School Principal Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Head of School

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 hours ago

APPLICATIONS, INQUIRIES, AND NOMINATIONS Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the search process is completed. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and resumes with...

Principal

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

A Day in the Life EducationCounsel is seeking a forward-thinking, effective, innovative leader to serve as a Principal....

Senior IB World School Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

Experience in school leadership....

Montessori Preschool Principal

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Montessori Preschool Principal in Kirkland, Washington, USEvergreen Academy Montessori is seeking an energetic and dynamic Preschool Principal to lead our school staff and be an integral part of our...

Principal Specialist/Protocol Officer

  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Title: Principal Specialist/Protocol Officer KBR's Product and Technology Solutions Division specializes in rapid prototyping and advanced technology solutions for directed energy, electronic warfare...

High School Principal

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

High School Principal Employer Henrico County Public Schools Location Henrico, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Henrico County Public Schools Location Henrico, VA, US Salary Competitive...

SY25-26 Principal/School Leader

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

This is an on-site position reporting to the Director, School Leadership. What you'll do......

School Principal (Elementary/Middle/High)

  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Uses student achievement data and related data to make decisions regarding the school improvement plan, teacher professional development requirements, and programmatic changes....

Principal Consultant, Climate Change (Principal Level)

  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 90+ days ago

For the Principal Consultant, Climate Change (Principal Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $126,245 $157,000 (USD)....

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

Moving to District of Columbia? Find some basic demographic data about District of Columbia below.


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Salary for School Principal Jobs in District of Columbia

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 District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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