Principal Jobs

A Principal in elementary education serves as the leader and manager for the school, setting its educational standards and goals, and ensuring it meets them. They are responsible for creating a safe and productive learning environment, managing teaching staff, overseeing curriculum, and communicating with parents and community members. They also handle the school's administrative duties, such as budgeting and scheduling. A Principal is expected to have a deep understanding of elementary education, curriculum development, and school administration. In addition, they should possess excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

To become a Principal, an individual typically needs a master's degree in Education Administration or a related field, and some states may also require completion of a school administrator licensing program. Prior to becoming a Principal, they often have experience as a teacher or school counselor, gaining firsthand classroom experience and understanding of student needs. Some may also have roles as an Assistant Principal or a Department Head, managing aspects of school administration and gaining leadership experience. These roles provide the necessary professional experience and knowledge needed to effectively run a school.

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Childhood Education, Human Services or a related field from an accredited college or university Your 90 hour child care certification and 9 hours in communication Your Child Development Associate certificate...

Montessori Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Issaquah, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA
  • 21 days ago

You must be: At least 18 years of age Minimum high school diploma Early Childhood Education Certificate or equivalent college degree Montessori Certification preferred Must successfully clear criminal...

Lead Teacher

  • Higley, AZ
  • 26 days ago
  • Higley, AZ
  • 26 days ago

A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential. State Compliance: Must meet state specific guidelines for the role....

Montessori Primary Lead Teacher

  • Issaquah, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Issaquah, WA
  • 7 days ago

You must be: At least 18 years of age Minimum high school diploma Early Childhood Education Certificate or equivalent college degree Montessori Certification required Must successfully clear criminal...

Montessori Spanish Primary Lead Teacher

  • Del Mar, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Del Mar, CA
  • 7 days ago

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Collegeville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Infant Lead Teacher

  • Malvern, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 13 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Pre-K Lead Teacher (Fall 2025)

  • North Wales, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 9 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Glen Head

  • Glen Head, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Glen Head, NY
  • 1 hour ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: + Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans. + The ability to meet state requirements for...

Lead Teacher - 2 year olds room

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 3 hours ago

early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff....

Middle School Lead Teacher - Grades 5-8

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Middle School Lead Teacher - Grades 5-8 About the Employer The Knox School is located in beautiful Santa Barbara County, home to a world-class university, museums and restaurants, farmers markets...

PreK Nursery Lead Teacher

  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Those with an AA or BA in early childhood education or an AA or BA in an unrelated field + the above requirements preferred....

Head Teacher MSMC

  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago

CHILDREN Associates Degree in Child Development, Elementary Education, Physical Education, Recreation or a related field And No additional experience required OR School age Child care credential or...

Elementary School Principal - Longfellow

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Elementary School Principal - Longfellow About the Employer Welcome to the Whittier City School District, a Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade school district with eight elementary schools,...

Lead Teacher- Excel Center Clarksville

  • Clarksville, IN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Clarksville, IN
  • 4 hours ago

Lead Teacher- Excel Center Clarksville Goodwill of Central & Southern Indiana vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan United States, Indiana,...

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Principal Information Management
Information management (IM) is the process of collecting, storing, managing and maintaining information in all its forms. Information management is a broad term that incorporates policies and...
Principales to 2d Animation
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SEL Principal Guide
Effective leaders often possess the dispositions required to establish a strong positive school culture that promotes the well-being of adults and children where learning can be maximized. While...

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Salary for Principal Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Principals offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.6%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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