Principal Jobs in Levittown, 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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Lead Teacher

  • Bellmore, NY (3 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellmore, NY (3 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 3 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...

UPK certified Lead Teacher

  • Huntington, NY (11 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (11 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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

Lead Teacher - 3's

  • Tuckahoe, NY (22 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tuckahoe, NY (22 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Licensed Child Care Center located in Tuckahoe, NY seeks fulltime Lead PreK Teacher: 8:00am-5:00pm Position Requirements: Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Development or related field is...

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Hauppauge

  • Hauppauge, NY (18 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (18 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 11 days ago

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

3k and Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Long Island City, NY (21 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (21 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 12 days ago

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

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Early Childhood Education is an essential developmental milestone for children and we want to ensure they receive a quality educational experience....

Lead Teacher - Afterschool PS 156

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Position: Lead Teacher - Afterschool Location: PS 156 The Waverly School of the Arts, 104 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn 11212 Reports to: Program Director Hours: Part Time - Hourly; During the school...

UPK Lead Teacher - Roslyn

  • New Hyde Park, NY (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 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 (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 days ago

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

Infant/ Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 27 days ago

Do you love working with children, have experience in a classroom setting and an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or a CDA?...

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Glen Head

  • Glen Head, NY (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Glen Head, NY (8 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 28 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 (22 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (22 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 28 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 (6 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (6 miles from Levittown, 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...

Childcare Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Education....

Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Levittown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. Previous experience working with young children in an educational setting is preferred....

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Levittown, NY

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Levittown, NY 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 Levittown, 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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