Principal Jobs in Beverly, MA

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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High School: Engineering Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Lynn, MA (8 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lynn, MA (8 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

plans, unit plans, rubrics, and assessmentsSet specific, ambitious growth goals with all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet themInnovate on best practices...

Interim Head of School

  • Lawrence, MA (18 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lawrence, MA (18 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

The Interim Head of School will work with the Director of Academics and the Chief Academic Officer to develop and implement the academic, social, and cultural life of the school. This is a...

Middle School: ELA Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies...

Lead Teacher, Child Care Ctr

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required Early Childhood Education or closely related field preferred Experience: Three to five years of professional teaching experience with infants, toddlers...

Lead Teacher, Child Care Ctr Boston Children's Hospital

  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, MA (22 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required Early Childhood Education or closely related field preferred Experience: Three to five years of professional teaching experience with infants, toddlers...

Middle School: ELA Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Lynn, MA (8 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (8 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago

plans, unit plans, rubrics, and assessments Set specific, ambitious growth goals with all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet them Innovate on best practices...

Lead Teacher, Child Care Ctr

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree required Early Childhood Education or closely related field preferred Experience: Three to five years of professional teaching experience with infants, toddlers...

Head Of School/Head Of School Fellow

  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (17 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Organization OverviewExcel Academy is a network of 5 schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5-12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively...

Executive Administrive Assistant to the Head of School

  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (23 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Lowell Catholic provides a safe, caring environment where students in grades Preschool - 12, from over 30 local communities and eleven different nations, create a community of learners who, in accordance...

PT Lead Teacher - Classroom Support

  • Brookline, MA (21 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brookline, MA (21 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 11 days ago

We are looking for a dedicated educator to support toddler and preschool classrooms (ages 12 months to 5 years) by providing coverage, maintaining ratios, and assisting with curriculum delivery....

Lead Teacher (Full-Time)

  • Salem, MA (4 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Salem, MA (4 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Company Overview Lead Teacher (Full-Time) Full-Time | Salem, MA At Catapult Learning, we provide educational solutions that generate academic achievement and better life outcomes for students....

Regional School Leader (SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (19 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (19 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 14 days ago

leadership and operations within their assigned schools....

Lead Teacher, Everbrook of Cambridge

  • Cambridge, MA (19 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (19 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Complete extensive training that provides insight on child care, preschool and development topics. Creative!...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

Montessori Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (20 miles from Beverly, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Effective oral and written communication Staying up-to-date with current trends and research in education Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Beverly, MA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Beverly, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.0%
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
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Beverly, MA
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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