Principal Jobs in Newport, RI

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 and Coach - Early Childhood Literacy

  • New Bedford Public Schools
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 6 days ago

REPORTS TO: Principal/ Designee...

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Little Trax Lead Teacher

  • HEALTHTRAX INTERNATIONAL GROUP
  • East Providence, RI (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 8 days ago

You will ensure a safe and educational environment for young children, develop lesson plans, carry out activities on a daily basis, supervise staff assigned to assist in the classroom, maintain regular...

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Lead Teacher and Coach (School Year 2026-2027)

  • Elizabeth C. Brooks Elementary School
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 20 days ago

Reports to: School Principal or Designee Position Type:Full-time...

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Executive Assistant to Head of School

  • Lincoln School
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 21 days ago

Lincoln School, founded in 1884, is an independent K-12 Quaker girls' school in Providence, Rhode Island. We are seeking applicants for a full-time Executive Assistant to the Head of School. As a...

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Lead Teacher and Coach (School Year 2026-2027)

  • New Bedford Public Schools
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 22 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 22 days ago

Travel between school locations throughout the work day as needed.Reports to: School Principal or Designee...

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ALP Lead Teacher - EPHS

  • East Providence High School
  • East Providence, RI (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 22 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 22 days ago

ALP Lead Teacher - EPHS East Providence School Department East Providence High School - East Providence, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job...

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Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Tender Hearts
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 26 days ago

Company Overview We are currently seeking a Pre-K Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers...

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Lead Teacher and Coach

  • New Bedford Public Schools
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Contact Information Lina DeJesus, Principal 445 Ashley Blvd New Bedford, Massachusetts 02745 Phone: ... x-2248 Email: ......

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Demographic Data for Newport, RI

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Newport, RI

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Newport, RI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.2%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
Doctorate Degree
13.6%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.0%
High School or GED
3.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Newport, RI
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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