Principal Jobs in Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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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Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Medford, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Medford, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 2 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

  • Bellmore, NY (13 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellmore, NY (13 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 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...

Pre- K Lead Teacher

  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 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 - Infant

  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (18 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 6 days ago

childhood education!...

UPK certified Lead Teacher

  • Huntington, NY (2 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (2 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 7 days ago

A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential. State Compliance: Must meet state specific guidelines for the role....

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Hauppauge

  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 14 days ago

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

UPK Lead Teacher - Roslyn

  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have a NYS certification, experience in early childhood education, and strong classroom management skills....

UPK Head Teacher - New Hyde Park

  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have a NYS certification, experience in early childhood education, and strong classroom management skills....

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Glen Head

  • Glen Head, NY (7 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Glen Head, NY (7 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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

[2025-2026] Lead Teacher - High School

  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description About KIPP NYC: KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and...

Child Care Lead Teacher (Infant)

  • Woodbury, NY (3 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (3 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 30+ 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

  • Tuckahoe, NY (20 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tuckahoe, NY (20 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

This is not an entry-level position - experience in a preschool setting is required....

Head Teacher

  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (24 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or related field. Classroom and supervisory experience required. Sound understanding of developmental theory and practice....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Bayside, NY (17 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bayside, NY (17 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

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

2025 Summer Success: Committee/ Curriculum Committees Lead Teacher

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Cold Spring Harbor, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Studies and CTE, Middle School - ELA, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, Grades 6-12 (MS/HS) - World Language and Multi Language Learner, Grades K-12 - Art, Music and PE/Health....

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Cold Spring Harbor, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Cold Spring Harbor, NY 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 Cold Spring Harbor, NY
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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