School Principal Jobs in Georgia

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 Data Architect

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Lumen Principal Data Architect in Atlanta , Georgia About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Remote Work

(9) years of relevant full-time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree, or Doctoral degree with four (4) years of relevant full-time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree Principal...

/Principal Academic Professional (open rank) on-site

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Principal Academic Professional Terminal degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Communication, or a related discipline. Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field....

Principal

  • Augusta, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 3 days ago

Identify staff training needs; develop and implement school improvement training plan to meet those needs. (*) 9. Supervise and evaluate staff. (*) 10....

Principal Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Engineer in Atlanta , Georgia About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Principal Information Security Architect

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Information Security Architect in Atlanta , Georgia About Lumen Lumen connects the world....

Summary The Principal Architect will use their experience and advanced knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts of security, networks, cloud, and software defined technologies to create secure...

Remote Work

High School Head Girls Basketball Coach

  • Toccoa, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Toccoa, GA
  • 7 days ago

High School Head Girls Basketball Coach Stephens County School District Stephens County High School - Toccoa, Georgia This job is also posted in Stephens County School District Job Details Job...

Principal Data Scientist - Recommendations, Online Data Science

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Principal Data Scientists focus on seeking out business opportunities to leverage data science as a competitive advantage....

Preschool Director

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 12 days ago

Preschool Director Kennesaw, GA We're hiring immediately! Sunbrook Academy, part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking a Preschool Director to bring your love of children and past...

Principal Data Scientist, Customer Experience

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 13 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 13 days ago

Principal Data Scientists focus on seeking out business opportunities to leverage data science as a competitive advantage....

Principal - Architecture

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 14 days ago

Principal - Architecture About US: LTIMindtree is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company that enables enterprises across industries to reimagine business models, accelerate innovation...

Principal Design Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 15 days ago

Principal Design Engineer will collaborate internally and externally to integrate designed production solutions and other material handling components that satisfy requirements....

Principal, Elementary School

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 16 days ago

The principal also works with others to develop and execute a school improvement plan and allocates resources to continually improve student achievement....

Preschool Director

  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 16 days ago

Ability to inspire and guide staff, manage school operations, and maintain a productive, positive work environment....

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for School Principal Jobs in Georgia

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

Highest Education Level

School Principals in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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