Principal Jobs in Bedford Hills, NY

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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Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Greenwich, CT (13 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT (13 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Degrees earned must be in the area of early childhood education, elementary education, child development, or early childhood special education....

Child Care Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Nyack, NY (15 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nyack, NY (15 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses required 2+ years of experience...

Child Care Infant Lead Teacher

  • Nyack, NY (15 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nyack, NY (15 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR 12 credits in Early Childhood Education courses required 2+ years of experience...

Lead Teacher at Hillside Elementary Schools

  • Closter, NJ (22 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Closter, NJ (22 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements Approved state trainer (preferred) 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred) Bachelors degree in Early Childhood...

Head of School

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 7 days ago

A Distinctive PK-5 School Founded in 2001, Waterside School is an extraordinary place, unlike any other school serving Fairfield County.. Its annual giving, which raises an average of $4 million a...

Secretary to School Administrator, Probationary - Curriculum and Instruction

  • Eastchester, NY (19 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Eastchester, NY (19 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Secretary to School Administrator, Probationary - Curriculum and Instruction JobID: 1024 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary to School Administrator Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location:...

Summer School Success 2025: Multilingual Learner Lead Teacher for High School

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Position Type: Summer School - Certified/ Teacher Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: All District Date Available: 06/23/2025    Summer School Success 2025:Multilingual Learner Lead Teacher...

Infant Lead Teacher

  • Hastings on Hudson, NY (18 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hastings on Hudson, NY (18 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 21 days ago

The Godard School in Hastings-on-Hudson is looking for a full time Lead Infant Teacher. The candidate should have experience working with infants and have sufficient training in infant...

Infant / Toddler Head Teacher

  • West Nyack, NY (17 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • West Nyack, NY (17 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 28 days ago

The Infant/Toddler Lead teacher will develop a program along established guidelines and provide a safe, nurturing, positive classroom environment. The lead teacher works with the assistant teacher...

Toddler Head Teacher and Team Leader

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Psychology, or Sociology; Or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child...

Lead Teacher

  • River Vale, NJ (22 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • River Vale, NJ (22 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

If you are a caring and creative individual passionate about working with children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Preschool Teacher opportunity....

Summer School Success 2025: Head Teacher - High School MTSS (9-12)

  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

HIGH SCHOOL MTSS 9-12 SUMMER 2025 GENERAL STATEMENT: The Summer School 2025 high school program will offer an array of courses for students referred by their high school counselors, teachers, and/or principals...

Lead Teacher

  • Rye Brook, NY (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rye Brook, NY (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 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....

Lead Teacher

  • Stony Point, NY (17 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stony Point, NY (17 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 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....

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Norwalk, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (14 miles from Bedford Hills, NY)
  • 45+ 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...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Bedford Hills, NY

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Bedford Hills, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.3%
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 Bedford Hills, NY
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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