Principal Jobs in North Carolina

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

  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Holly Springs, NC
  • 13 hours ago

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

NC Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Elizabethtown, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Elizabethtown, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Overview Join Us as a NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!...

NC Pre-K Lead Teacher : $750 Sign On Bonus

  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanford, NC
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join Us as a NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!...

Lead Teacher

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago

Want to learn more about Child Development Schools?...

Custodial Services Coordinator/Head School Custodian

  • Rockingham, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockingham, NC
  • 8 days ago

Custodial Services Coordinator/Head School Custodian Richmond County Schools Maintenance Department - Rockingham, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Richmond...

Pre Kindergarten Co Lead Teacher (9am-6pm)

  • Waxhaw, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Waxhaw, NC
  • 9 days ago

If you are interested in a career working with children and getting them kindergarten-ready, wed love to talk to you about your career path in early childhood education....

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Job Description : Toddler Lead Teacher Job Summary: Instructs children in activities according to an...

25/26 Chief Academic Officer (CAO) 205046

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Board of Education, principals, teachers, parents, and community groups)....

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

  • Apex, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 11 days ago

required 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 completed state-required...

State Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Kernersville, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC
  • 13 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies or related degree Experience leading a classroom and...

NC Pre-K Lead Teacher : $500 Sign On Bonus

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 13 days ago

Overview Join Us as a NC Pre-K Lead Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!...

Lower School Lead Teacher 4th & 5th ELA

  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago

Our ideal candidate will: Instruct students in the areas of language arts and social studies with a strong emphasis on collaborating with a grade-level teaching partner and the co-curricular teaching...

Lead Teacher - Special Programs

  • Cary, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 15 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Masterss degree in early childhood education or related field....

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Indian Trail, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Indian Trail, NC
  • 15 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-SIGN ON BONUS $500 after 60 days- $500 after 6months

  • Matthews, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Matthews, NC
  • 16 days ago

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

Demographic Data for North Carolina

Moving to North Carolina? Find some basic demographic data about North Carolina below.


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Salary for Principal Jobs in North Carolina

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.



Highest Education Level

Principals in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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