Principal Jobs in Plano, 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.

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Lead Teacher: Pathways Learning Academy at Chase Oaks - Woodbridge Opening Spring 2025!

  • Sachse, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Sachse, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

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

Lead Teacher- W. Brand Rd/Garland

  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

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

Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

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

Early Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 days ago

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

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 6 days ago

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

Early Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Prosper, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Position: Early Preschool LeadTeacher As an Early Preschool LeadTeacher, you'll embark on an exciting journey of discovery alongside our little learners....

Lead Teacher

  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (24 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Want to learn more about Child Development Schools?...

Pre- K Lead Teacher

  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 days ago

School Brand, 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 education...

PreK Lead Teacher

  • Highland Village, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Highland Village, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

, cognitive and physical development of each child, in accordance with the Primrose Balanced Learning approach to teaching and learning Primrose School of Highland Village is an accredited private preschool...

Lead Teacher - Premier High School of Mesquite

  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

School Summary: Premier High Schools is designed for credit recovery and early graduation for students who thrive in smaller, independent learning environments that emphasize the use of technology...

33152 Secondary LPAC Lead Teacher

  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

33152 Secondary LPAC Lead Teacher JobID: 9202 Position Type: Teaching, Other/Teacher Other Date Posted: 12/20/2024 Location: Multilingual Programs Duty Days: 187 Pay Grade: 100 ***Please check the...

Generic - Secondary LPAC Lead Teacher

  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Garland, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Teaching, Other/Teacher Other Date Posted: 12/20/2024 Location: Campus TBD   Additional Information: Show/Hide Duty Days: 187 Pay Grade: 100 Please check the Salary Schedule...

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Sachse, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sachse, TX (10 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Compensation: $16.00 per hour We value your experience in daycare or preschool settings and encourage you to apply....

Childcare Lead Teacher

  • Farmers Branch, TX (13 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX (13 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

Lead Teacher

  • Coppell, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Coppell, TX (15 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Curriculum, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child....

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Plano, TX

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Plano, TX 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 Plano, 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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