Principal Jobs in South 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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Lead Teacher - Older Infants

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 3 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Aiken, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 3 days ago

childhood education best practices....

High School Academic Administrator

  • North, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • North, SC
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Certificates and Licenses: Tennessee Principal Certification Residency Requirements: Tennessee Residents Preferred....

Remote Work

Third Grade Lead Teacher

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Possess excellent communication skills - written and verbal, as well as organizational skills Education and Experience Bachelors degree in Elementary Education or related field required; Masters degree...

Young Toddler Lead Teacher (18-24mos)

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 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...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 days ago

Childhood Education or related field preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience preferred Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training...

Infant LEAD Teacher

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 10 days ago

If you have experience working with children, wed love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education....

Lead Teacher

  • Indian Land, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Indian Land, SC
  • 10 days ago

childhood education?...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 11 days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood...

State Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • West Columbia, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC
  • 15 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...

Lead Teacher

  • Greenville, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 15 days ago

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

Lead Teacher-$500 Sign on Bonus

  • Taylors, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Taylors, SC
  • 16 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 29 days ago

early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff....

Lead Teacher

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 30+ days ago

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

Head of School - 2026-27

  • Florence, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Trinity Collegiate School, a premier independent school serving students in grades 6-12, with approximately 350 students, seeks an exceptional educational leader to serve as Head of School for the...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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


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Salary for Principal Jobs in South 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 South Carolina offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.5%
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 South 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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