Principal Jobs in Benicia, CA

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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Primary School Lead Teacher

  • Marin Primary & Middle School
  • Larkspur, CA (24 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Larkspur, CA (24 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Title: Primary School Lead Teacher, 2026-27 School Year Supervisor: Primary School Director FTE : Full-Time, Exempt Start Date: August 2026 Marin Primary & Middle School is seeking a Primary...

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Full Time Middle School Lead Teacher - FALL 2026

  • EDJOIN
  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Full Time Middle School Lead Teacher - FALL 2026 at Star Academy Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 5/13/2026 Contact Sheila Reilly ... X 111 Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay Range...

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Full Time High School Lead Teacher - FALL 2026

  • EDJOIN
  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Participation in IEP team meetings Supervision of Assistant Teacher regarding classroom responsibilities, student monitoring and lesson plan implemen View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications...

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Preschool Center Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Market Pl

  • Learning Care Group
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 20 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Preschool Center Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Lakeside Dr.

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 20 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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5th/6th Grade Humanities and Math/Science Lead Teacher Positions

  • Prospect Sierra School
  • El Cerrito, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

TLC is designed to serve students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences, offering small group instruction with a 4:1 ratio for all core academic subjects....

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Lead Teacher

  • Learning Care Group
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Child Care Center Lead Teacher (PT) - La Petite Academy, E Tregallas Rd.

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Antioch, CA (18 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Antioch, CA (18 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Childcare Center Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Bollinger Canyon Rd.

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Kids' Club Afterschool Lead Teacher

  • JCCs of North America
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Associates or BA in Early Childhood Education preferred. Must have some ECE units or equivalent recreation, education, physical education, human services, or social welfare classes....

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Daycare Center Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Crow Canyon Rd.

  • Learning Care Group
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Child Care Center Lead Teacher (PT) - Childtime, Alhambra Ave

  • Learning Care Group
  • Martinez, CA (8 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Martinez, CA (8 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Afterschool Lead Teacher - TK/Kindergarten

  • JCCs of North America
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to support other staff's lesson planning; act as point person for collaboration around lesson planning....

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Lead Teacher, Childcare

  • Mission Health
  • Pittsburg, CA (12 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburg, CA (12 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

A Day in the Life of a Lead Childcare Teacher: As a Lead Childcare Teacher, you will provide a stable and safe environment for toddlers and infants. You'll be responsible for planning,...

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Child Care Center Lead Teacher - Childtime, Burton Dr.

  • Learning Care Group
  • Vacaville, CA (20 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (20 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Demographic Data for Benicia, CA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Benicia, CA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Benicia, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.2%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
Doctorate Degree
13.6%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
High School or GED
3.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Benicia, CA
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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