School Principal Jobs in San Jose, CA

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 - Cedar Grove Elementary School

  • Evergreen Elementary
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

EVERGREEN SCHOOL DISTRICT PRINCIPAL GENERAL DESCRIPTION To serve as the educational leader and chief executive of the school; to be responsible for direction of the instructional program, operation...

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Elementary Principal - Lakewood Elementary School

  • Sunnyvale School District
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Elementary Principal REPORTS TO: Superintendent SUPERVISES: All Certificated and Classified staff assigned to the site WORK PERIOD: 11 months, 211 days PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Principal establishes and...

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Principal, Russell Middle School

  • Milpitas Unified School District
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The age of the students, the program and the size of the school make this a more complex assignment than Principal-Elementary School....

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Principal, Elementary School (Tyrrell Elementary School)

  • EDJOIN
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Principal, Elementary School (Tyrrell Elementary School) at Hayward Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/12/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/29/2026 Contact Kimberleigh Watts Number...

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Principal, Middle School (Bret Harte Middle School)

  • EDJOIN
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Principal, Middle School (Bret Harte Middle School) at Hayward Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/12/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/29/2026 Contact Kimberleigh Watts Number of...

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Principal, Elementary School (Stonebrae Elementary School)

  • EDJOIN
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Principal, Elementary School (Stonebrae Elementary School) at Hayward Unified School District Print Application Deadline 6/12/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/29/2026 Contact Kimberleigh Watts Number...

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Outdoor Science School Principal

  • MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
  • Felton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Felton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Outdoor Science School Principal Mount Hermon, CA 95041 Apply Overview Salary Range $540.00 - $560.00 Salary Position Type Outdoor Science Job Shift Redwood Camp Travel Percentage Santa Cruz Mountains...

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Elementary Dual-Immersion School Principal At P.A. Walsh 2026/27

  • Morgan Hill Unified
  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Morgan Hill, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 14 days ago

District Superintendent or designee, the Elementary School Principal shall be responsible for all aspects of the management and operation of the elementary school....

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Principal - Henry Ford Bilingual (Spanish/English) Preferred)

  • EDJOIN
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary The Redwood City School District is seeking a dynamic, innovative, community builder and instructional leader to serve as Principal....

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School Principal (Permanent) (On-Site)

  • NetSource, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

, and all school operations....

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Principal - James Lick High School

  • EDJOIN
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print East Side Union High School District PRINCIPAL 1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION 1.1....

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Vice Principal @ Middle School CM27-3006

  • EDJOIN
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Vice Principal @ Middle School CM27-3006 at Pleasanton Unified School District Print Application Deadline 4/20/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/16/2026 Contact Josh Butterfield Number of Openings...

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Principal, GTM Strategy & Transformation

  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Principal in our GTM Strategy team, you will tackle the most mission-critical initiatives in our Business organization to deliver industry-leading growth....

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Principal, Marketing Strategy & AI Transformation

  • Palo Alto Networks
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Your Role As Principal, Marketing Strategy you will be a pivotal member of our Marketing Strategy team at Palo Alto Networks....

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Principal

  • Rocketship Public Schools
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

We staff Rocketship campuses with a Principal, Assistant Principals, a Business Operations Manager, and an Office Manager....

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.5%
Bachelor's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
4.1%
Associate's Degree
2.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by School Principals in San Jose, CA
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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