Principal Jobs in Providence, 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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Head Teacher, Severe Disabilities, All Levels

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

plans prepared and ready for review that are appropriate for all students in the classroom.13.Develops and executes a classroom and school schedule that provides structure, consistency, predictability...

Middle School Head Teacher, Moderate Special Needs

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

HEAD TEACHER, Severe Special Needs Pre-K-8

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

HEAD TEACHER, MODERATE SPECIAL NEEDS PreK-8

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

East Walpole, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

Preschool Lead Teacher

Franklin, MA (18 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

Franklin, MA (18 miles from Providence, RI)
1 day ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

Lead Teacher

Lincoln, RI (6 miles from Providence, RI)
4 days ago

Lincoln, RI (6 miles from Providence, RI)
4 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS The Lead Teacher shall have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field from an accredited college or hold a minimum of 12 college credits in early childhood education...

Child Care Preschool Lead Teacher

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
8 days ago

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
8 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR EEC State of MA Teacher certification required 2+ years of experience in...

Pre-K Lead Teacher

Walpole, MA (23 miles from Providence, RI)
13 days ago

Walpole, MA (23 miles from Providence, RI)
13 days ago

Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field, preferred. Previous experience as a preschool lead teacher (a must!)....

Early Childhood - Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

Fall River, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
13 days ago

Fall River, MA (16 miles from Providence, RI)
13 days ago

This position aligns with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation standards, emphasizing high-quality early childhood education and best practices in child...

Child Care Infant Lead Teacher

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
15 days ago

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
15 days ago

Pre-K Lead Teacher

West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
17 days ago

West Bridgewater, MA (24 miles from Providence, RI)
17 days ago

Join a Leader : With 325+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the gold standard in early childhood education!...

Head Teacher

Putnam, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
19 days ago

Putnam, CT (23 miles from Providence, RI)
19 days ago

EDUCATION: OEC requirements: Option 1: At Least (3) credit school age or elementary education from a regionally accredited higher education institution....

Child Care Lead Teacher

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
20 days ago

Medway, MA (22 miles from Providence, RI)
20 days ago

Chief Academic Officer

Pawtucket, RI (3 miles from Providence, RI)
26 days ago

Pawtucket, RI (3 miles from Providence, RI)
26 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Strategic Instructional Leadership....

Lead Teacher at Anna Ware Jackson Primary

Plainville, MA (13 miles from Providence, RI)
29 days ago

Plainville, MA (13 miles from Providence, RI)
29 days ago

Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements Approved state trainer (preferred) 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred) Bachelors degree in Early Childhood...

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Demographic Data for Providence, RI

Moving to Providence, RI? Find some basic demographic data about Providence, RI below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Providence, RI

Local

National

Total Population

219,016

Number of Businesses

5,676

City Size

Large

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Title Synonyms

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Elementary Principal

Salary for Principal Jobs in Providence, RI

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.

CPR Certified

Highest Education Level

Principals in Providence, RI offer the following education background

Master's Degree

47.0%

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

0.2%

Some High School

0.2%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Providence, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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