Principal Jobs in Minnesota

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 32 Jobs

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 1 day 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...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Andover, MN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Andover, MN
  • 14 hours 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...

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

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Apple Valley, $1000 Sign on Bonus!

  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Apple Valley, MN
  • 1 day ago

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

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

  • Elk River, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 6 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...

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...

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Maple Grove, $1000 Retention Bonus

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 8 days ago

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

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Brooklyn Park

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 9 days ago

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

Lead Teacher

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 10 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...

Lead Teacher, La Petite Academy of Oakdale

  • Oakdale, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Oakdale, MN
  • 14 days ago

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

Early PreSchool Lead Teacher(Childcare, Daycare)

  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN
  • 14 days ago

potential emergency situations - First Aid and CPR certifications Related Experience: Lead Teacher Child care or Day care, Assistant Teacher Child care or Daycare, Aide Childcare or Daycare, Lead Preschool...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Richfield, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • Richfield, MN
  • 15 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

  • Andover, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Andover, MN
  • 18 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, LaPetite Academy of New Hope

  • New Hope, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • New Hope, MN
  • 21 days ago

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

Early Childhood Lead Teacher

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 24 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 24 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....

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Minnesota

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Principals in Minnesota offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.3%
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 Minnesota
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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