Principal Jobs in Maryland

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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Childhood Education, Human Services or a related field from an accredited college or university Your 90 hour child care certification and 9 hours in communication Your Child Development Associate certificate...

PreK Nursery Lead Teacher

  • Westminster, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 1 day ago

Those with an AA or BA in early childhood education or an AA or BA in an unrelated field + the above requirements preferred....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Germantown, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Germantown, MD
  • 2 days ago

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

Lead Teacher at Scotchtown Hills Elementary

  • Laurel, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Laurel, MD
  • 5 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...

Lead Teacher at Northview Elementary

  • Bowie, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowie, MD
  • 5 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...

Lead Teacher-Promotion

  • Frederick, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 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....

Assistant Director

  • Laurel, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Laurel, MD
  • 11 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...

Lead Teacher

  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 12 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

  • Germantown, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Germantown, MD
  • 16 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 19 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 19 days ago

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

Teachers at Fridley KinderCare

  • Hanover, MD
  • 27 days ago
  • Hanover, MD
  • 27 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...

Lead Teacher at Rockledge Elementary

  • Bowie, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowie, MD
  • 30+ 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...

Lead Teacher- Infant and Toddler

  • Abingdon, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Abingdon, MD
  • 30+ days ago

For toddlers, using the Discovering Me program within Kiddie Academy's Life Essentials Curriculum as a guide through sensory based learning experience Qualifications 1-year minimum early childhood education...

Program for Young Children Lead Teacher

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have an early childhood and/or elementary education degree (graduate work preferred), at least two years of teaching experience, and experience with project-based or emergent...

Head of School Grace Classical Academy

  • Bel Air, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bel Air, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Affiliations: Society for Classical Learning MSDE Certified Meet Grace Classical Academy Your Child Deserves a Great Education. You Deserve Peace of Mind. A Pre K-3 through 12th grade classical...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Principal Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Maryland

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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