School Principal Jobs in Ohio

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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Secretary to Freshman Building Principal

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 3 days ago

Primary Evaluator for the following positions: Building Principal QUALIFICATIONS: Meet clerical testing requirements High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Must meet District hiring...

Principal, Middle School - for 2025-2026 School Year

  • Akron, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 5 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Valid State of Ohio Certification/Licensure for a Middle School or High School Principal....

QUALIFICATIONS: Required : Valid State of Ohio Certification/Licensure for a Middle School or High School Principal....

Elementary Principal

  • Milford, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Milford, OH
  • 10 days ago

Elementary Principal Milford Exempted Village Schools Charles L....

Middle School Head Wrestling Coach

  • Tipp City, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Tipp City, OH
  • 10 days ago

Middle School Head Wrestling Coach Tipp City Exempted Vilage Schools Tipp City Exempted Village Schools - Tipp City, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for...

Elementary School Principal

  • New Washington, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • New Washington, OH
  • 10 days ago

Manages effective school operations. Provides for a clean, orderly, responsive, safe, and Functions: supportive learning environment. Implements innovative programming....

Middle School Head Girls Basketball Coach

  • New Lebanon, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • New Lebanon, OH
  • 10 days ago

Middle School Head Girls Basketball Coach New Lebanon Local Schools Dixie Middle School - New Lebanon, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in...

High School Principal

  • Newton Falls, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Newton Falls, OH
  • 10 days ago

Three (3) years of experience as a High School Principal or Assistant Principal, or similar. Five (5) or more years of classroom teaching experience....

Principal - Taft Information Technology High School

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago

Align school operations with Board policies, district regulations, and community expectations....

Principal - Withrow University High School

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 13 days ago

Align school operations with Board policies, district regulations, and community expectations....

25-26 K-8 Principal / Sped Director - Eagle Nest

  • Oberlin, OH
  • 14 days ago
  • Oberlin, OH
  • 14 days ago

TITLE: Elementary / Middle School Principal 200 day contract EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Education Administration New Mexico Education Administration License Knowledge of and familiarity...

Middle School Head Wrestling Coach

  • Westerville, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Westerville, OH
  • 18 days ago

Openings as of 7/13/2025 Middle School Head Wrestling Coach JobID: 6866 Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Coaching Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: Blendon Middle School Date Available:...

Principal

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 18 days ago

The Principal of Our Lady of Lourdes School maintains an exciting environment that encourages growth of each child's spirit, mind, and body....

Elementary Principal (Grades 4-5)

  • Garfield Heights, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Garfield Heights, OH
  • 21 days ago

Oversee instructional programming, school operations, and student discipline. Promote effective communication among staff, students, parents, and the community....

Elementary Principal

  • Wadsworth, OH
  • 23 days ago
  • Wadsworth, OH
  • 23 days ago

Appropriate principal certification/licensure is required. 210-day Administrative contact Please direct questions to Mr. Steve Moore, Assistant Superintendent, .......

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Ohio

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for School Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

School Principals in Ohio offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.4%
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 Ohio
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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