School Principal Jobs in Colorado

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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Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper, High School Principal

  • Breckenridge, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Breckenridge, CO
  • 4 days ago

Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper, High School Principal Summit School District Region 1 Summit High School - Breckenridge, Colorado This job is also posted in Summit School District Region 1 Job...

Hiring Range - $19.23 - $27.52 Licensed Preschool Director will oversee the Toddler program and the preschool's daily operations, ensure compliance with State Licensing Regulations, and State...

Principal - Elementary

  • Brighton, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 8 days ago

Colorado Principal License or Administrator License. At least three years of administrative experience as an elementary school principal or assistant principal required....

Principal, Hourly

  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago

Note: This is an hourly principal position. About this job: A principal leads and manages a school, overseeing educational programs, staff, budgets, and student discipline....

Principal Antenna Ground Systems Engineer

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 15 days ago

Job Description Description Performs Systems Engineering activities including: Concept of operations formulation, requirements definition, analysis and engineering, system architecting, system...

Middle School Head Secretary - Highland Middle School

  • Ault, CO
  • 16 days ago
  • Ault, CO
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Middle School Head Secretary FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Middle School Principal Days per Year: 201 Job Location: Highland Middle School Hours per Week: 40 Revision Date: July 14,...

Principal - Homyak PK -8th

  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 18 days ago
  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 18 days ago

Demonstrated school leadership and instructional leadership abilities; lead change and manage transitions; keep focus on student achievement; lead, implement, monitor and revise school improvement plans...

Middle School Head Coach -Girls Volleyball

  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 26 days ago
  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 26 days ago

Middle School Head Coach -Girls Volleyball Weld County School District Re-8 200 South Fulton Avenue, Fort Lupton, CO 80621 JobID: 1574 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Head Coach Date Posted:...

2025-2026 Secretary to Campus Principal / Budget - Elementary

  • Aurora, CO
  • 29 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 29 days ago

Perform other duties as requested by the Principal. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None EQUIPMENT USED: Computer, printer, copier, fax machine, shredder....

2025-2026 Secretary to Campus Principal - Jr. High School

  • Aurora, CO
  • 29 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 29 days ago

2025-2026 Secretary to Campus Principal - Jr. High School JobID: 5319 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary Date Posted: 6/19/2025 Location: Alton Memorial Jr....

High School Head Unified Bowling Coach

  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lupton, CO
  • 30+ days ago

High School Head Unified Bowling Coach JobID: 1571 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Head Coach Date Posted: 6/25/2025 Location: Fort Lupton High School Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date:...

Special Education Principal

  • Aurora, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Coordinate daily school operations, ensuring smooth communication among various departments. Collaborate with facilities management to address maintenance and infrastructure needs....

Coach-Middle School Head Boys Tennis Coach-Wellington Middle High School

  • Wellington, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wellington, CO
  • 30+ days ago

View Job Description Here Rate of Pay: Pay for this position is determined by the Athletic Coaching Stipend Schedule based on paid years of experience up to 5 years. Salary stipend range for...

Long-term Substitute Principal, Learning Center

  • Aurora, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Oversee student discipline and lead behavior management team. Ability to de-escalate students during violent and dangerous situations....

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Colorado

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Colorado offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.4%
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 Colorado
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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