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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$73K - $149K *

Lead our institutional fundraising efforts, balancing hands-on grant writing with team management to secure over $4 million in private revenue and $10 million in government grants annually while culti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion program execution by coordinating tasks, integrating data, and delivering high-quality support across divisions. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient program m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of multi-unit educational operations by leading growth, ensuring safety, and driving financial performance across multiple locations while fostering a positive work environment and de...

4 days ago

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

$248K - $373K *

Drive regional performance in population health initiatives, overseeing clinician management and network development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance care quality and efficiency while supportin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing educator certification services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting candidate success through strategic collaboration and operational leader...

6 days ago

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

$215K - $245K *

Lead a dynamic team in overseeing design activities across project phases, ensuring alignment with objectives, budget, and quality standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders for succes...

6 days ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in transforming clinical sales strategies, enhancing client engagement, and driving market growth through innovative solutions and collaboration across teams to optimize healthcare del...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$57K - $114K *

Transform the educational landscape as a Special Education Teacher & Program Coordinator, leading a community-based transition academy for young adults. Develop individualized goals and foster essenti...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance scientific rigor in agency services, collaborating across teams to provide expert insights and support in medical communications, advisory boards, and client interactions w...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Drive project success by managing all phases from design to construction, leading teams, ensuring profitability, and maintaining customer satisfaction while upholding quality and safety standards in e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by leading a team dedicated to driving regional fundraising success, managing major donor engagement, and implementing strategies to cultivate relationships for impactful contrib...

1 month ago

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

$109K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving corporate partnerships to enhance our mission. This strategic role blends fundraising expertise with relationship management to expand our impact and ensure financial sustai...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing student success through strategic oversight of academic advising. Drive initiatives that promote retention and timely degree completion while fostering collaboration acros...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Champion high-performing field operations by developing leaders and enhancing safety, quality, and productivity in residential battery storage installations. Drive workforce development and set perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$254K - $347K *

Champion program management excellence by leading cross-functional teams, driving project strategies, and ensuring timely delivery of milestones in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Foster collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee engineering support services, managing GIS mapping, sewer inspections, and infrastructure records. Lead staff in delivering critical data for capital projects, enhancing...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in providing essential engineering support for capital projects, overseeing GIS mapping, sewer inspections, and infrastructure records management to enhance project delivery and ri...

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

$75K - $128K *

Lead the charge in enhancing healthcare education through innovative simulation and standardized patient programs, ensuring quality assurance and strategic oversight for diverse medical training initi...

1 week ago

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

$100K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and execute impactful media relations and communications strategies for diverse public affairs accounts, advocating for clients and managing key projects in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of innovative learning experiences that enhance employee growth and drive business success. Collaborate with leaders to build a culture of continuou...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$164K - $279K *

Join a dynamic team to lead high-impact consulting projects, drive strategic growth, and enhance client profitability in the financial services sector. Shape methodologies, mentor talent, and influenc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the Digital Museums Canada program, managing projects, and fostering relationships with cultural organizations. Your expertise will drive improvements and sup...

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

$90K - $116K *

Oversee and enhance communication access services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, ensuring compliance and effective delivery across programs. Lead a team, manage resources, and collaborate w...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of integrated marketing by leading client relationships, managing a dynamic team, and driving innovative projects from concept to execution while mentoring talent...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $170K *

Lead strategic media planning and execution, fostering client relationships and team development. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring quality and efficiency in media strategies, leveraging data...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.