Principal Jobs in Commack, 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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Lead Teacher

  • Huntington, NY (7 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (7 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 24 days ago

A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential. State Compliance: Must meet state specific guidelines for the role....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Greenwich, CT (22 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT (22 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Lead Teacher - Infant/Toddler

  • Medford, NY (15 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Medford, NY (15 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 3 days ago

to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff....

Jewish nursery school lead teacher

  • West Hempstead, NY (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Hempstead, NY (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Lead full time teacher for three year old class in a day care center. Energetic, highly organized, fun teacher able to implement a full curriculum with energy and enthusiasm. Competitive salary...

Head of School

  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, 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...

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Woodbury, NY (10 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (10 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Toddler Lead Teacher The Ark of Learning Date Posted: 03/28/2025 Location: Highland Mills, New York Salary/Wage: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour Job Type: Full-time Work Arrangement: Onsite Description:...

Waddler Lead Teacher

  • Woodbury, NY (10 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (10 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Waddler Lead Teacher The Ark of Learning Date Posted: 03/27/2025 Location: Highland Mills, New York Salary/Wage: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour Job Type: Full-time Work Arrangement: Onsite Description:...

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 17 days ago

We are actively looking for a passionate Lead Teacher - Infant who can bring their love for children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our team of dedicated professionals...

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

  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, 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...

Assistant Head of School

  • Stony Brook, NY (9 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (9 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 20 days ago

The Stony Brook School, a leading Christian and Day School in the United States, is seeking a dynamic and accomplished professional to serve as the Assistant Head of School. This critical...

Lead Teacher - Toddler

  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 21 days ago

We are actively looking for a passionate Lead Teacher - Toddler who can bring their love for children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our team of dedicated professionals...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Middle Island, NY (17 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 25 days ago

We are actively looking for a passionate Prschool Lead Teacher who can bring their love for children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our team of dedicated professionals...

Toddler Head Teacher and Team Leader

  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, 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...

Head Teacher - Assistant Teacher

  • New Hyde Park, NY (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (21 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Head Teacher - Assistant Teacher Fucile Family Enterprise, Ltd. d/b/a Tutor Time Child Care-New Hyde Park Date Posted: 03/12/2025 Location: New Hyde Park, New York Salary/Wage: $16.50 - $18.00 an...

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

  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (20 miles from Commack, 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...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Commack, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Commack, 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 Commack, 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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