School Principal Jobs in Arizona

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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Elementary School Principal

  • Springerville, AZ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Springerville, AZ
  • 14 hours ago

Position: Elementary School Principal Type: Public Location: Rural Job ID: 127589 County: Apache Posted: March 12, 2025 Contact Information: ROUND VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DIST. NO. 10 P. O....

Principal

  • Eloy, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Eloy, AZ
  • 2 days ago

We are currently seeking a Principal whohas a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional,secure setting....

Principal/ Sr Principal Contract Administrator NEW

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Principal/ Sr Principal Contract Administrator Northrop Grumman Today Secret Unspecified None Business - Legal Mesa, AZ (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Requisition ID: R10187846 Category: Business Management Location...

Principal - Middle School

  • Lake Havasu City, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Havasu City, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Department Position Title: Principal- Middle School Reports To: Principal Classification: Certified FLSA Status: Exempt Work Year: 12 months Location: Middle School Supervises: Site Personnel Status...

Principal Data Architect

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Lumen Principal Data Architect in Phoenix , Arizona About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

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Elementary School Principal

  • Eagar, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Eagar, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Dynamic Elementary School Principal Experienced Instructional Leader The following characteristics are important for consideration: EXPERIENCE At least three years of successful experience as Principal...

Position Type: Administration/Principal - Elementary

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Manages school administrative functions (e.g., budget staffing, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within district guidelines....

Principal Architect

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Architect in Phoenix , Arizona About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Remote Work

Principal Information Security Architect

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Information Security Architect in Phoenix , Arizona About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Principal Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Engineer in Phoenix , Arizona About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Principal - Davis Bilingual Elementary Magnet School

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Certificate Two years of experience as a school Administrator (Principal or Assistant Principal) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Consideration will be given to applicants who explicitly confirm possession...

Elementary Principal

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Administration/Principal Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Abia Judd Elementary Date Available: 07/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Elementary School Principal...

Principal - Elementary School - Islands

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Manages school administrative functions (e.g., budget staffing, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within district guidelines....

Middle School Principal

  • Saint Johns, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Johns, AZ
  • 5 days ago

ST JOHNS SCHOOL DIST #1 Middle School Principal in Saint Johns , Arizona This job was posted by : For more information, please see: RESPONSIBILITIES:\ - Provides functional and productive leadership...

Principal 2025-2026 School Year

  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Demonstrated background in instructional leadership and ability to work collaboratively....

Demographic Data for Arizona

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Arizona

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

Highest Education Level

School Principals in Arizona offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
13.5%
High School or GED
4.3%
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 Arizona
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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