School Principal Jobs in New York, NY

A Principal plays a critical role in school administration as they are responsible for the overall management and operation of the school. They create and implement educational policies, manage school staff including teachers and non-teaching personnel, and ensure the school's curriculum and activities adhere to national and local standards. Principals also have the obligation to monitor student progress, conduct teacher evaluations, maintain a safe and conducive learning environment, and communicate with parents and community members. They also oversee the school's budget and make sure resources are allocated properly.

To perform these duties successfully, School Principals should have leadership and decision-making skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strategic planning, and problem-solving abilities. They must also demonstrate a solid understanding of curriculum development, education laws, and regulations. A master's degree in education administration or leadership, and licensure from a state board of education are typical requirements for this role. Certifications like National Certified School Principal (NCSP) or Professional Principal's Certificate could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a School Principal, an individual may begin as a teacher, then progress to roles such as Assistant Principal, Department Head, or School Administrator.

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Principal Data Security Analyst - Data Classification & Governance

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from New York, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Get to know Okta Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0...

Location Manager (Head of School)

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Description Join us in driving excellence as a strategic leader with a focus on developing and implementing effective sales strategies to achieve enrollment goals. Make a positive impact on young...

High School Head Soccer Coach

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Head Soccer Coach for an All Honors High School Dominican Academy, an all-honors high school, which is part of the Archdiocese of NY and sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, seeks a head...

School Principal

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Principal WHO WE ARE: The mission of Marion P....

Secretary to the Principal

  • Millburn, NJ (16 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Millburn, NJ (16 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Represents the school and principal to parents, staff, students, residents, and others seeking information about the school....

School Operations Manager - Newark

  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from New York, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

School Operations & Communication Build and implement systems to manage communication, office activities, and paperwork efficiently....

Principal - The Kohler Academy

  • Mountainside, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountainside, NJ (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Specific requirements and preferences include: A degree in Special Education; A Master's degree in Education, Special Education, School Administration or a related field; Principal Certification; Knowledge...

School Operations Manager

  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (6 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

With our rapid growth and commitment to operational excellence, Success Academy Charter Schools is seeking innovative School Business Operations Managers to join our School Operations Management team...

Main Purpose of the Role: The Leman Manhattan Preparatory School CECE/Lower School Head Teacher is part of an exciting and collaborative CECE/Lower School Division that promotes and nurtures the...

Secretary to School Principal

  • Scarsdale, NY (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Purchasing and Supply Management Responsible for the purchasing and distribution of all supplies and materials needed for office and school operations....

Principal Product Engineer

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

What you'll be doing We are looking for a very senior, knowledgeable Principal Architect that both wants to be hands on and think about the industry big picture at the same time: Implement proof of...

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Executive Assistant to the Head of School

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Executive Assistant to the Head of School Riverdale Country School - 4.1 Bronx, NY Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $140,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible...

Principal Position at St. Eugene School

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications and Requirements The Principal must be a practicing Roman Catholic. The Principal must have a Master's Degree and a minimum of five years of teaching experience....

Principal at St. Barnabas Elementary School

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Principal St. Barnabas School 413 East 241st Street Bronx, NY 10470 At St....

High School Principal (SY2526 Planning Year, SY2627 Principalship)

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Reporting to the Managing Director of High School, the High School Principal is the academic and culture leader of the school....

Demographic Data for New York, NY

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in New York, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in New York, NY offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.3%
Bachelor's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
4.2%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Principals in New York, NY
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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