Principal Jobs in Paterson, 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.

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Substitute Preschool Lead Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

children, ensuring their safety and well-beingQualifications:Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or currently enrolled in school for a degree in Education.Prior experience working with preschool-aged...

Qualified teacher for the pre-school room/ Pre-school Leader/ QTKENWK2516

  • Kenilworth, NJ (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenilworth, NJ (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd are looking for passionate and motivated Qualified teacher for the pre-school room / Pre-school Leader, with knowledge of the EYFS to join our successful team,...

Head Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Head Teacher New York, NY Posted: 04/16/2025 Employment Type: Full Time Job Category: Education Pay Rate: $70,000-$78,000/year depending on experience Job Description HEAD TEACHER - SPECIAL...

Early Childhood Nursery Lead Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Rudolf Steiner School seeks a colleague to join the Early Childhood (EC) department who brings experience and enthusiasm for working with young children, ages 2-5, has experience in Waldorf...

Swim School Administrator (BPC)

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Battery Park City - New York, NY Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $50000.00 - $55000.00 Salary/year Job Shift : Any Job Category : Nonprofit Description Asphalt...

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Wayne

  • Wayne, NJ (4 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (4 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 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, Childtime on Route #146

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 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...

UPK Lead Teacher-PreK

  • Livingston, NJ (11 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Livingston, NJ (11 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

. + Share and discuss lesson plans with classroom team and supervise performance as related to the curriculum and center philosophy. + Mentor Associate Teachers/Teacher Assistants to enhance continued...

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Long Island City, NY (16 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (16 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

If you are passionate about early childhood education and making a positive impact on young lives, we would love to hear from you....

Head of School - Park Slope, Brooklyn

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

to early childhood education....

New York State Pre-K Lead Teacher, Childtime on Crossing Blvd

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies or related degree Experience leading a classroom and...

Pre-K Lead Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

The teaching team (lead & apprentice teachers) work together to facilitate our free-choice centers and small group instruction....

Upper School English Co-Head Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary and Overview The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking an English Teacher in the Upper School division...

Upper School Math Head Teacher

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

group instruction, cooperative learning, multimodal learning etc.)...

Head Teacher, Grade Two

  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (14 miles from Paterson, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Social Studies and Language Arts curriculum where all children can see themselves reflected in the program while simultaneously developing a curiosity about the world around them; A pedagogy where...

Demographic Data for Paterson, NJ

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Paterson, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Paterson, 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 Paterson, 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%


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