Principal Jobs in Forest Lake, 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.

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Lead Teacher

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Special Education Lead Teacher (SELT)

  • Shoreview, MN (13 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shoreview, MN (13 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 5 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:...

Early Childhood Lead Teacher (Midway)

  • Saint Paul, MN (21 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (21 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 11 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....

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 16 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 (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 23 days ago

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

Special Education Lead Teacher - 2024-25

  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 24 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 24 days ago

Position Type: Licensed - Special Education/ Special Ed Lead Teacher Date Posted: 3/26/2025 Location: Evergreen Park Elementary School Closing Date: 04/02/2025    Special Education Lead...

Special Education Lead Teacher 25-26

  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 28 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Licensed - Special Education/ Special Ed Lead Teacher Date Posted: 3/22/2025 Location: Rum River Elementary School Closing Date: 03/29/2025    Special Education Lead Teacher...

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, 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...

Special Education Lead Teacher - 2025-26

  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 28 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Licensed - Special Education/ Special Ed Lead Teacher Date Posted: 3/22/2025 Location: Evergreen Park Elementary School Closing Date: 03/29/2025    Special Education Lead...

Infant/ Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Andover, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Andover, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

childhood education and preschool settings preferred At Primrose School of Andover at Crosstown, we believe that who children are is just as important as who they become....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Andover, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Andover, MN (20 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Lead Teacher, La Petite Academy of Oakdale

  • Oakdale, MN (18 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oakdale, MN (18 miles from Forest Lake, 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....

School Leader/Principal, K-8 SY25-26

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

development and pedagogy Relationship Building: Expertise in cultivating relationships and managing a diverse group of stakeholders Achievement Orientation: Demonstrated resilience and focus on student...

Lead Teacher

  • Blaine, MN (13 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Blaine, MN (13 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

Childhood Education or Child Development Associate Certification plus experience hours (Preferred) Experience: Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Make a difference every day....

School Leader/Principal, K-8

  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (22 miles from Forest Lake, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

development and pedagogy Relationship Building : Expertise in cultivating relationships and managing a diverse group of stakeholders Achievement Orientation : Demonstrated resilience and focus on student...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Forest Lake, MN

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Forest Lake, 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 Forest Lake, 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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