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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$160K - $200K *

Elevate client marketing strategies by leading transformative engagements using Adobe's ecosystem. Collaborate with senior executives to design data-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $123K *

Lead the charge in overseeing project evaluation and performance measurement, collaborating with diverse teams to track outcomes and achieve program goals in a dynamic health security environment...

Omaha, NERemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic financial leadership and analysis to business units. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial management practices, ensuring compliance and supporting organi...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical documentation practices across the health system. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, provide education, and drive continuous improveme...

Hialeah, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $122K *

Lead the charge in evaluating clinical compliance and quality, overseeing education and training for clinical teams. Collaborate on curriculum development and accreditation efforts while mentoring sta...

Georgia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $99K *

Elevate educational outcomes by providing targeted professional development and support to K-8 educators. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to implement impactful teaching strategies and ensure eq...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Oversee a portfolio of clinical studies, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead Project Managers in executing complex trials, driving operational efficiency and client satisfaction while leveraging you...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $240K *

Champion a high-performing Cyber Defense team, driving strategic execution and operational excellence in incident response, detection engineering, and security technology across diverse environments t...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $165K *

Engage in strategic federal advocacy by leading legislative initiatives, coalition management, and policy analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to advance organizational priorities and represent key...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional solutions and driving results. This role requires effective communication and collaboration to tackle challenges and enhance operations within a p...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$243K - $365K *

Empower teams by leading the development of innovative Leader Enablement products. Drive strategy, roadmap execution, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance talent management and coaching solut...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$195K - $325K *

Champion transformative executive and internal communications strategies that shape leadership narratives and enhance employee engagement across diverse channels for maximum alignment and trust within...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $326K *

Contribute to educational transformation by selling AI solutions to K-12 and Higher Ed in Texas. Engage with executives, modernize communication, and lead consultative sales that drive outcomes in dig...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects that drive strategic goals. Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while fostering collaboration acro...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Drive capital improvement projects across a national student housing portfolio, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Lead project teams, manage scopes, and deliver high-impact r...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $171K *

Join a team that's driving growth in clinical trials by identifying and securing partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and expand opportunities, ensuring seamle...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Transform business development by leading organic growth strategies, building relationships with UHNW families, and enhancing systems for scalable success across the firm. Collaborate with leadership...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Drive clinical excellence by providing medical expertise across therapeutic areas, ensuring safety and integrity in clinical trials. Collaborate with project teams and senior management to enhance cli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower cross-functional teams to drive the Future of Medicine initiatives, ensuring scalable processes and compliance while enhancing patient safety and experience through strategic planning and exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K *

Lead our product marketing efforts to drive strategy, market growth, and segmentation for innovative public safety software. Collaborate with teams to translate product features into compelling messag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful HR strategies in a dynamic global environment, collaborating with senior leaders to align people initiatives with business goals. Contribute to a newly forming team focused on growth a...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic sales initiatives, managing key accounts, and fostering long-term partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities and delive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion data integrity by implementing comprehensive quality controls and metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data governance and enhance usability across the enterprise. Dri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$165K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by leading sales strategy and execution across California. Drive revenue growth, develop a high-performing sales team, and build strong relationships with key educational leaders...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

RemoteRemote

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

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.