Principal Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

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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GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher, Childtime of Southfield

Southfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
1 day ago

Southfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
1 day ago

Candidates should bring: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or valid teaching certificate with ZA/ZS endorsement Experience leading a classroom...

Lead Teacher, Childtime on Crooks

Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
4 days ago

Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
4 days ago

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

Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher at Commerce Township KinderCare

Walled Lake, MI (21 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
8 days ago

Walled Lake, MI (21 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
8 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 at Berkley KinderCare

Berkley, MI (15 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

Berkley, MI (15 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher at Commerce Township KinderCare

Commerce Township, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

Commerce Township, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

Lead Teacher

Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
10 days ago

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

GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher

Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
14 days ago

Shelby Township, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
14 days ago

Lead Teacher

Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
18 days ago

Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
18 days ago

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

Lead Teacher ages Infants to 3 year olds

Macomb, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
29 days ago

Macomb, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
29 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...

Lead Teacher at Prevail Academy

Mount Clemens, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Mount Clemens, MI (16 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
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...

Toddler Lead Teacher

Macomb, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Macomb, MI (12 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Childhood Education or related field preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience preferred Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training...

Lead Teacher

Clarkston, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Clarkston, MI (13 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of West Bloomfield

West Bloomfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

West Bloomfield, MI (17 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Vice President of Academics/Chief Academic Officer

Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Farmington Hills, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
30+ days ago

Vice President of Academics/Chief Academic Officer Position Announcement The Michigan School of Psychology, a private, non-profit graduate institution dedicated to excellence in clinical...

GSRP (Pre-K) Lead Teacher, Gilden Woods Commerce Twp

Commerce Township, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
45+ days ago

Commerce Township, MI (20 miles from Rochester Hills, MI)
45+ days ago

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Demographic Data for Rochester Hills, MI

Moving to Rochester Hills, MI? Find some basic demographic data about Rochester Hills, MI below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Rochester Hills, MI

Local

National

Total Population

10,077,306

Number of Businesses

222,152

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Elementary Principal

Salary for Principal Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Principal positions.

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Rochester Hills, MI offer the following education background

Master's Degree

47.1%

Bachelor's Degree

25.8%

Doctorate Degree

14.0%

Associate's Degree

5.6%

Vocational Degree or Certification

3.9%

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 Rochester Hills, MI

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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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