School Principal Jobs in Fremont, CA

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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Vice Principal, Middle School (2025/2026)

  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Administration/Vice Principal Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Mendenhall Middle School Closing Date: 04/27/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Qualifications: Minimum of...

Vice Principal, Middle School (2025/2026) #7876

  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements / Qualifications Comments and Other Information Vice Principal Requirements: A valid California Administrative Credential....

Principal - Elementary School (Grades: TK-5th) - Hatch Elementary School

  • Half Moon Bay, CA (24 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (24 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Principal experience Spanish Dual Immersion Administrative experience * Bilingual English/ Spanish Credential Copy Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation Resume Requirements / Qualifications...

Principal - Wilcox High School (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support graduates who are resilient,...

Principals (Elementary, Middle & High School)

  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (19 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago

When receiving and responding to reports of HIB, the role of the school principal will include: a....

Associate Principal-High School

  • Lafayette, CA (23 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, CA (23 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary 1.0 FTE View Job Description For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here Principal-...14.pdf...

Principal - Santa Teresa High School

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 5 days ago

East Side Union High School District PRINCIPAL 1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION 1.1....

Principal Product Designer, Core

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Job Description Summary: The Principal Designer on our team serves as the Provocateur....

Athletic Coach - Woodside High School - Head JV Boy Water Polo Coach

  • Redwood City, CA (15 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (15 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 9 days ago

About the Employer About the Employer The Sequoia Union High School District (SUHSD) serves more than 9,000 students in grades 9 through 12 from multiple diverse communities in the mid-Peninsula...

Principal - Bridges Academy (7th/8th) - 2025-2026 School Year

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The Principal is responsible for school-wide leadership and the supervision of staff....

Principal - Birch Grove Primary School

  • Newark, CA (4 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newark, CA (4 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago

California Administrative Credential 3 Recent Letters of Recommendation Cover Letter Resume All of the following documents are required for this position: - Letter of Introduction - Letter(s) of...

Principal - Elementary School (Pool)

  • Newark, CA (4 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Newark, CA (4 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago

5 years of responsible teaching experience and 2 years of supervisory, management, administrative experience desirable. Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred. Credential Copy (Administrative...

Principal UX Designer

  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (16 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Summary: What you need to know about the role: As a Principal Designer for Workshop, we are seeking a visionary leader with an unwavering commitment to user-centered design....

Principal: Jefferson Elementary School - Bilingual in Spanish preferred

  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (14 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 11 days ago

San Leandro Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Valid Administrative credential2. Letter of Interest3. Resume4. Copy of College Transcripts5. Three Current Letters of...

K-8 School Principal Tice Creek School - Project Based Learning School - Walnut Creek School District - Northern California

  • Walnut Creek, CA (21 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (21 miles from Fremont, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Walnut Creek School District - Walnut Creek California Engage, Inspire, and Empower ALL Learners! See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience...

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Fremont, CA

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Fremont, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.8%
Doctorate Degree
21.2%
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 Fremont, CA
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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