Principal Jobs in Norcross, 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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Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Woodstock, GA (18 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodstock, GA (18 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 1 day 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...

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Forest Park, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest Park, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 1 day ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides individual and small group instruction designed to meet individual needs of students in communication skills, early literacy and numeracy skills, health habits, physical...

Chilldcare Lead Teacher

  • Smyrna, GA (17 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (17 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine ; Use our parent communication app...

Lead Teacher - Two- and Three-Year-Old Classrooms

  • Norcross, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 4 days ago

Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming....

Lead Teacher - Toddler

  • Lawrenceville, GA (12 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, GA (12 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 7 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 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....

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Sugar Hill, GA (16 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sugar Hill, GA (16 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 8 days ago

The Learning Grove Academy Sugar Hill is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teacher s to support the following age groups: Infant To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school...

Lead Teacher - Georgia

  • East Point, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • East Point, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 9 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher - East Point Center

  • East Point, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • East Point, GA (24 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 12 days 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...

Twos Lead Teacher

  • Loganville, GA (19 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Loganville, GA (19 miles from Norcross, 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...

Childcare Infants Lead Teacher

  • Dacula, GA (18 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dacula, GA (18 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 15 days ago

childhood education and curriculum Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required Must have CDA/degree in ECE Must...

Lead Teacher

  • Suwanee, GA (10 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (10 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 15 days ago

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

Pre-K Lead Teacher - AL

  • Snellville, GA (13 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Snellville, GA (13 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 16 days ago

Want to learn more about Child Development Schools?...

Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 18 days 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...

Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher

  • Chamblee, GA (5 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chamblee, GA (5 miles from Norcross, GA)
  • 19 days 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...

Demographic Data for Norcross, GA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Norcross, GA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Norcross, GA 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 Norcross, 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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