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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Middle School Head Volleyball Coach

  • Loveland, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 1 day ago

The Head Coach position is responsible for the development of the athletic program by teaching the fundamentals and advanced skills of the particular sport while following the Colorado High School...

Cortez - Elementary Principal- 25-26

  • Cortez, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Cortez, CO
  • 2 days ago

The principal is also responsible for ensuring the effective operation of the school. Instructional Leadership Lead a result-oriented, collaborative learning community....

Principal, Elementary Interim

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

About this job: A principal leads and manages a school, overseeing educational programs, staff, budgets, and student discipline....

Successor Principal (25/26)

  • Denver, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 13 days ago

Principal Leads in all areas including Operations and Compliance Ensure that all school functions (operations, electives, instruction, leadership, etc.) have systems to coordinate and communicate with...

Coach-Middle School Head Boys Basketball-Cache La Poudre Middle School

  • Laporte, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Laporte, CO
  • 14 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...

High School Head Girls Basketball Coach

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

High School Head Girls Basketball Coach JobID: 1546 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Head Coach Date Posted: 5/23/2025 Location: Fort Lupton High School Date Available: August 2025 Closing...

Licensed Preschool Director

  • CO
  • 20 days ago
  • CO
  • 20 days ago

The Part-Time Licensed Preschool Director will oversee the preschool's daily operations, ensure compliance with State Licensing Regulations, and State Health Department Regulations to create a...

Principal

  • Denver, CO
  • 21 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications (a) Minimum Qualifications: A valid Colorado Principal or Administrator License is required. Fluency in Spanish is preferred....

Coach-Middle School Head Cross Country-Wellington Middle High School

  • Wellington, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Wellington, CO
  • 23 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...

Principal, Ece-8

  • Denver, CO
  • 25 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 25 days ago

What You'll Do: Performs any of the duties typically required of a school principal in the Denver Public Schools, under the supervision and with the support of the school principal Engages in all required...

Special Education Principal

  • Greeley, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview Shine on as a Program Director In special education and alternative education settings nationwide, the team members of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) shine a positive...

Coach Middle School Head Girls Tennis-Webber Middle School

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, 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...

Principal/Senior Principal Systems Administrator 3

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 30+ days ago

/Senior Principal Systems Administrator supporting the JTAGS program....

Business Services Principal Professional

  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Position Details University of Colorado | Denver Official Title\: Business Services Principal Professional Working Title\: Business Services Principal Professional FTE\: Full-time Salary Range\: $80,539...

Secretary to the Principal (Engle Education Center)

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

/13/2025 A vacancy for a Secretary to the Principal currently exists within the Student Services division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit....

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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
21.3%
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 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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