School Principal Jobs in Hopkins, MN

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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High School Head Girls Volleyball Coach

  • Fridley, MN (11 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fridley, MN (11 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Athlet/Actvt/ Head Coach Date Posted: 4/23/2025 Location: Fridley High School    WELCOME TO FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS! Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an...

Upper School Principal

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Minnehaha Academy seeks an Upper School Principal starting July 1, 2025....

Principal

  • Maple Grove, MN (12 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (12 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 3 days ago

In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations....

Associate High School Principal

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Principal/ Associate Principal Date Posted: 4/18/2025 Location: Spring Lake Park High School    Position Type: Principal/Associate Principal Date Posted: 4/18/2025 Location: Spring...

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Head of School

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 10 days ago

This full-time, year-round role is central to school operations: supporting faculty recruitment, coordinating PK-12 professional development programs, managing the master calendar and providing essential...

Principal, Transition Plus

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 14 days ago

Develop a shared vision for equitable results; sets aligned, ambitious short- and long-term goals; and creates an actionable school improvement plan (based on data and multiple sources of information...

Principal in Residence (SY25-26)

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 19 days ago

Serves as a Principal in Residence for a year before moving into a vacant school leadership position....

Middle and High School Principal

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Middle and High School Principal JobID: 3049 Position Type: Administration/ Principal, Secondary Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Brooklyn Center Middle/High School Date Available: July 1, 2025 Closing...

Special Education Principal/Manager

  • Little Canada, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Little Canada, MN (14 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 22 days ago

Typical Class Responsibilities Oversees daily school operations to include: providing instructional leadership; developing student behavior standards and guidelines; developing, implementing, revising...

Elementary School Principal

  • Saint Louis Park, MN (4 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 24 days ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN (4 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 24 days ago

The Elementary Principal is also responsible for directing, supervising, and overseeing all school operations, personnel, and activities within the Elementary school....

Principal St Peter Catholic School

  • North Saint Paul, MN (20 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 25 days ago
  • North Saint Paul, MN (20 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 25 days ago

Peter Catholic School and this exciting opportunity in Catholic school leadership by viewing the full search prospectus here....

Consulting Principal w/ Industrial Manufacturing exp., Manufacturing Consulting Practice

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 60+ days ago

At Cognizant Consulting, we're exploring new ideas every day. We help industry-leading companies reinvent their business models and innovate technology products that create new value-by connecting...

Elementary Principal

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Required Skills: Directing and coordinating Hopkins Elementary School operations. Understanding and applying educational standards and procedures and Federal and state rules and regulations....

Elementary School Principal - Carver

  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Hopkins, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Principal & Administrative/ Elementary Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Carver Elementary    Position: Elementary Principal - Carver Elementary Work Schedule: 236 Days/Year, Full-time...

Associate Middle School Principal

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Required Skills: Directing and coordinating Hopkins Middle School operations. Understanding and applying educational standards and procedures and Federal and state rules and regulations....

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Hopkins, MN

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Hopkins, MN 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 Hopkins, MN
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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