Principal Jobs in Eagan, MN

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

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 1 day ago

RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Early Childhood Education Director who reports to the ECE Director of Operations....

Lead Teacher

  • Excelsior, MN (23 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Excelsior, MN (23 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 3 days ago

With mixed-age classrooms and carefully curated Montessori materials, we embrace the authentic Montessori Method, as we guide young learners toward the future, so they become innovative thinkers, good...

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Head of School

  • Hopkins, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hopkins, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Invite a friend Job Description: The Blake School seeks to hire an Administrative Assistant to the Associate Head of School. This full-time, year-round role is central to school operations:...

Special Education Lead Teacher (SELT)

  • Shoreview, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shoreview, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Special Education Teaching Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Pinewood Elementary   Additional Information: Show/Hide Position: Special Education Lead Teacher Work Schedule:...

Lead Teacher - Champions

  • Burnsville, MN (11 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burnsville, MN (11 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago

At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options...

Lead Teacher - Montessori

  • Maple Grove, MN (24 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (24 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 9 days ago

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

Early Childhood Lead Teacher (Midway)

  • Saint Paul, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Maintain licensing/NAEYC accreditation requirements. Maintain CACFP and Minnesota Department of Health Licensing for meals and snacks, Licensing standards, NAEYC, Parent Aware if applicable....

Preschool Lead Teacher - Infants, Toddlers, Preschool

  • Richfield, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Richfield, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago

Requirements: Need to have obtained some post-secondary credits in Early Childhood Education or related area. Must maintain CPR and First Aid certifications that Fraser provides....

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Lil Explorers, 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 education...

Lead Teacher - Preshool

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 22 days ago

RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Early Childhood Education Director who reports to the ECE Director of Operations....

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (17 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (17 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking to hire Multi-Tasking Super-Heroes who love to work with children! Join our passionate team to help children THRIVE in a fun environment where we end the day with a good dance party...

Lead Teacher, LaPetite Academy of New Hope

  • New Hope, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Hope, MN (14 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 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....

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Maple Grove

  • Maple Grove, MN (24 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (24 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Lead Teacher

  • Savage, MN (13 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Savage, MN (13 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 90+ 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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Salary for Principal Jobs in Eagan, MN

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Eagan, MN 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 Eagan, MN
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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