Principal Jobs in Union City, 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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Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Vinings, GA (21 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vinings, GA (21 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Education OR other related degrees, TCC, OR Child Development Associate (CDA) is required 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool...

GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Douglasville, GA (17 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Douglasville, GA (17 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation & Pay Range: Starting base salary: $41,717+ for Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Starting base salary: $65,000+ for Teaching Certificate AND Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Douglasville, GA (17 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (17 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field. Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher (a must!)....

Lead Teacher

  • Riverdale, GA (8 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Riverdale, GA (8 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Lead Teacher

  • Peachtree City, GA (12 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Peachtree City, GA (12 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred Has successfully...

Preschool Lead Teacher - East Point Center

  • East Point, GA (8 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Point, GA (8 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 8 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...

GA Prek Lead Teacher- Atlanta GA

  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 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 - Georgia

  • Villa Rica, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Villa Rica, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 days ago

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

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

  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 20 days ago

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

School Administrator

  • Clarkston, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clarkston, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

leadership and assist in leading a learning community Utilize data to make instructional decisions, organizational management planning and activities, and guide school success Develop and implement...

Lead Teacher

  • Smyrna, GA (20 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (20 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 30+ 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...

GA Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Stockbridge, GA (20 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stockbridge, GA (20 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Pre-K Lead Teacher_GA

  • Villa Rica, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Villa Rica, GA (23 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Head Start Lead Teacher (All Locations)

  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education Excellent verbal/written communication skills PDS documentation, transcripts, and proff of credentials While performing the duties of this...

Early Learning Lead Teacher (All Locations)

  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (15 miles from Union City, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Ergonomic Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to perform physical requirements, including...

Demographic Data for Union City, GA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Union City, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Union City, GA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.5%
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 Union City, 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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