Principal Jobs in Cleveland Heights, OH

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 15 Jobs

Child Care Lead Teacher - Young Explorers

  • Twinsburg, OH (15 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (15 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at Young Explorers!...

High School Summer School Administrator

  • Concord Township, OH (21 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Concord Township, OH (21 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Coordinator Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: W-E North High School Date Available: 06/06/2025 Closing Date: 3/17/2025 District:   Willoughby-Eastlake City School...

Child Care Lead Teacher - Young Explorers

  • Streetsboro, OH (23 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Streetsboro, OH (23 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 17 days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids, formerly Young Explorers!...

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Fairlawn

  • Fairlawn, OH (24 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Fairlawn, OH (24 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 23 days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Head of School (President): Ss. Robert & William School

  • Euclid, OH (5 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Euclid, OH (5 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago

Robert & William Catholic School Board of Directors Direct reports: Principal, Director of Operations/Admissions, Early Learning Center Director & Business Office Overview Ss....

Chief Academic Officer

  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago

mission and academic vision Design, implement, and evaluate systems to assess scholar achievement Manage and Develop Schools and School Leaders to Outcomes Through the Head of Schools, manage a team of principal...

2025-26 School Leader Positions

  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 25 days ago

This application is to gauge early interest in all roles for the upcoming year pertaining to instructional school leadership: all candidates interested in the roles for Principals, Assistant Principals...

Lead Teacher, Childtime of Brook Park

  • Brook Park, OH (13 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brook Park, OH (13 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Lead Teacher, Childtime on Center Road

  • Avon, OH (21 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Avon, OH (21 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Full time Preschool Lead Teacher- Immediate employment: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School

  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (4 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

CONTRACT Full time Preschool Lead Teacher- Immediate employment: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School Our Lady of Mt....

Lead Teacher - Warrensville Preschool

  • Warrensville Heights, OH (5 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Warrensville Heights, OH (5 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years working in a school age or preschool childcare setting, with experience in licensed childcare programs preferred....

Child Care Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Aurora, OH (18 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aurora, OH (18 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids, formerly Young Explorers!...

Lead Teacher - Central Y Club

  • Bedford, OH (8 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bedford, OH (8 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years working in a school age or preschool childcare setting, with experience in licensed childcare programs preferred....

Lead Teacher - Grant Y Club

  • Lakewood, OH (10 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (10 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years working in a school age or preschool childcare setting, with experience in licensed childcare programs preferred....

Lead Teacher - Kensington Y Club

  • Rocky River, OH (12 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rocky River, OH (12 miles from Cleveland Heights, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years working in a school age or preschool childcare setting, with experience in licensed childcare programs preferred....

Demographic Data for Cleveland Heights, OH

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Cleveland Heights, OH

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Cleveland Heights, OH offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Doctorate Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
5.4%
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 Cleveland Heights, OH
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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