Principal Jobs in Centennial, CO

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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Junior Lead Teacher, Ricks Center for Gifted Children

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications Associate degree in ECE, Elementary Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development, or Child Psychology or CDHS Division of Childcare Group Leader qualification....

Preschool Infant Lead Teacher

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Spring Education Group's Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs....

Lead Teacher, Fisher Early Learning Center

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Education, Special Education, Family and Child Development, or Child Psychology....

Hourly Before and After School Leader - Trails West Elementary School

  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Before and After School Leader - Trails West Elementary School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek...

Hourly Before and After School Leader - Homestead Elementary School

  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Before and After School Leader - Homestead Elementary School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek...

Tlc Senior Team Lead - Teacher, Reading Intervention, K-5Th Grade

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 6 days ago

As members of the Instructional Leadership Team, Senior Team Leads play critical roles in helping schools reach their student goals....

Lead Teacher at Clayton Elementary

  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 9 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...

Before and After School Leader - Polton Elementary School

  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 13 days ago

Before and After School Leader - Polton Elementary School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek School District...

Before and After School Leader - Rolling Hills Elementary School

  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 13 days ago

Before and After School Leader - Rolling Hills Elementary School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek School...

Lead Teacher

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 18 days ago

Education....

Tlc Senior Team Lead - Teacher, Secondary (Middle) - Math - 6Th-8Th Grade

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 18 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 18 days ago

As members of the Instructional Leadership Team, Senior Team Leads play critical roles in helping schools reach their student goals....

Tlc Team Lead - Teacher, Secondary (High) - Language Arts, 9Th-12Th Grade

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 22 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 22 days ago

As members of the Instructional Leadership Team, Team Leads play critical roles in helping schools reach their student goals....

Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Lead Teacher

  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (12 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Meet the State of Colorado and/or accreditation requirements for Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher with a minimum of a Level II PDIS of Early Childhood credential....

Tlc Senior Team Lead - Teacher, Intervention - Math, 6Th-8Th Grade

  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Denver, CO (6 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 28 days ago

As members of the Instructional Leadership Team, Senior Team Leads play critical roles in helping schools reach their student goals....

Head Start Lead Teacher

  • Arvada, CO (20 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arvada, CO (20 miles from Centennial, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Education: a bachelor's degree in child development or early childhood education (ECE) Equivalency Rule: Those with an associate degree in child development or early childhood education (ECE) AND a...

Demographic Data for Centennial, CO

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Centennial, CO

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Centennial, CO offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Doctorate Degree
14.0%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
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 Centennial, CO
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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