Principal Jobs in Sugar Land, 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

  • The Goddard School
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with...

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Special Education Lead Teacher

  • Fusion
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Fusion Academy is the school that changes everything! We're a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 512, where every class is personalized to each student's strengths, interests, and...

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Lead Teacher

  • Seven Oaks Learning LLC
  • Fulshear, TX (17 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fulshear, TX (17 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 4 days ago

More Results Lead Teacher Employer Seven Oaks Learning LLC Location Fulshear, Texas, US Salary Competitive Closing date Jun 1, 2026 View more categories View less categories Sector...

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Anticipated Lower Elementary Lead Teacher (2026-2027)

  • Responsive Education Solutions
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Education Bachelor’s degree with an academic minor or major (minimum of 18 credit hours) in the core academic subject areas to be taught Bachelor’s degree and documented successful, relevant work experience...

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Lead Teacher

  • Learning Care Group
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 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

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 7 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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K-5 Lead Teacher

  • The Fay School
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Maintains daily lesson plans and updates curriculum maps to reflect current student learning....

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Primary (Preschool) Lead Teacher

  • The Fay School
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Maintains daily lesson plans and updates curriculum maps to reflect current student learning....

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Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Sunterra

  • Learning Care Group
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 27 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, 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 - Montessori

  • Endeavor Schools
  • Pearland, TX (21 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (21 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 28 days ago

The ability to be patient, collaborative, creative, and passionate about Early Childhood education is essential for this role....

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Summer Camp Lead Teacher, Childtime of Houston

  • Learning Care Group
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 29 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, 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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Lead Teacher, Montessori Unlimited of Sugar Land

  • Learning Care Group
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sugar Land, 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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Lead Teacher, Montessori Unlimited of Sugar Land

  • U-Gro Learning Centres
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sugar Land, 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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Lead Teacher- TX

  • Children of America
  • Fulshear, TX (17 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fulshear, TX (17 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

As a Lead Teacher, you will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education...

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Montessori Lead Teacher

  • Learning Care Group
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Completed a high school diploma or equivalent; bachelors degree and coursework in early childhood education preferred....

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Demographic Data for Sugar Land, TX

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Sugar Land, 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 Sugar Land, 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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