy laws while collaborating with cross-functional teams to promote priv...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing educational excellence for English Learners through strategic development and implementation of robust instructional programs, while fostering educator collaboration and c...

1 month ago

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

$74K - $92K *

Grow your impact by leading Human Resources, Finance, and Operations to ensure organizational sustainability while nurturing a dedicated team and optimizing resources for maximum effectiveness and ali...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead educational programs, enhance student success, and drive curriculum innovation while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration within the institution and with communi...

3 weeks ago

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

$98K - $154K *

Partner with us to enhance Delaware's education funding system by leading implementation strategies, engaging stakeholders, and translating policy into actionable plans that promote equity and transpa...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join us to enhance pediatric care in a community health clinic, providing exceptional medical services while overseeing clinician performance, improving workflows, and ensuring high standards of patie...

Reposted yesterday

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

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of higher education by identifying funding opportunities, managing grants, and fostering partnerships. Leverage your expertise to advance strategic goals and enhance upward mobility t...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation by leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver impactful solutions that align with organizational goals and foster gr...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Empower our mission by leading development strategies to enhance fundraising efforts. Drive individual giving and institutional partnerships while managing a dedicated team to achieve ambitious revenu...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of transformative initiatives in higher education, serving as a trusted expert and strategic advisor. Drive top-of-funnel growth, enhance institutional partnerships, and elevate academi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform product strategy into market-ready offerings, ensuring clarity, value, and delivery standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client and member experiences while managing pricing...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead and scale a vital donor engagement initiative, enhancing philanthropic support and advancing educational access for underserved communities through strategic relationship management and innovativ...

3 days ago

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

$90K *

Shape the future of youth services as a Program Director, overseeing operations, staff leadership, and compliance to ensure quality care and positive outcomes in a supportive environment. Lead with co...

1 week ago

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

$90K *

Lead daily operations at a youth assessment center, ensuring compliance, quality services, and effective staff management. Foster a safe, trauma-responsive environment while promoting positive outcome...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of healthcare education by leading the development and launch of a new Physician Assistant program. Drive strategic vision, ensure accreditation compliance, and foster student suc...

Yesterday

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

$111K - $139K *

Join a team that's shaping organizational strategy and governance. You'll partner with leadership to manage critical initiatives, oversee board operations, and enhance communication, driving impactful...

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Transform educational experiences by leading innovative technology initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic partnerships and digital products that enhance PragerU's ed...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Transform organizational learning by designing and implementing innovative education programs that enhance professional development and align with strategic goals, while overseeing essential training...

Today

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

$87K - $93K *

Join a dynamic Systems Team to manage cross-functional technical projects, ensuring effective delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while driving process improvements and collaboration across teams to...

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $93K *

Join us to pioneer the Bethel Institute for Business Engagement, connecting students with industry leaders while fostering experiential learning, professional development, and community investment in...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Oversee and enhance academic advising services for undergraduate students, leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with policies and promote student success through innovative programs and effec...

Today

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

$101K - $125K *

Contribute to strategic leadership and operational success in a donor-funded program dedicated to ensuring free information flow in challenging environments. Lead diverse teams, manage budgets, and bu...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $86K *

Transform the landscape of data management and research by enabling accurate reporting and compliance. Lead a team in driving strategic data initiatives and maintain robust governance standards to sup...

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

$190K - $240K *

Elevate healthcare impact by building and scaling enterprise accounts in women's health. Own the sales cycle, engage stakeholders, and drive screening initiatives while collaborating across teams to e...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate curriculum strategy and analytics to drive academic excellence, enhance learner outcomes, and support data-informed decision-making in collaboration with university partners and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

4 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.