Principal Jobs in New York

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

  • Huntington, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Huntington, NY
  • 26 days ago

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

Summer Camp Part Time Lead Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Summer Camp Part-Time Lead Teacher Do you have experience working with children in a camp, school or After School setting? Are you passionate about Educational Enrichment, Sports & Art? Bring your...

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Hauppauge

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Lead Teacher

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY
  • 3 days ago

Childhood Education, along with a BA or MS in Early Childhood Education....

Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler

  • Medford, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Medford, NY
  • 4 days ago

to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff....

Jewish nursery school lead teacher

  • West Hempstead, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • West Hempstead, NY
  • 5 days ago

Lead full time teacher for three year old class in a day care center. Energetic, highly organized, fun teacher able to implement a full curriculum with energy and enthusiasm. Competitive salary...

[2025-2026] Social Studies Lead Teacher - Middle

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] Algebra 1 Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] Math Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] English / ELA Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] English 1 & English 2 Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] Algebra 2 Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] AP Government / Economics Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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[2025-2026] Science Lead Teacher - High School

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

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Salary for Principal Jobs in New York

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in New York offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.3%
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 New York
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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