Principal Jobs in Hopkins, MN

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Lead Teacher

  • Excelsior, MN (9 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Excelsior, MN (9 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 3 days ago

With mixed-age classrooms and carefully curated Montessori materials, we embrace the authentic Montessori Method, as we guide young learners toward the future, so they become innovative thinkers, good...

Lead Teacher

  • Excelsior, MN (9 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Excelsior, MN (9 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 days ago

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

Lead Teacher/Assistant Teacher/Teacher Aide

  • Albertville, MN (23 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albertville, MN (23 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 days ago

If you have experience working with children, wed love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today!...

Lead Teacher

  • Albertville, MN (23 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albertville, MN (23 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 4 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

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 5 days ago

AA or BA in Child Development or Early Childhood Education....

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Eagan

  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Eagan, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 5 days ago

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

Lead Teacher- Young Threes/Older Toddlers (TF)

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 10 days ago

LADC is a NAEYC Nationally Accredited and a 4-Star Parent Aware-rated program since 2009. Join this high-quality, energetic team! Requirements: PIbf67911f07fc-31......

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Eden Prairie

  • Eden Prairie, MN (2 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (2 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 10 days ago

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

School Leader/Principal, K-8 SY25-26

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 13 days ago

of appropriate application and differentiation of high-leverage instructional strategies (e.g. student rigor, pacing, stretch it, etc.) based on comprehension of child development and pedagogy Relationship...

Lead Teacher/PLC Coordinator - Harambee Elementary - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Roseville, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Roseville, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 19 days ago

Lead Teacher/PLC Coordinator - Harambee Elementary - 2025-2026 School Year JobID: 7978 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Lead Teacher Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Harambee Community...

Child Care Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Posting summary Child Care Lead Teacher Employer: BROOKLYN CENTER SCHOOL DISTRICT Location: District Wide Category: Community Education PostingID: 3073 Work schedule and other requirements...

Centaur Beginnings Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 23 days ago

Both positions will lead child care and educational programs, plan activities, supervise children, coordinates parent communication and maintain program records....

Special Education Lead Teacher - Small Group Programming at Dakota Ridge School

  • Rosemount, MN (22 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosemount, MN (22 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson ... - ...) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen ... - ...) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding...

Elementary Special Education Lead Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Roseville, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Other duties as assigned by Principal or the Executive Director/Assistant Director of Student Services....

Lead Teacher, LaPetite Academy of New Hope

  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Hopkins, MN

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Hopkins, MN

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Hopkins, MN offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
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 Hopkins, MN
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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