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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$125K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence by leading facilities management and strategic planning. Drive continuous improvement, ensuring safe and compliant spaces that enhance workplace infrastructure for staf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead and innovate sales strategies to drive revenue growth in the Gov/Ed sector. Collaborate with teams to enhance market share, develop strong partnerships, and ensure alignment across sales processe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by steering the activities of Divisional Directors, ensuring compliance with system policies while promoting high-quality healthcare services in a dynamic and collabora...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare administration by leading divisional operations, directing teams, and implementing strategic policies in collaboration with key stakeholders to enhance service delivery and organi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage and lead the technical aspects of campus-wide IT infrastructure, ensuring security, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting a diverse team of IT professionals and collaborating...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Transform the future of education by leading strategic fundraising initiatives. Build lasting relationships with donors and partners to enhance philanthropic support for public schools, ensuring susta...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex space programs from proposal to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage budgets, schedules, and customer relations while driving mission su...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop high-performing teams and drive operational excellence in a mobile diagnostics operation. This role offers extensive freedom and responsibility, preparing you for impactful leadership as a loc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional hospice care by leading clinical services, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive organizational goals while enhancing patient and family experiences...

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

$100K - $105K *

Empower families by leading a dynamic Early Intervention Program, ensuring compliance and quality service delivery for infants and toddlers. Drive operational excellence and foster community partnersh...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion external communications to elevate brand awareness and support fundraising efforts. Lead a team in managing digital content, media relations, and integrated marketing campaigns to effectively...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Advance external marketing and communication strategies to enhance brand awareness and support fundraising efforts. Lead a team in managing digital content, media relations, and integrated campaigns t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$73K - $120K *

Empower the future of medical education by leading programs, overseeing student services, and enhancing clinical operations. Collaborate with healthcare partners to ensure excellence and support stude...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate quality standards by leading performance improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of excellence in healthcare delivery across the orga...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality management initiatives, overseeing compliance and performance improvement activities within a skilled nursing facility, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Support transformative public policy initiatives by leading strategic outreach and partnerships. In this senior role, you will drive collaboration, enhance organizational capacity, and position the Da...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality technical direction for student productions, overseeing design, safety, and budget management while fostering collaboration and innovation in a...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and team development across a diverse portfolio of affordable housing communities, ensuring financial performance and resident satisfaction while fostering a culture of co...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Transform the operational management of the Emergency Department by leading nursing staff, enhancing patient care, and driving performance improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight, ensuring high-quality ABA services and exceptional client outcomes while mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $144K *

Empower the Director's Office by overseeing administrative operations, implementing policies, and managing staff. Collaborate across departments to ensure effective service delivery and support the Di...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Elevate our revenue strategy by analyzing sales data, optimizing funnels, and building AI tools. Collaborate with leadership to implement actionable insights that drive conversion and productivity, di...

1 week ago

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

$176K - $212K *

Elevate your career by leading residential land development initiatives, driving project management, and fostering strategic partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with diverse teams to id...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead the strategy and growth of medical education design globally, enhancing institutional relationships and guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative learning environments for future heal...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Optimize medical education design by leading strategy and growth initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance learning environments, expand national and international reach, and mentor futur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.