Principal Jobs in Florida

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

  • Opa Locka, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Opa Locka, FL
  • 30+ days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Head of School

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 hour ago

TITLE Head of School ABOUT THE ORGANIZATIONFusion Academy is a revolutionary alternative, accredited private school for grades 6-12 that offers a fully individualized classroom: one student, one...

Daycare Lead Teacher

  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • 21 hours ago

Duties Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with early childhood education standards....

Lead Teacher at Manitou Springs Elementary School

  • Plantation, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Plantation, FL
  • 1 day ago

At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options...

Lead Teacher

  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 1 day ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • North Port, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • North Port, FL
  • 1 day ago

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

Early Learning Lead Teacher

  • Brooksville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooksville, FL
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge of early childhood education methods. Ability to establish effective working relationships with people, particularly parents and children....

VPK Lead Teacher

  • North Port, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • North Port, FL
  • 4 days ago

plans The ability to meet state requirements for education and our childcare center requirements....

2 Year Old Lead Teacher, Bardmoor YMCA Preschool Academy

  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 4 days ago

Job Location: Bardmoor YMCA Preschool Academy - 8495 Bryan Dairy Rd, Largo, FL 33777 Interested? For more information please contact the Director, Kierstin Wimberly: .......

Lead Teacher: Girvin Road

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Windermere, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Windermere, FL
  • 5 days ago

The ability to be patient, collaborative, creative, and passionate about Early Childhood education is essential for this role....

LEAD TEACHER (Hyde Park Elementary School)

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 6 days ago

Lead Teacher (Hyde Park Elementary School) Position Type: Part-Time Pay Rate: $28/hr. This position is designed to ensure Club members graduate high school on time and achieve their academic...

Lead Teacher: Greenhollow Lane

  • Valrico, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 7 days ago

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

VPK Lead Teacher

  • Viera, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Viera, FL
  • 8 days ago

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

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Florida

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 in Florida offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
High School or GED
3.2%
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 Florida
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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