Principal Jobs in Acworth, GA

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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Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 2 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, approved related degree or higher credential Experience leading a classroom...

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Preschool Pathways Lead Teacher

  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago

childhood education and preschool settings preferred At Primrose we believe that who children are is just as important as who they become....

GA PreK Lead Teacher

  • Woodstock, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Roswell, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (18 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 14 days ago

childhood education and curriculum Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required Must have CDA/degree in ECE Must...

Lead Teacher - Georgia - 251 and 267

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 15 days ago

childhood education specialties, a TCD, or any college degree in ECE or Child Development....

Lead Teacher - Georgia

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 15 days ago

childhood education specialties, a TCD, or any college degree in ECE or Child Development....

Montessori Lead Teacher

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 17 days ago

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

Pre-K Lead Teacher_GA

  • Douglasville, GA (19 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (19 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 28 days ago

Overview Join Us as a GA Pre-K Teacher and Shape the Future of Early Childhood Education!...

Lead Teacher

  • Holly Springs, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Holly Springs, GA (15 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Youll help guide these little ones through small group instruction as they grow their ability to absorb new content and understand increasingly complex information....

Lead Teacher

  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (10 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications: Must meet basic requirements of local childcare regulatory agency 1- 3 years of previous teaching or assistant teaching position in a licensed early childhood education, Preschool, PreK...

Lead Teacher

  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (24 miles from Acworth, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Acworth, GA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Acworth, GA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Acworth, GA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
High School or GED
3.4%
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 Acworth, GA
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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