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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$88K - $115K *

Transform student success by leading academic and career readiness initiatives. Oversee programs that enhance engagement, retention, and post-graduation outcomes while fostering collaborative partners...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Champion regional workforce development by managing and leading training initiatives, fostering industry partnerships, and overseeing comprehensive training programs to meet local demands and enhance...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$240K - $260K *

Champion the future of fundraising by leading campaign strategies and managing a dynamic team. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive impactful initiatives and enhance institutional priorities in...

4 days ago

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

$64K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing education in Athletic Training and Exercise Science. Take ownership of clinical coordination, teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and contribute...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K *

Elevate your career by leading a skilled maintenance team, managing complex building systems, and ensuring smooth operations in a modern high-rise environment while implementing innovative maintenance...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$68K - $95K *

Shape engaging learning experiences by leveraging your instructional design expertise. Collaborate with teams to develop high-quality, accessible content across various modalities, ensuring compliance...

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1 week ago

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

$95K *

Shape the future of childcare operations by leading, coaching, and optimizing multiple locations, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to company standards, while promoting employee engagemen...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Drive the strategic oversight of charter school performance and governance, leading a dedicated team to enhance educational access and quality. Utilize data-driven insights to inform decisions on amen...

2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in launching a new medical school, coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives, ensuring alignment across governance, accreditation, and operations, while driving strategic execution fo...

4 days ago

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

$124K - $180K *

Join a pioneering team to lead strategic operations in a dynamic healthcare division, driving innovation and excellence in therapeutic development and evaluation while managing a diverse workforce and...

1 week ago

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

$124K - $180K *

Develop and execute strategic initiatives for a leading healthcare division, overseeing operations, research, and education. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance performance and drive inno...

1 week ago

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

$195K - $312K *

Elevate your career by assisting in the management of research programs, guiding project execution, and fostering staff development while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and maintaining sp...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in faculty planning and staffing strategy, ensuring schools are equipped with the right talent. Collaborate across teams to analyze data, optimize processes, and drive effective staffi...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in building philanthropic support through strategic donor engagement, major gifts development, and capital campaign initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and community stakeholders...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing hospice clinical services by overseeing care delivery, guiding clinical teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while fostering a supportive environment for...

Yesterday

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

$225K - $300K *

Shape the future of communications by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing corporate narratives, and managing media relations. Collaborate with senior leadership to elevate brand visibility and en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $165K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading a dynamic team to develop new revenue streams while driving growth through strategic sales management and market expertise. Cultivate relationships, enh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$98K *

Transform the landscape of homeless services by leading program development, ensuring compliance, and fostering partnerships to deliver effective support for families in need. Drive best practices and...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and oversee all operational aspects of the Housekeeping Department, ensuring compliance, budget management, and effective coordination with hospital departments while fostering staff development...

Today

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing immunotherapeutics and protein engineering through innovative research, collaboration, and faculty engagement, while managing the newly established Center for Immunotherap...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading financial, operational, and human resource management for a school district. Collaborate with administrators and oversee budgets, facilities, and transportation to ensure e...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance energy efficiency initiatives by managing a diverse portfolio of capital projects. Lead teams in planning, design, and implementation while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration acro...

6 days ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Champion major gift fundraising by building a robust prospect pipeline, securing six- and seven-figure donations, and collaborating with leadership to enhance philanthropic support for key institution...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing IRB operations, managing a team of analysts, and ensuring compliance with human subjects research regulations while fostering professional development and process improve...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Contribute to the oversight and management of IRB operations, guiding a team of analysts while ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive process improvements and provide training to enhance research...

3 weeks 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.