School Principal Jobs in Leavenworth, KS

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- Pitcher Elementary

  • Kansas City School District - KCMO
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Kansas City Public Schools Principal- Elementary (Anticipated 26-27 SY) Job Title: Principal Salary Range: starting at $87,312 Department: School Leadership Reports To: District Leadership Location:...

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Middle School Head Volleyball Coach

  • Leavenworth USD 453
  • Leavenworth, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Leavenworth, KS
  • 2 days ago

The head coach will be expected to provide leadership in the ongoing development and improvement of their sport through coordinating, planning, evaluation, and implemention of programs. All...

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2026/27 Middle School Head Boys Soccer Coach (Central Middle)

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Inspect all athletic equipment and facilities (verify inventory) and submit documentation to Athletic Director/Principal....

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PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT (High School)

  • Lawrence Unified School District
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 10 days ago

Assistant Principal/Dean/Head Job Requirements Contact Information Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a Submission) will be viewed by other users of the service...

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26/27 Middle School Head Girls Basketball Coach (Central Middle)

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Inspect all athletic equipment and facilities (verify inventory) and submit documentation to Athletic Director/Principal. 5....

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High School Head Custodian

  • Park Hill South High School
  • Riverside, MO (15 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 14 days ago
  • Riverside, MO (15 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 14 days ago

High School Head Custodian Park Hill School District Park Hill South High School - Riverside, Missouri This job is also posted in Park Hill School District Job Details Job ID:5726930 Application...

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PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT (High School)

  • Kansas Education Employment Board
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 16 days ago

TITLE: PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT (High School)(Location TBD) USD 497 Details FTE: 1.0 HOURS/DAY: 8.0 DAYS PER YEAR: 220 FISCAL YEAR: 2026-27 Reports to : Principal Job Goal : To assist the principal in providing...

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Elementary Principal - Meadowbrook Elementary

  • West Bloomfield School District
  • Gladstone, MO (17 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Gladstone, MO (17 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 17 days ago

True Openings as of 5/16/2026 Elementary Principal - Meadowbrook Elementary JobID: 16436 Position Type: Building Administration/ Principal Date Posted: 5/15/2026 Location: Meadowbrook Elementary School...

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SY 26/27 High School Principal Fellow

  • KIPP Foundation
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 19 days ago

Serve as the first point of contact for school leadership regarding student interventions and parent engagement within assigned grade levels....

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SY 26/27 Middle School Principal Fellow

  • KIPP Foundation
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 19 days ago

Serve as the first point of contact for school leadership regarding student interventions and parent engagement within assigned grade levels....

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High School Principal - 2026-27 SY

  • Kansas Education Employment Board
  • Atchison, KS (22 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 22 days ago
  • Atchison, KS (22 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 22 days ago

High School Principal - 2026-27 SY Atchison USD 409 www.usd409.net High School Principal Job Description Purpose: The High School Principal is the educational leader of the school and assumes the responsibility...

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Vice Principal- Elementary (Success Academy- Anderson)

  • 1120 - Success Academy - Anderson
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 23 days ago

Title: Vice Principal Salary Range: starting $77,520 Department: School Leadership Reports To: School Principal Location: Kansas City Public Schools Shift Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Position...

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Vice Principal- Elementary (Success Academy- Anderson)

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 26 days ago

Principal/Dean/Head of School Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred....

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K-8 9-12 Summer School Principal

  • KIPP Foundation
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 27 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 27 days ago

As a principal, you will deliver exceptional instructional leadership and assess student growth consistently....

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Lead Principal-Kennedy Early Childhood Center And Early Learning Programs

  • Kansas Education Employment Board
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS (21 miles from Leavenworth, KS)
  • 28 days ago

LEAD PRINCIPAL-KENNEDY EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AND EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS Lawrence Public Schools USD 497 www.usd497.org/ TITLE: Lead Principal -Kennedy Early Childhood Center and Early Learning Programs...

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Demographic Data for Leavenworth, KS

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Leavenworth, KS

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Leavenworth, KS 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 Leavenworth, KS
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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