School Principal Jobs in Los Angeles, 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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Principal - Middle School

  • Paramount, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Paramount, CA (7 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Welcome to Paramount Unified School District, where great things are happening. Paramount strives to create a collaborative and supportive environment for our employees so that they may focus on...

Elementary Principal

  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

seeking a school principal who is: ATTRIBUTES Rooted in a well-formed Catholic identity and grounded in a Catholic worldview....

Elementary Principal

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Saint Ignatius of Loyola School 6025 Monte Vista Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042 Phone: ... stignatiusla.org We are currently seeking a school principal who is: ATTRIBUTES Catholic School Principals must...

Principal

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Instructional Leadership: Manage, evaluate and develop a team of teachers to improve student achievement results....

Preschool Director #731

  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

About the Employer The Placentia Yorba Linda Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or...

Elementary School Principal

  • Covina, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Covina, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary Job Summary The Principal is the instructional leader and administrator of all aspects of the school and is directly responsible to the Superintendent....

Middle School Principal

  • Van Nuys, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 7 days ago

To Staff: School Operations: Manage academic and operational systems; strategic planning and curriculum development....

Principals must seek to fulfill priorities in the following areas of the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS)....

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools, Principal

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

WHAT PRINCIPALS SUPPORT Alliance Principals receive substantial professional development to continue to hone their craft, including monthly full-day professional development sessions, semi-annual network-wide...

Elementary Principal, Our Lady of Refuge School (Long Beach)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

principal who is: ATTRIBUTES Catholic School Principals must seek to fulfill priorities in the following areas of the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary...

Middle School Principal @ Suzanne Middle School

  • Walnut, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Walnut, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

About the Employer OUR VISION: All Walnut Valley students will experience an exceptional education in a supportive, safe, and healthy environment, giving them the skills, ethics and courage to...

Principal Tk-8

  • Hermosa Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA (11 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Budget development and effective school operations. Fostering a positive school culture with high expectations for students and staff....

Elementary School Principal, TK-8th

  • El Monte, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • El Monte, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Responsible for the overall administration of the school site, including the direction and supervision of the educational program, curriculum development, guidance...

Elementary School Principal (Rancho Vista Elementary)

  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified See attachment on original job posting Qualified candidates must possess a valid Administrative Services credential or Certificate of Eligibility Attach the...

High School Principal (Palos Verdes Peninsula High School)

  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Palos Verdes Estates, CA (15 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified See attachment on original job posting Qualified candidates must possess a valid Administrative Services credential or Certificate of Eligibility All of the...

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

School Principals in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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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