Principal Jobs in Andover, MA

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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Admin - Chief Academic Officer (District Wide) (SY25-26)

  • Chelsea, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chelsea, MA (18 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Assist Principals when needed in the selection of staff members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the superintendent....

Head of School

  • Haverhill, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Haverhill, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Head of School will report directly to the pastor of Sacred Hearts Parish and oversees the Assistant Principals, faculty, and staff, providing leadership, and educational and strategic direction...

Middle School: Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies...

High School: Math Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies...

Middle School: ELA Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies...

ELA Learning Specialist Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 1 day ago

group instruction/pull out, etc....

Infant Toddler Lead Teacher

  • North Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (8 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

TODDLER LEAD TEACHER, HR Children's Center

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Required Skills Lead Teacher Certified by MA Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Bachelor's degree or Associate's Degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field...

Middle School: ELA Lead Teacher - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

  • Lynn, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (17 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies...

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR EEC State of MA Teacher certification required 2+ years of experience in...

SY 25 - 26 Special Education Lead Teacher 4-5

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

THE POSITION Reporting to the DCI of Special Education, the Special Education Lead Teacher will meet the needs of traditionally underserved children and provide quality academic and behavioral...

Assistant Head of School - Upper Grades 10,11,12 [BASAS 10B](SY25-26)

  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roxbury, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Assistant Head of School- Upper Grades Boston Green Academy, an innovative "in-district" charter school within the Boston Public Schools, is seeking to hire a committed, skilled and inspiring...

Head Teacher - Word Detectives program

  • Roxbury Crossing, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Roxbury Crossing, MA (22 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 8 days ago

group instruction Training in the Responsive Classroom approach is preferred Experience supervising graduate students and assistant teachers is preferred Position Type Temporary Additional Information...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Woburn, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (11 miles from Andover, MA)
  • 9 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR EEC State of MA Teacher certification required 2+ years of experience in...

Demographic Data for Andover, MA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Andover, MA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Andover, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
High School or GED
3.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Andover, MA
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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