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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$99K - $113K *

Develop and implement multi-year fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, and manage a diverse portfolio to achieve funding goals while ensuring effective donor engagement and recognitio...

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

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on fundraising, donor relations, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with leadership to enhance revenue streams and cultivate authentic relationships tha...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$201K - $280K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth by leading a dynamic sales team. Leverage your expertise in digital media to deliver innovative advertising solutions that meet client needs and achieve...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K *

Pioneer operational excellence by implementing strategic initiatives, enhancing service quality, and driving financial performance while leading a dedicated team in the human services sector to achiev...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the strategic development and administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee engagement. Collaborate with HR leadership to optimize benefits offerings an...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $95K *

Manage and coordinate regional trauma care initiatives, ensuring effective project execution and collaboration among medical centers. Lead activities in preparedness, education, and data collection to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Empower organizational growth by leading global learning strategies, aligning workforce capabilities with business goals, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance l...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Pioneer a transformative global learning strategy, aligning enterprise priorities with innovative solutions. Lead a diverse team to enhance organizational capability, manage budgets, and drive measura...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Lead the charge in shaping global learning strategies, driving capability development, and fostering partnerships across the organization to enhance workforce effectiveness and align with strategic bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Drive global learning initiatives by aligning strategies with business needs, overseeing budgets, and fostering innovation in learning technologies to enhance employee capabilities and organizational...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Elevate global learning initiatives by leading strategy, governance, and innovation. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify capability gaps and drive impactful learning solutions that align with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $312K *

Strategize and lead the global learning agenda, aligning workforce priorities with innovative solutions. Drive enterprise learning strategy, governance, and technology to enhance capability and perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $141K *

Champion collaborative partnerships that enhance work-based learning and employment opportunities for students. Drive employer engagement and align workforce needs with academic programs to support st...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading major gift strategies, cultivating relationships with alumni and parents, and driving significant fundraising efforts to achieve $5 million+ annually. Collaborate with d...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic agency by leading complex client campaigns. Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving membership growth and volunteer engagement across diverse communities, ensuring a seamless experience for girls and families in their journey with Girl Scouts. Foster strate...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Pioneer a premier fundraising event by leading strategy, execution, and growth. Drive $1M+ in revenue through relationship management, volunteer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to enhan...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives and leadership for a large team supporting services to 8,000 students. Oversee budget management, resource allocation, and ensure high-quality instruction in a diverse educ...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing special education services through strategic oversight, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to support student success and...

1 week ago

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

$103K - $129K *

Drive district-wide food service operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhancing student nutrition programs. Lead menu development, staff training, and budget management to create a s...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $111K *

Transform educational experiences by coordinating programs and initiatives. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to enhance operations, support learners, and ensure compliance, all while fosterin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform the lending landscape by leading comprehensive loan underwriting, fostering client relationships, and driving loan production. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful loan closures and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful fundraising initiatives by leading a high-performing advancement team, cultivating major donor relationships, and implementing strategic plans to achieve annual goals and enhance donor...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in innovative design development, ensuring project success through effective team collaboration, client communication, and sustainable practices across all project phases...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovative design solutions and oversee project teams to ensure quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction throughout all project phases. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver e...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.