What does a School Principal do?
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What the job involves
- Lead and supervise faculty and staff to support their professional growth.
- Develop and implement curriculum and instructional programs to improve student achievement.
- Manage school budgets and allocate resources for effective operations.
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and the community.
- Ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Evaluate student performance and use data to guide school improvement.
- Foster a positive school culture that promotes engagement and belonging.
- Collaborate with district leadership to align school practices with strategic goals.
Summed up from 30 recent School Principal job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- School Leadership 2 in 10 postings
- Data Analysis 2 in 10 postings
- Coaching 1 in 10 postings
- Curriculum Development 1 in 10 postings
- Special Education 1 in 15 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Teaching Certification 1 in 15 postings
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Experience asked for
- 1 to 2 years 1 in 15 postings
- 3 to 4 years 5 in 10 postings
- 5 years or more 4 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 3 years.
Education asked for
- Associate degree 1 in 180 postings
- Bachelor's degree 4 in 10 postings
- Master's degree 6 in 10 postings
- Doctorate 1 in 180 postings
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Is this role in demand?
227 open School Principal jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- California29 open
- Texas25 open
- New York18 open
- Illinois13 open
- North Carolina11 open
Typical pay $120,200 a year (most between $84k and $158k). See the full salary breakdown