Principal Jobs in Lambertville, NJ

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 20 Jobs

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Associates degree including 30 credit hours in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the Human Services field....

Head of School

  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Fusion Academy Heads of School are innovative, and inspiring leaders who exhibit a growth mindset and exhibit our company's core values. The Head of School is responsible for the...

Childcare Infant Lead Teacher

  • Newtown, PA (7 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newtown, PA (7 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Daycare Lead Infant Teacher Whisperer Wanted! A Child's World, Newtown, PA are on the hunt for an energetic, nurturing educator to join their team in the Infant Classroom! A Child's World is more...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with...

Child Care Lead Teacher

  • Souderton, PA (23 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Souderton, PA (23 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 2+ years experience in licensed childcare facility required Strong customer...

Head Teacher

  • Meadowbrook, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Meadowbrook, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

childhood development, early literacy and assessment for young children and one year's experience working with children OR Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary...

Lead Teacher

  • Lansdale, PA (22 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lansdale, PA (22 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Montgomeryville, PA (20 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Montgomeryville, PA (20 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Specialized Pre K Lead Teacher

  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 17 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...

Summer camp Lead Teacher, Childtime of Doylestown

  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

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

Infant Lead Teacher

  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warrington, PA (15 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Lead Teacher: Summer Camp

  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education....

Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher

  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Wales, PA (21 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Pre-k Lead Teacher

  • Richboro, PA (11 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richboro, PA (11 miles from Lambertville, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services...

Demographic Data for Lambertville, NJ

Moving to Lambertville, NJ? Find some basic demographic data about Lambertville, NJ below.


Local
National
7,832
249
Medium/Sm

Principal Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireElementaryTeachers curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
The Day in the Life of a Principal
A Day in the Life of a Principal is a self paced course that will give you a first person experience into what a principal has to do, daily. This course is for anyone who is considering going into...
Principales to 2d Animation
About This ClassHere's a comprehensive guide for beginners in ANIMATION. You will learn the ANIMATIONPRINCIPLES you need to animate objects, text, and even characters. If you want to...
Principal Information Management
Information management (IM) is the process of collecting, storing, managing and maintaining information in all its forms. Information management is a broad term that incorporates policies and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Principal Jobs in Lambertville, NJ

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 Lambertville, NJ 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 Lambertville, NJ
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Principal Related Career Advice Articles

Learn the 6 best nationwide teacher job search tips
6 Must-Read Tips for Your Out-of-State or Nationwide Teacher Job Search

Running a nationwide teacher job search doesn’t have to be hard. Learn the keys to job hunting out of state and how to find and apply for teaching jobs.

Read article »
Teacher teaching remotely
How to Become a Remote Teacher

Learn how to become a remote teacher with information on the qualifications, requirements, and resources you need to start your career as a remote educator.

Read article »