Principal Jobs in New York, 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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Lower School Head Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 hours ago

group instruction to achieve scaffolded support for all learners Develops and delivers lesson plans that use a variety of techniques, group discussions, projects, exhibits, class trips, audiovisual...

Lead Teacher- (Infant through Waddler)

  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (14 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Lead Teacher- (Infant through Waddler) in Maplewood , New Jersey This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community...

Lead Teacher - Toddler

  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (24 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ (24 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

My Special Spot, 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 education...

Infant Lead Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Required Qualifications and Experience Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education required, BS preferred Previous teaching experience required CPR / First Aid certified required Knowledge of the...

Lead Teacher, Everbrook Academy of Manhattan (Murray Hill)

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in Early Childhood education or realted field and 2 years experience The ability to work indoors or outdoors and engage in physical activity with children....

Lead Teacher and Substitute Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Education (B-2) or on study plan to obtain NYS teacher certificate -Maintenance of a healthy and safe learning environment -Experienced in early childhood education -SCR clearance -Identigo...

Lower School Head Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

For 60 years, The Gateway School has transformed the lives of bright children who experience academic difficulty as a result of language-based learning disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, reading and...

Head of School

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for education, community, and tradition? A leading Jewish Day School in New York is seeking an experienced Executive Director to oversee strategic planning,...

Lower School Special Education Head Teacher

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

We are currently looking for teachers who are comfortable teaching language arts, mathematics, and social studies to grades K-5....

Infant/Toddler Head Teacher II (Greenpoint YMCA)

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

-Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and an APPROVED DOH study plan (before hire) leading to an Associates degree in Early childhood Education within seven (7) years....

Lead Teacher

  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (18 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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

Infant/Toddler Head Teacher II (Greenpoint YMCA)

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and an APPROVED DOH study plan (before hire) leading to an Associates degree in Early childhood Education within seven (7) years....

Elementary Lead Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities include: Developing a warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment Teaching ELA, math, and social studies Differentiating instruction and materials to meet the diverse needs...

Head Teacher-Fieldston Lower

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Specific responsibilities of the Head Teacher will be: Planning and teaching lessons in all subject areas (math, language arts, social studies, science); Mentoring an associate teacher...

SY24-25 PER SESSION VACANCY NOTICE # 1906: Teacher - Arts Office Lead Teacher (Office of Arts and Special Projects)

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago

This is an internal advertisement for current New York City Public Schools employees and/or retirees only. If eligible, retirees must obtain a work nomination and reactivate their NYCPS email...

Demographic Data for New York, NY

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Salary for Principal Jobs in New York, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in New York, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.3%
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 New York, 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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