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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$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing veterinary education and research through dynamic leadership, strategic vision, and collaboration in a high-performing academic environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the creative vision and execution of multimedia storytelling, ensuring alignment with brand and mission. Oversee video production, graphic design, and team development while managing projects acr...

3 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health's research and evaluation strategy. Drive impactful projects, ensure health equity, and collaborate with community partners to enhance public h...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping health equity through innovative research and evaluation strategies. Lead impactful projects, guide community initiatives, and drive data-informed decisions to enhance publi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic major gift fundraising initiatives by building relationships and cultivating prospects, enhancing the philanthropic support for the organization while collaborating closely with campus...

4 weeks ago

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

$79K - $87K *

Lead the strategic vision for a Community STEM Learning Center, enhancing access to STEM education and workforce readiness. Drive partnerships, manage operations, and ensure financial sustainability w...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $101K *

Champion exceptional project outcomes by leading diverse Hospitality and Restaurant initiatives. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver innovative design solutions while managing multiple proje...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $101K *

Lead the charge in innovative project management for dynamic hospitality design. Drive multi-disciplinary teams and enhance client relationships while delivering exceptional experiences in fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead operations in a dynamic food manufacturing environment, driving productivity and safety while fostering a supportive workplace for women overcoming barriers. Champion continuous improvement and t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$94K - $146K *

Join a team that's driving user adoption and partner growth for career products. Lead initiatives to enhance member engagement, expand partner pipelines, and optimize platform performance, ensuring im...

5 days ago

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

$71K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering students through innovative teaching strategies while fostering collaboration and adaptability in an inclusive environment. Make a real impact by supporting...

Reposted today

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

$204K - $306K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI with scientific workflows, mentoring engineers, and delivering innovative applications that enhance research collaboration. Drive technical strategy and foster a high...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $306K *

Champion groundbreaking solutions by leading engineers who integrate AI with scientific workflows, driving innovation for life-changing breakthroughs in research while fostering a collaborative enviro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk management across a multi-site franchise system. Lead a high-performing team to enhance safety standards and foster a nurtu...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the Special Education program for grades 6-12, ensuring compliance and excellence in meeting the diverse needs of students with disabilities. Foster collaboration between staff, drive program dev...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care while managi...

Today

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

$94K - $144K *

Advance research security and compliance by leading outreach, education, and quality assurance initiatives. Collaborate with academic leaders to promote awareness of export control regulations, enhanc...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $114K *

Transform project management by leading initiatives, optimizing budgets, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring compliance and effective communication withi...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Empower your career by leading high-volume catering operations, ensuring exceptional event execution and client satisfaction across diverse corporate events while managing a dynamic team in a fast-pac...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful change by optimizing product operations through collaborative process design, ensuring alignment and efficiency while fostering innovation and simplification across complex product tea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$121K - $210K *

Lead strategy and content direction for patient communications, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and audience needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize communication e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $210K *

Drive strategic patient communications by leading content direction and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Elevate institutional priorities through effective messaging and operational excellen...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $210K *

Drive strategic marketing and communications initiatives across multiple service lines, collaborating with leadership to enhance growth and performance. Lead program management and execution, ensuring...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.