Principal Jobs in Monticello, 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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Lead Teacher

  • Saint Cloud, MN (24 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN (24 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 2 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: + Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans. + The ability to meet state requirements for...

Lead Teacher - Montessori

  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 9 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Buffalo, MN (8 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Buffalo, MN (8 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Lil Exoplorers, 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 to...

Special Education Lead Teacher - 2024-25

  • Anoka, MN (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 23 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 (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 27 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...

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Maple Grove

  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, 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....

Special Education Lead Teacher - 2025-26

  • Anoka, MN (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Anoka, MN (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 27 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 (18 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Andover, MN (18 miles from Monticello, 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....

Special Education Department Lead Teacher (.5 FTE; 195 days/year)

  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborate with Building Principals on the provision of services consistent with School District and building philosophy and State and Federal rules in order to maintain compliance with required regulations...

Special Education Lead Teacher and Evaluator 1.0 FTE (.5 FTE Otsego Elementary School Lead Teacher/195 days and .5 FTE District Wide Evaluator/190 days)

  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborate with Building Principals on the provision of services consistent with School District and building philosophy and State and Federal rules in order to maintain compliance with required regulations...

Early PreSchool Lead Teacher(Childcare, Daycare)

  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (19 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

. - Assist with the implementation of the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum and programming. - Assist with maintaining an...

OES Special Education Department Lead Teacher; .5 FTE

  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elk River, MN (9 miles from Monticello, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

Collaborate with Building Principals on the provision of services consistent with School District and building philosophy and State and Federal rules in order to maintain compliance with required regulations...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Monticello, MN

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Monticello, 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 Monticello, 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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