Principal Jobs in Lynnwood, WA

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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PreK Lead Teacher

  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (1 mile from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountlake Terrace, WA (1 mile from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 4 days ago

What We Are Looking For: Experience working in a preschool or prekindergarten classroom environment. Knowledge of early childhood education practices and techniques....

Lead Teacher

  • Redmond, WA (11 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (11 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 9 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

  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Childhood Education with two (2) years of experience Bachelors degree preferred with emphasis on Early Childhood Education or related field Must be a team player and love all children....

Childcare Center Lead Teacher- La Petite Academy, NE 116th St

  • Kirkland, WA (9 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (9 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Academic Administrator - Shanti Bhavan Childrens Project

  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Past Academic Administrators have gone on to work in organizations like the World Bank and UNESCO or moved up to leadership roles as Vice Principals and Deans after completing their tenures....

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

  • Medina, WA (12 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Medina, WA (12 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 14 days ago

Who We Are: Founded in 1951 and located on the east side of Seattle in Medina, Washington, STS is a private, non-sectarian school for Preschool through eighth-grade students....

Lead Teacher, Early Learning - Seattle Preschool Program

  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Candidate must have a bachelor's degree (BA) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) OR at least 30 hours of ECE college credits OR a P-3 Teaching Endorsement....

School Leader-Preschool Director

  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

As part of the Endeavor Schools Family, IMA West Bellevue is seeking a dedicated and experienced Preschool Director (School Leader) to provide day-to-day leadership to the school with students ranging...

Childcare Center Lead Teacher- La Petite Academy, 228th Ave NE

  • Sammamish, WA (16 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sammamish, WA (16 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 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....

Childcare Center Teacher- La Petite Academy, 161st Ave NE

  • Redmond, WA (11 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (11 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 90+ 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 Center Lead Teacher- La Petite Academy, Mukilteo Speedway

  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 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 - Highline

  • Des Moines, WA (24 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (24 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Education A current Child Development Associate (CDA) awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition, and have been trained or have...

Childcare Center Lead Teacher- The Childrens Courtyard, 140th Ave NE

  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 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 Center Lead Teacher- The Children's Courtyard, 140th Ave NE

  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (13 miles from Lynnwood, WA)
  • 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....

Demographic Data for Lynnwood, WA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Lynnwood, WA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Lynnwood, WA 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 Lynnwood, WA
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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