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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Principal Secretary

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Principal POSITION SUMMARY SOAR Academy is actively seeking a Principal Secretary....

Middle School Head 7th Grade Football Coach

  • Kersey, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kersey, CO
  • 1 day ago

Reports to and evaluated by: Assistant Principal/Athletic Director....

Principal, Hourly

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day 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

  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 1 day ago

Website: Creekside Elementary Summary: A BVSD Principal must have a strong background in collaborative leadership, cultural proficiency and data-driven school improvement....

Principal - Elementary

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 1 day ago

Ensure that the school has met state accreditation, accountability and school improvement requirements by addressing school wide student academic achievement and patterns of low student performance...

Sopris Elementary School Principal

  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Certified Administration/ Principal Date Posted: 4/21/2025 Location: Sopris Elementary School Date Available: July, 2025 Closing Date: 05/12/2025    Now Hiring: Principal | Sopris...

Principal at Foundations Academy

  • Brighton, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Brighton, CO
  • 3 days ago

Identify school-wide priorities, set ambitious student learning goals and implement an aligned school improvement plan....

Principal, Compensation Design & Strategy

  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago

Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting End Date: 1 May 2025 Newmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company's world-class portfolio of assets,...

Principal - High School

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 7 days ago

Visits classrooms and has frequent contact with students. -- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. -- Ensure that the school has met state accreditation, accountability and school improvement...

Principals (Elementary, Middle & High School)

  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 8 days ago

When receiving and responding to reports of HIB, the role of the school principal will include: a....

Assistant to the Executive Principal

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

Streamline operational processes to enhance the efficiency of the Executive Principals office....

Principal, Advisor to CFO

  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago

Workplace Type: Hybrid Posting End Date: 04/24/2025 Newmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company's world-class portfolio of assets,...

Administrative Assistant to the Principal, Euclid Middle School

  • Littleton, CO
  • 18 days ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 18 days ago

Administrative Assistant to the Principal, Euclid Middle School Responsible for supporting the principal and the middle school by performing administrative and secretarial functions including managing...

Principal - Middle

  • Parker, CO
  • 19 days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 19 days ago

. --- Ensure that the school has met state accreditation, accountability and school improvement requirements by addressing school wide student academic achievement and patterns of low student performance...

Main Street Principal Secretary

  • Longmont, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 23 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial-Support Services/ Principal Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Special Education Date Available: 2025/2026 School Year Closing Date: 04/18/2025    Overview Special education...

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Colorado

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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
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%
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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