Principal Jobs in Annandale, VA

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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Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Aldie, VA (22 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aldie, VA (22 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Toddler Lead Teacher

  • Herndon, VA (13 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Herndon, VA (13 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelors degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Primary School (K5) Lead Teacher

  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Education and Experience: A bachelors degree or higher in elementary education or a related field, masters degree preferred. A minimum of 1 to 3 years of teaching experience....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Brambleton, VA (19 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brambleton, VA (19 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Brambleton, 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...

Assistant School Leader - Play-based

  • Burke, VA (4 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burke, VA (4 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Do you believe that if you change the beginning of a child's life you can change their whole story? At Kiddie Country, we know the power of passionate educators when it comes to...

Lead Teacher: Summer Camp

  • Manassas, VA (15 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (15 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 3 days ago

You will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education....

Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification is required. Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or equivalent preferred....

Lead Teacher

  • Ashburn, VA (20 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (20 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 6 days ago

If you are a caring and creative individual passionate about working with children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Preschool Teacher opportunity....

ELEM Special Education Lead Teacher 25-26 SY

  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Communicate about and plan for absences in advance with teaching teams and the Principal. Participate in weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings....

Preschool 2's Lead Teacher

  • Merrifield, VA (2 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Merrifield, VA (2 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Requirements In order to be considered for this position, you must meet the following requirements, including: High School diploma required with an AA in Early Childhood Education, or related field,...

Lead Teacher

  • Silver Spring, MD (16 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (16 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 19 days ago

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

Child Care Lead Teacher

  • Arlington, VA (7 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (7 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Assistant Head of School

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Required: A minimum of a degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field, 5-7 years of early childhood teaching experience....

Pre K Lead Teacher

  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago

Position Summary: The Bilingual Pre-K Lead Teacher is part of the early childhood education team at Briya Public Charter School a leading two-generation education program serving parents and their young...

Lead Teacher Early Learning Center (Associates Degree required)

  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Washington, DC (10 miles from Annandale, VA)
  • 26 days ago

or university in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development and at least one (1) year of supervised experience working with children in a licensed District of Columbia Child Development...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Annandale, VA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Annandale, VA 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 Annandale, VA
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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