Principal Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

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

  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (20 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine ; Use our parent communication app...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

Your expertise in early childhood education, creativity, and ability to nurture independent thinking will be key to your success....

Lead Teacher

  • Arnold, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arnold, MO (18 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 1 day ago

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

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, 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...

Special Education Elementary Lead Teacher (24.25 School Year)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago

Special Education Elementary Lead Teacher (24.25 School Year) Full-time Grade Level: Elementary Subject: General Elementary Start Date: Next year opening Department: Teacher Company Description...

Middle School Assistant School Leader of Instruction (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 days ago

Company DescriptionWho we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As the...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Eureka, MO (24 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eureka, MO (24 miles from Saint Louis, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Cadence Academy, 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...

Assistant School Leader of Instruction - Middle School (Immediate Opening)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Company Description Who we are : KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis City. As...

Lead Teacher

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum Education and Experience: BS Degree Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology Minimum of two years experience in a child development center working with assigned age group First Aid/CPR...

Demographic Data for Saint Louis, MO

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Saint Louis, MO

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Saint Louis, MO 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 Saint Louis, MO
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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