Principal Jobs in Berwyn, PA

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 46 Jobs

Preschool Infant Lead Teacher

  • Tredyffrin, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Tredyffrin, PA
  • 18 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Newtown Square, PA (3 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (3 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Preschool Beginner Lead Teacher

  • West Chester, PA (8 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (8 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Preschool Lead Teacher - Intermediates

  • Limerick, PA (12 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Limerick, PA (12 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Newtown Square, PA (3 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (3 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Lead Teacher

  • Sanatoga, PA (17 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sanatoga, PA (17 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with...

Preschool Beginner Lead Teacher

  • Exton, PA (9 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Exton, PA (9 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Associate's degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Lead Teacher

  • Wilmington, DE (21 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (21 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago

You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education....

Preschool Lead Teacher - SIGN ON BONUS

  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Toddler Lead Teacher - SIGN ON BONUS

  • Oaks, PA (6 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oaks, PA (6 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 4 days ago

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Head Teacher

  • Meadowbrook, PA (18 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Meadowbrook, PA (18 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 7 days ago

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Redeemer Health is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination in employment due to race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual...

Lead Teacher, LaPetite Academy of Hockessin

  • Hockessin, DE (20 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE (20 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Floating Head Teacher

  • Philadelphia, PA (16 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (16 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Must have a baccalaureate or advanced degree in early childhood education or equivalent....

Head Teacher, Drueding

  • Philadelphia, PA (16 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (16 miles from Berwyn, PA)
  • 13 days ago

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relating field such as Elementary Education, Child Development and Special Education, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Berwyn, PA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Berwyn, PA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.9%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
High School or GED
3.2%
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 Berwyn, PA
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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