Principal Jobs in Oak Park, MI

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Novi

  • Novi, MI (17 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Novi, MI (17 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime on Crooks

  • Troy, MI (9 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Troy, MI (9 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 2 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Farmington Hills

  • Farmington Hills, MI (12 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington Hills, MI (12 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 5 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Commerce Township

  • Commerce Township, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Commerce Township, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 5 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime on Cherry Hill Road

  • Canton, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Canton, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 8 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Macomb

  • Macomb, MI (19 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Macomb, MI (19 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Westland

  • Westland, MI (13 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Westland, MI (13 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Macomb

  • Novi, MI (17 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Novi, MI (17 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 13 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime on Renaissance Center

  • Detroit, MI (10 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (10 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 16 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Northville

  • Northville, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Northville, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 20 days ago

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

GSRP Lead Teacher (Site Manager)

  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (14 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Grosse Pointe Woods, MI (14 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 20 days ago

U Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of a BA/BS Degree in Early Childhood or Child Development from an accredited college or university preferred; BA/BS in progress with an Early Childhood Major Proficiency...

Lead Teacher, Childtime on 24 Mile Road

  • Shelby Township, MI (16 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 21 days ago
  • Shelby Township, MI (16 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 21 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Gilden Woods New Hudson

  • New Hudson, MI (22 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • New Hudson, MI (22 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 23 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of South Lyon

  • South Lyon, MI (24 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 23 days ago
  • South Lyon, MI (24 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 23 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Commerce Township

  • Commerce Township, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Commerce Township, MI (18 miles from Oak Park, MI)
  • 26 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Oak Park, MI

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Oak Park, MI

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Oak Park, MI 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 Oak Park, MI
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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