Principal Jobs in Tennessee

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 18 Jobs

Lead Teacher, Childrens Center

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in child development, early childhood education or related field are preferred....

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

Childhood Floater/Teacher Aide Cornerstone Learning Center - East Memphis is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support our students! To be QUALIFIED for this position, we...

Daycare Lead Teacher: Meadow Vale Drive

  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 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...

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

  • Franklin, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 7 days ago

The Executive Assistant to the Head of School is a pivotal force in ensuring the smooth operation of the schools leadership, acting as the right hand to the Head of School. This highly visible...

Daycare Lead Teacher: Meadow Vale Drive

  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 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: Emory Road East

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 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

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Daycare Lead Teacher

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 9 days ago

We are looking for AWESOME teachers to support in our Preschool and School Age programs! No Nights or Weekends!...

Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 days ago

Stay informed on current research and trends in early childhood education....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Spring Hill, TN
  • 13 days ago

Cadence Academy Preschool, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood...

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago

Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app...

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Franklin, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 14 days ago

We are looking to hire M ulti- T asking S uper- H eroes who love to work with children! J oin our passionate team to help children THRIVE in a fun environment where we end the day with a good...

Lead Teacher

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

We want energetic, dependable, passionate individuals who are at least 18 and have: Experience leading a classroom and creating educational lesson plans....

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 28 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

  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Create fun learning by executing engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities....

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Tennessee 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
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Tennessee
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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