Remote School Director Jobs
Remote school director jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first organizations and distributed education teams scaling programs outside traditional campuses. Employers hiring remotely right now include Emory University and The Academy, with demand concentrated across Education. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
Find Remote School Director JobsOverview
Open roles8
Top employerEmory University
Top industryEducation
Top credentialMaster's degree
Companies hiring2
Showing 5 of 8+ Remote School Director jobs
Managing Senior Director of Development - Laney Graduate School and Academic Units
We won't show you this job again
Added 1w ago
Emory University
Managing Senior Director of Development - Laney Graduate School and Academic Units
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 1w ago
Lead Director of Development - University Advancement - Emory School of Law
We won't show you this job again
Added 1w ago
Emory University
Lead Director of Development - University Advancement - Emory School of Law
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 1w ago
Director of Business & Finance - Laney Graduate School
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
Emory University
Director of Business & Finance - Laney Graduate School
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 2w ago
Senior Director, Finance | School of Medicine - Pediatrics
We won't show you this job again
Added 1mo ago
Emory University
Senior Director, Finance | School of Medicine - Pediatrics
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 1mo ago
Communications Director, Departments - School of Medicine
We won't show you this job again
Added 2mo ago
Emory University
Communications Director, Departments - School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 2mo ago
Added 1w ago
Managing Senior Director of Development - Laney Graduate School and Academic Units
Emory University·Atlanta, Georgia
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Master's degree
10,000+ employees
Job Description
Discover Your Career at Emory University: Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description:
The Laney Graduate School and Academic Units team is responsible for alumni and donor engagement, donor research, solicitation, stewardship, endowments and other school/unit reporting. They serve the global campus community with particular attention given to the university's libraries and museums. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Graduate Advancement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
The Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources, technology, and business for the purpose of soliciting alumni, donor engagement, donor research, and stewardship throughout Emory University and Health Systems. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emory’s mission to serve humanity. We are currently seeking a Managing Senior Director of Development.
The Laney Graduate School and Academic Units team is responsible for alumni and donor engagement, donor research, solicitation, stewardship, endowments and other school/unit reporting. They serve the global campus community with particular attention given to the university's libraries and museums. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Graduate Advancement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads, develops and implements strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations, and foundations for gifts of $100K - $5M to support education, patient care, and research programs for a major unit/school.
- Solicits gifts of $100K - $5M in support of the school/unit.
- Manages a portfolio of prospects through an active schedule of solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship calls to donors and new prospects in support of strategic priorities.
- Develops school/unit strategic planning and goal setting.
- Builds relationships among prospective donors, alumni, and volunteers to support programs and priorities.
- Builds relationships with faculty, administrators, deans, and division/University leadership to develop, interpret, and align priorities of the school/unit with donor goals/interests.
- Partners with central advancement offices to ensure that potential gift prospects are properly qualified, cultivated, and stewarded.
- Develops and oversees writing/production of appropriate fundraising materials including, but not limited to, case statements, brochures, solicitation letters, gift proposals, appreciation letters, donor reports, and campaign status reports.
- Enforces the maintenance of information on selected donors and prospects including contact reports in CRM system.
- Communicates in ways that are donor-centric, while furthering the mission of Emory.
- Travels to meet with donors as needed.
- Manages a team of professionals that may include alumni engagement, advancement, and support staff.
- Manages the administrative operations of the school/unit advancement office and respective budgets.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDTIONAL JOB DETAILS:
In addition to the duties outlined above, the Managing Senior Director may be required to:
- Meet division metrics for visit preparation, qualification, contact reports, visits, referrals, and accurate coding using the CRM system.
- Represent the department, school/unit, division, or University.
- This position requires coming in person two days a week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree and eight years of experience in fundraising with staff management experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful candidates will possess experience as lead solicitor, closing gifts of $100,000+ and $1M+ from prospects.
- Prior experience working with comprehensive campaigns, alumni engagement, non-profit, or a university setting.
- Experience managing budgets and financial reports, working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving skills with attention to detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, navigate a complex work environment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience leading teams, working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
- Master’s level degree.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as effective presentation skills.
- Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.
- Capacity to lead and develop a team’s skills through effective feedback and coaching, motivating and empowering colleagues while being institutionally minded, strategic, and impactful.
- Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
Emory University
Managing Senior Director of Development - Laney Graduate School and Academic Units
Atlanta, Georgia
Added 1w ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
Remote (US)
Master's degree
Job Description
Discover Your Career at Emory University: Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description:
The Laney Graduate School and Academic Units team is responsible for alumni and donor engagement, donor research, solicitation, stewardship, endowments and other school/unit reporting. They serve the global campus community with particular attention given to the university's libraries and museums. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Graduate Advancement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
The Division of Advancement and Alumni Engagement utilizes resources, technology, and business for the purpose of soliciting alumni, donor engagement, donor research, and stewardship throughout Emory University and Health Systems. Our mission is to inspire and steward meaningful, lasting relationships that elevate engagement and giving to fulfill Emory’s mission to serve humanity. We are currently seeking a Managing Senior Director of Development.
The Laney Graduate School and Academic Units team is responsible for alumni and donor engagement, donor research, solicitation, stewardship, endowments and other school/unit reporting. They serve the global campus community with particular attention given to the university's libraries and museums. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Advancement Graduate Advancement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads, develops and implements strategies for identifying, cultivating, and successfully soliciting individuals, corporations, and foundations for gifts of $100K - $5M to support education, patient care, and research programs for a major unit/school.
- Solicits gifts of $100K - $5M in support of the school/unit.
- Manages a portfolio of prospects through an active schedule of solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship calls to donors and new prospects in support of strategic priorities.
- Develops school/unit strategic planning and goal setting.
- Builds relationships among prospective donors, alumni, and volunteers to support programs and priorities.
- Builds relationships with faculty, administrators, deans, and division/University leadership to develop, interpret, and align priorities of the school/unit with donor goals/interests.
- Partners with central advancement offices to ensure that potential gift prospects are properly qualified, cultivated, and stewarded.
- Develops and oversees writing/production of appropriate fundraising materials including, but not limited to, case statements, brochures, solicitation letters, gift proposals, appreciation letters, donor reports, and campaign status reports.
- Enforces the maintenance of information on selected donors and prospects including contact reports in CRM system.
- Communicates in ways that are donor-centric, while furthering the mission of Emory.
- Travels to meet with donors as needed.
- Manages a team of professionals that may include alumni engagement, advancement, and support staff.
- Manages the administrative operations of the school/unit advancement office and respective budgets.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
ADDTIONAL JOB DETAILS:
In addition to the duties outlined above, the Managing Senior Director may be required to:
- Meet division metrics for visit preparation, qualification, contact reports, visits, referrals, and accurate coding using the CRM system.
- Represent the department, school/unit, division, or University.
- This position requires coming in person two days a week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree and eight years of experience in fundraising with staff management experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Successful candidates will possess experience as lead solicitor, closing gifts of $100,000+ and $1M+ from prospects.
- Prior experience working with comprehensive campaigns, alumni engagement, non-profit, or a university setting.
- Experience managing budgets and financial reports, working with various technologies including advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, mass email applications, database and project management software, and CRM systems.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving skills with attention to detail, the ability to work with ambiguity, navigate a complex work environment, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience leading teams, working independently as well as collaboratively to achieve goals, with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
- Master’s level degree.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as effective presentation skills.
- Possess a high level of professionalism and commitment to confidentiality with sound judgment and discretion.
- Capacity to lead and develop a team’s skills through effective feedback and coaching, motivating and empowering colleagues while being institutionally minded, strategic, and impactful.
- Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and deadlines.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details: Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
See All 8 Remote School Director Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Remote School Director JobsRemote School Director Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote school director jobs.
- Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a closely related field
- State-issued principal or administrator licensure for the applicable grade levels
- Minimum of three to five years of classroom teaching or school leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience managing school budgets, staff evaluations, and compliance reporting
- Knowledge of special education regulations, Title I requirements, and IEP processes
- Proficiency with student information systems and data-driven instructional planning tools
Tips for Your Remote School Director Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote school director openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your async leadership record
Remote employers want proof you can direct staff and programs without daily in-person contact. Document specific examples of managing teams through written updates, video check-ins, and project management platforms like Asana or Notion.
Build a portfolio of remote program outcomes
Compile enrollment numbers, compliance records, staff retention data, or accreditation results you've achieved while working independently. Remote hiring managers weigh concrete outcomes over titles, especially when they can't observe your day-to-day work.
Prepare for a multi-stage remote interview
Remote school director interviews often include an async video screen, a written case response, and a live panel call. Practice articulating your program management approach clearly on video and in writing, since both channels get evaluated.
Remote School Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote school director job?
Remote school director roles go to candidates who demonstrate they can lead programs, manage staff, and drive outcomes without in-person oversight. Employers screen for async communication skills, comfort with video-based leadership, and a history of hitting measurable goals independently. Highlighting experience managing distributed teams, running virtual staff development, or overseeing enrollment and compliance without a physical office gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote school directors?
Companies hiring remote school directors right now include Emory University and The Academy, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first education platforms, online charter networks, and distributed workforce-training organizations are among the most consistent hirers of school directors in fully remote configurations.
Can you get a remote school director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level school director roles are limited because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal hand-holding. Online education startups and curriculum companies occasionally hire candidates who can show strong project ownership, measurable program results from earlier roles, and fluency with remote collaboration tools, even without a formal director title on their resume.
Do you need a degree for remote school director jobs?
Usually, but the weight employers place on credentials versus results varies. Many remote school director postings list a master's in education administration or a related field as preferred, not required. Demonstrated program outcomes, staff leadership experience, and familiarity with compliance and accreditation processes can offset a credential gap, especially at remote-first companies outside the traditional K-12 public school system.
Which industries hire the most remote school directors?
Remote school director roles concentrate in Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed delivery models, which means they need school directors who can oversee programs, staff, and learner outcomes entirely through digital channels.
See All 8 Remote School Director Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Remote School Director Jobs