Education Director Jobs

Explore Education Director jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead academic programs, shape learning strategies, and guide education teams. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find senior roles that match your leadership experience and career goals.

What Does an Education Director Do?

Education Directors oversee programs and operations that support learning and educational outcomes. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include developing curriculum, managing budgets, supervising staff, evaluating program performance, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, and collaborating with educators, administrators, families, or community partners.

Where Education Directors Work

Education Director roles are available across a range of settings, including schools and school districts, colleges and universities, nonprofits, government agencies, education companies, and workforce development organizations. Job scope varies by employer: some positions focus on a specific academic program or learner population, while others oversee broader institutional initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong leadership, communication, planning, and analytical skills. Experience in education administration, program management, curriculum development, staff supervision, and budget oversight can be valuable. Requirements differ by role; some positions may call for an advanced degree, educator credentials, or specialized knowledge of a subject area or regulatory environment.

Find Education Director Opportunities on Ladders

Browse Education Director openings and compare roles by employer, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to discover leadership opportunities and take the next step in your education career.

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$95K - $105K *

Transform marketing and enrollment strategies for diverse educational institutions. Collaborate with senior leaders to diagnose challenges, develop actionable plans, and drive performance across the e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead and enhance cybersecurity operations, ensuring effective incident response, threat detection, and client security assurance. Collaborate cross-functionally to bridge security strategy with tactic...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in regulatory affairs by providing strategic guidance, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across institutions. Drive initiatives from research to implementation while men...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$140K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing sales team in the public safety SaaS sector. Drive growth, execute strategic deals, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance our market-leading softw...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$262K - $284K *

Optimize pediatric drug development strategies as a clinical pharmacology leader, overseeing pharmacometric analyses and regulatory submissions, while translating complex data into actionable decision...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Engage in leadership and data-driven strategies to enhance school climate and student outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective social, emotional, and behavioral programs across K...

Cary, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $190K *

Champion analyst relations by managing strategic engagements and amplifying company narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market perception and drive executive influence, ensuring alig...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $264K *

Optimize product management for Women's Health in North America, driving strategy, revenue growth, and market share. Collaborate with stakeholders to tailor solutions and enhance customer insights, en...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $182K *

Join a team that's driving impactful fundraising strategies to secure major gifts for Africa's conservation initiatives. Collaborate with experts to cultivate donor relationships and manage a portfoli...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $154K *

Lead the transformation of showroom experiences, enhancing customer journeys and driving sales through strategic oversight and operational excellence across multiple locations...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform marketing operations by building AI-driven analytics and reporting systems. Collaborate with leadership to enhance pipeline visibility and drive data-informed decisions, ensuring effective c...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform vendor performance management by overseeing external hub partners, ensuring compliance with SLAs and quality standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement to enha...

North Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to lead transformative business development initiatives in life sciences. Drive revenue through strategic engagement with pharma/biotech partners, managing the full sales cycle and ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming literacy in PreK–12 education. Drive new business and foster long-term success by building relationships with key decision-makers and delivering impactful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform airport advertising environments by conducting site visits, developing signage concepts, and collaborating with design teams. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with creative design to en...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of market access strategy by integrating payer, provider, and patient perspectives. Lead cross-functional teams to develop impactful strategies that enhance therapy positioning and su...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Oversee the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing cross-functional teams to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $99K *

Grow your career with a mission-driven team dedicated to enhancing ELA education. Engage with educators and leaders to deliver impactful professional development and support, ensuring effective implem...

Alaska, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$158K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading the automation of clinical data integration and dashboard development. Collaborate across teams to enhance data usability and implement AI solutions, ensuring compliance an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to transforming literacy by collaborating with school leaders. Leverage your educational leadership experience in a dynamic role, driving partnerships that foster effectiv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$115K - $158K *

Drive the evolution of learning technology by leading strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of the LMS and learning platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance learner experiences a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $260K *

Join a fast-paced team of medical professionals to evaluate and enhance service appropriateness through evidence-based guidelines, impacting quality patient outcomes across multiple specialties while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Analyze diverse research projects to provide actionable insights for leadership. Collaborate with a dynamic team, utilizing AI tools and your curiosity to tackle complex questions and deliver clear, c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the development and delivery of training programs for Clinical Trial Delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Education Director do?question toggle

    An Education Director leads educational programs or operations. Typical duties can include setting program goals, overseeing curriculum and delivery, managing staff and budgets, assessing outcomes, and coordinating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are required for Education Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and role. Many positions value relevant education or program leadership experience; some may require an advanced degree, teaching or administrative credentials, or expertise in a particular subject or population.

  • Where can Education Directors work?question toggle

    Education Directors work in settings such as schools, school districts, colleges, universities, nonprofits, government agencies, education companies, and workforce development organizations.

  • How much do Education Director jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for an Education Director role depends on factors such as employer, location, scope of responsibility, and experience.

  • How can I find Education Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the Education Director category and review current openings. Use job details to compare responsibilities, qualifications, locations, and employers, then apply to roles that fit your experience and goals.