Principal Jobs in Bedford, TX

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 - 2 year olds

  • Cadence Academy Preschool
  • Lewisville, TX (12 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (12 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field....

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Head of School

  • Good Shepherd Episcopal School
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Good Shepherd Episcopal School Dallas, TX United States K-8 School Position Starts: July 1, 2027 Application Deadline: Until Filled Carney, Sandoe & Associates is excited to support Good Shepherd...

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Lead Teacher

  • Childcare Network, Inc.
  • Cedar Hill, TX (20 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Hill, TX (20 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging,...

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Montessori Lead Teacher: Dallas, TX

  • Bezos Academy
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (19 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Above all, you demonstrate passion for our mission to expand access to high quality preschool in under-resourced communities....

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Part Time Lead Teacher, The Childrens Courtyard on Matlock Road

  • Children's Courtyard
  • Arlington, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America's second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education....

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Lead Teacher

  • Learning Care Group
  • Lewisville, TX (12 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (12 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 12 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 21 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

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Daycare Center Lead Teacher - Children's Courtyard, W Polo Rd

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Grand Prairie, TX (9 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (9 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 12 days ago

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

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Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Childcare Network, Inc.
  • Duncanville, TX (18 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Duncanville, TX (18 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 13 days ago

You will serve as a trusted partner to families, a positive role model for children, and an important part of our collaborative teaching team dedicated to making early childhood education engaging,...

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Daycare Center Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Hardwood Rd.

  • Learning Care Group
  • Bedford, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Bedford, TX
  • 14 days ago

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

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Daycare Center Lead Teacher - Children's Courtyard, Corporate Circle

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Southlake, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 14 days ago

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

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Lead Teacher -Toddlers

  • Cadence Academy Preschool
  • Carrollton, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (15 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Join the Big League : With 340+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the GOAT of early childhood education!...

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Lead Teacher

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Grand Prairie, TX (9 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (9 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 21 days ago

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

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Lead Teacher

  • The Learning Experience
  • Southlake, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (6 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 26 days ago

A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential. State Compliance: Must meet state-specific guidelines for the role....

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Lead Teacher, The Children's Courtyard of NRH/Keller

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • North Richland Hills, TX (8 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • North Richland Hills, TX (8 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 27 days ago

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

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Lead Teacher, Children's Courtyard of Coppell

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Coppell, TX (11 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Coppell, TX (11 miles from Bedford, TX)
  • 29 days ago

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

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Demographic Data for Bedford, TX

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Bedford, TX

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Bedford, TX 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 Bedford, TX
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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