Principal Jobs in Prosper, 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 (24 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (24 miles from Prosper, 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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Part Time Lead Teacher

  • Childcare Network, Inc.
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Lead Teacher -- McKinney, TX Your role As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will take ownership of a classroom and be the primary educator for the children and families in your...

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Lead Teacher

  • Learning Care Group
  • Lewisville, TX (24 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (24 miles from Prosper, 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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Lead Teacher, The Children's Courtyard of Melissa

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Melissa, TX (14 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Melissa, TX (14 miles from Prosper, 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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Daycare Center Lead Teacher - Pathways Learning Academy, 3rd St.

  • Learning Care Group
  • Sachse, TX (24 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sachse, TX (24 miles from Prosper, 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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Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Childcare Network, Inc.
  • Denton, TX (20 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 14 days ago
  • Denton, TX (20 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 14 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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Lead Teacher for 2s

  • The Learning Experience
  • Aubrey, TX (10 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Aubrey, TX (10 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Education....

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Lead Teacher -Toddlers

  • Cadence Academy Preschool
  • Carrollton, TX (22 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (22 miles from Prosper, 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, Children's Courtyard of Coppell

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Coppell, TX (23 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coppell, TX (23 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ 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 Prosper

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Prosper, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Prosper, TX
  • 30+ 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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Infant Lead teacher

  • The Goddard School
  • Wylie, TX (22 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wylie, TX (22 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Infant Lead Teacher Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education?...

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Part Time Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of McKinney

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ 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 - Everbrook Academy, Orchid Dr.

  • Learning Care Group
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX (13 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 30+ 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, LaPetite Academy of Plano

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Plano, TX (15 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Plano, TX (15 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 45+ 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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Early Childhood Lead Teacher - Van Alstyne

  • Lionheartkid
  • Van Alstyne, TX (18 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Van Alstyne, TX (18 miles from Prosper, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

The Lead Teacher is a role model and mentor within the classroom, responsible for delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and Christ-centered programs for children. In addition to...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Prosper, TX

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Prosper, 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 Prosper, 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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