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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$90K - $95K *

Champion research excellence by leading pre-award strategy and compliance across departments. Enhance proposal competitiveness and operational consistency while guiding Research Administrators to ensu...

6 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing project development teams, driving solar and energy storage initiatives from concept to execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $150K *

Lead the charge in major gift fundraising for a dynamic academic institution. Manage a diverse portfolio of high-value prospects while mentoring a dedicated team to achieve ambitious fundraising goals...

Today

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing psychiatric services through leadership, clinical care, and collaboration. Drive impactful change while overseeing medical operations and providing expert psy...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by managing government funding and relationships. Collaborate across departments to secure grants, advocate for community needs, and ensure compliance while representing the organi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Design impactful instructional materials and learning experiences to enhance postsecondary reform. Collaborate with leaders to translate research into actionable tools, ensuring high-quality curriculu...

4 days ago

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

$150K - $160K *

Optimize community operations by leading day-to-day management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing resident satisfaction while driving financial performance and team development...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies to secure major gifts, expand corporate partnerships, and drive revenue growth while managing a high-performing team and e...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead DSA-permitted Pre K-12 projects, overseeing multi-disciplinary efforts, managing finances, schedules, and enhancing collaboration among clients, contractors, and consultant...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and inspire a talented team to shape fundraising and communications strategies, manage a major gifts portfolio, and elevate the organization’s presence in the community while driving growth and a...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead strategic fundraising and communications initiatives, manage a dedicated team, and shape organizational growth while enhancing community engagement and promoting the mission in the humanities sec...

4 weeks ago

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

$82K - $99K *

Shape the future of special education by coordinating IEP services, developing lesson plans, and monitoring student progress. Collaborate with educators to ensure compliance with standards and achieve...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$85K - $112K *

Drive strategic data initiatives as the lead for institutional research and analytics. Collaborate with leadership to enhance decision-making through innovative data solutions, ensuring compliance and...

6 days ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Join a dynamic clinical leadership team to coach and develop providers while delivering direct patient care in senior living communities, ensuring high-quality clinical performance and fostering commu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by serving as a Navigator for NSF Engines, co-leading translation programming and building capital connections. Engage with diverse stakeholders to enhance R&D and commercialization e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming fundraising strategies, focusing on individual, institutional, and corporate giving. Drive growth through innovative approaches, relationship management, and operationa...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

The Technology Director is responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems across the district. This role involves providin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

The Technology Director is responsible for the overall management of the Information Technology Department and strategic planning of technology systems across the district. This role involves providin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dedicated team to enhance the quality of life for residents in an assisted living community. Lead operations, ensure compliance, and foster a supportive environment while driving excellence...

4 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic Navy Programs, driving growth and innovation through effective program management, collaboration with stakeholders, and oversight of diverse teams to achieve orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in communications, driving impactful initiatives that enhance institutional visibility, stakeholder engagement, and community relationships while supporting...

Today

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

$105K - $113K *

Transform student and alumnae career development by leading advising and program initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance resources and events, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fost...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $113K *

Accelerate progress at advising and programming initiatives, overseeing strategic planning and execution to support students and alumnae in career development and graduate school advising, while foste...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading program operations and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders and oversee a dedicated team to ensure compliance and operational excellence across multipl...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading program operations and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee compliance, and drive organizational initiatives to ensure effective management an...

5 days ago

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

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.