Principal Jobs in Leander, TX

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 22 Jobs

Preschool Lead Teacher: Metric Blvd

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Lead Teacher

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 4 days ago

credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education, and/or early childhood special education...

School Leader Manager (25-26)

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Collaborate with the Regional Superintendent and Talent Team to hire school leaders and assistant principals....

Lead Teacher - Two's

  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 10 days ago

The ability to be patient, collaborative, creative, and passionate about Early Childhood education is essential for this role....

Assistant Academic Administrator Middle School

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Certificates and Licenses : Texas Principal certification Residency Requirement :This position is virtual and must reside within the state of Texas....

Head of School - The International School of Texas

  • Bee Cave, TX (14 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Bee Cave, TX (14 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 20 days ago

A full Position Profile is available at SouthernTeachers.com. ST Search is assisting The International School of Texas in the search for its next Head of School. The International School of Texas...

Lead Teacher

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Confers with teachers and other staff about teaching problems; assists teachers with lesson planning....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 26 days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 26 days ago

Principle Responsibilities Plans, prepares and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials and experiences that facilitate active and meaningful learning Develops schemes of work, lesson plans...

Lead Teacher- Gattis School Rd, Round Rock

  • Round Rock, TX (15 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Round Rock, TX (15 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 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....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff....

Childcare Lead Teacher: Chisholm Lane/Austin:

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ 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: Chisholm Lane/Austin:

  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, TX (23 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 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....

Lead Teacher- Gattis School Rd, Round Rock

  • Round Rock, TX (15 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Round Rock, TX (15 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 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....

Lead Teacher

  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (6 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 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....

Florida VPK Lead Teacher

  • Austin, TX (21 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Austin, TX (21 miles from Leander, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

childhood education and curriculum Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations Ability to obtain training in CPR/Fire Safety and other training required Must have CDA, Teaching degree or...

Demographic Data for Leander, TX

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Leander, TX

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Leander, TX 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
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

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