Principal Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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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Infant Lead Teacher - Model Center

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS: The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas: child development and early education theories and practices, safe and appropriate activities for...

GA Prek Lead Teacher- Atlanta GA

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons policies, procedures and guidance...

Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher (Infant, Early HeadStart, HeadStart, and Pre-K)

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred....

Lead Teacher at Whitehall Elementary

  • Fayetteville, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fayetteville, GA (11 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Pre-K Lead Teacher_GA

  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Join Us as a GA Pre-K Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!...

Lead Teacher

  • Tyrone, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tyrone, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 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

  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 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....

Primary School Lead Teacher

  • Sandy Springs, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Educational and Other Requirements Bachelors Degree, preferably in early childhood education or related field. Valid T-4 or higher certification from the state of Georgia....

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: + Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, approved related degree or higher credential + Experience leading...

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 10 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, approved related degree or higher credential Experience leading a classroom...

Lead Teacher - Infant Room

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge of child development/management techniques, appropriate activities for preschool/school age children, and related care regulations....

School Administrator

  • Clarkston, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Clarkston, GA (15 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) - Atlanta Area School for the Deaf (AASD) is recruiting for an experienced School Administrator. The School Administrator serves as a...

Lead Teacher - Georgia

  • Smyrna, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 13 days ago

childhood education specialties, a TCD, or any college degree in ECE or Child Development....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Sunbrook Academy, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education...

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 28 days ago

Sunbrook Academy, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking an Infant Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Forest Park, GA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.6%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
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 Forest Park, GA
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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