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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Head of School Leader (Preschool)

  • Sonoma, CA (20 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sonoma, CA (20 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Insight Global is partnering with a Montessori School in San Francisco to hire for a Head of School leader / Preschool Director to provide day-to-day leadership to the school with ages ranging from...

Head of School

  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 6 days ago

**We are currently hiring for the 2025-2026 school year** Title: Head of School Division: Making Waves Academy Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Status: Full-time, Exempt, CalSTRS Retirement...

Head Teacher Float (Sonoma Area)

  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Novato, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Maintain and update classroom documents: posted classroom lesson plans, daily schedules, daily meal counts, monthly menus, classroom rosters, monthly child sign in/out sheets and ouch reports....

Lower School Lead Teacher

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Provide a balanced instructional approach across core subjects (ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science)....

Childcare Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Cowell Rd.

  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Concord, CA (11 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Full Time Assistant Head of School - Fall 2025

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

Resume and copy of credentials can be emailed in pdf format to: ... Requirements / Qualifications Job Summary Job Summary Full Time Assistant Head of School for Fall 2025 Star Academy, a...

Lead Teacher

  • Fairfield, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA (14 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....

2/3 Lead Teacher

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Provide a balanced instructional approach across core subjects (ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science)....

Lead Teacher at Suisun Valley K-8 School

  • Fairfield, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CA (14 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements Approved state trainer (preferred) 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred) Bachelors degree in Early Childhood...

ESY SPED Lead Teacher - Secondary - Summer 2025 - REOPENED

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are a diverse community of seventeen (17) schools serving approximately 9000 students ranging from Preschool to Adult Learners....

CTE Health Science Pathway Founding Lead Teacher

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

SUPERVISION This position will report to School Principal or principals designee TIME COMMITMENT: This position is 1.0 FTE (full-time exempt) and follows a 10-month (190 day) work year with significant...

Childcare Center Lead Teacher- La Petite Academy, E Tregallas Rd

  • Antioch, CA (18 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Antioch, CA (18 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Lower School Head Teacher

  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (17 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary: Head teachers are responsible for lesson preparation and teaching core subject areas: language arts, math, and social studies....

Childcare Center Lead Teacher- Childtime Learning Center, Burton Dr

  • Vacaville, CA (20 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Vacaville, CA (20 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....

Demographic Data for Benicia, CA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Benicia, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Benicia, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
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 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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