Principal Jobs in Costa Mesa, 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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Lead Teacher

Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
4 days ago

Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
4 days ago

Minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education units....

Lead Teacher - Montessori

Costa Mesa, CA
5 days ago

Costa Mesa, CA
5 days ago

Early Childhood Education in a certified child development center Prior experience with toddler and pre-school students Ability to use standard office equipment such as a laptop computer and tablet...

Montessori Lead Teacher

Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 days ago

Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
5 days ago

Completed a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelors degree and coursework in early childhood education preferred....

Lead Teacher

Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
13 days ago

Huntington Beach, CA (5 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
13 days ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

Early Childhood Lead Teacher, ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL, Yorba Linda

Garden Grove, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
16 days ago

Garden Grove, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
16 days ago

Josephine Panza, Interim Principal (...) Requirements / Qualifications Job Summary Job Summary St....

Instructional Improvement Lead Teacher: Secondary (Lynwood High School)

Lynwood, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
26 days ago

Lynwood, CA (24 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
26 days ago

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO LYNWOOD FULLTIME TEACHERS ONLY * DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Director/Principal, or his/her designee, the Instructional Improvement Lead: Secondary,...

Daycare Lead Teacher - Everbrook Academy, Richard Reese Way

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
30+ days ago

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (17 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
30+ days ago