Elementary Principal Salary in San Diego, CA

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How much does an Elementary Principal make in San Diego, CA? The average Elementary Principal salary in San Diego, CA is $106,661 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $94,932 and $120,255. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Elementary Principal

Proximity Learning Inc. - New York , NY

Salary: We're seeking an Elementary Principal to spearhead our Online School, someone deeply committed, whom has already integrated Live Virtual Teachers into their current educational environment

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Elementary Principal

Shoreline Christian School - Seattle , WA

The Elementary Principal holds immediate oversight responsibilities for the curriculum, teaching, assessment, and outcomes of their school in consultation with the Head of School. The Principal ...

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2024-25 Elementary Principal

Diocese of Austin Catholic Schools - Bryan , TX

... Elementary Principal. Apply now to become part of our esteemed leadership team.

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Elementary Principal 2024/2025 - Russell Ranch Elementary

FCUSD - Folsom , CA

About FCUSD FCUSD is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's success. In collaboration with our community, the mission of FCUSD is to ...

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Elementary Principal

Phalen Leadership Academies - Detroit , MI

As a principal, you will be responsible for leading and managing your campus in alignment with PLA's vision of creating an environment of high standards for both our staff and our scholars. Our ...

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Elementary Principal at Pleasant View Elementary School

Cheatham County Schools - Ashland City , TN

Cheatham County School District The Cheatham County School District has a long and rich history of providing an outstanding academic experience for our students. Cheatham County, home to about 41,000 ...

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What does an Elementary Principal do?

Common responsibilities of an Elementary Principal

Demonstrated leadership skills and personal qualifications necessary to work successfully with students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community.

April 01, 2023

Provide instructional leadership for the campus including analyzing data and developing plans to increase student achievement with the principal.

December 26, 2022

Understanding of curriculum, instruction, assessment and staff development requirements under state and federal education laws and regulations.

December 26, 2022

Works with faculty and encourages student input to develop a student management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.

February 03, 2023

Assist the principal to develop, maintain, and use information systems to maintain records and track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.

February 05, 2023

Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including assistant principal(s), teacher(s), counselor(s), librarian(s), instructional aide(s), and clerical support staff.

March 04, 2023

Participate in regular formative observations of teachers, know and be able to identify best instructional practices, and provide coaching in the use of effective instructional strategies.

March 15, 2023

Communicate effectively, coordinate campus functions, evaluate instructional programs and teacher effectiveness, implement policies and procedures, interpret data, manage budget and staff, manage multiple priorities and projects, and use computer and application software.

March 18, 2023

Develop an understanding of the learning targets for each content area, and demonstrate an understanding of effective instructional strategies that teachers must use to help students reach those targets.

April 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Elementary Principal in San Diego, CA

Average Base Salary

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94932

120255

106661

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

97382

125763

109958

What is the average salary for Elementary Principal in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Elementary Principal in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Elementary Principal ranges from $94,932 to $120,255 with the average base salary of $106,661. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $97,382 to $125,763 with the average total cash compensation of $109,958.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$106,661	$94,932 - $120,255
Bonus	$3,297	$2,450 - $5,508
Total Pay	$109,958	$97,382 - $125,763

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Elementary Principal Salary Near San Diego, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE El Cajon, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,105 - $120,475	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Chula Vista, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,388 - $120,833	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Escondido, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,858 - $120,161	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Oceanside, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $95,525 - $121,006	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Carlsbad, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,858 - $120,161	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA
CITY, STATE Murrieta, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $96,402 - $122,117	COMPARE TO San Diego, CA

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About San Diego, California

According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Canyon and Point Loma fault zones are part of the San Andreas Fault system. About 40 miles (64 km) east of the bay are the Laguna Mountains in the Peninsular Ranges, which are part of the backbone of the American continents. The city lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separating its mesas, creating small pockets of natural open space scattered throughout the city and giving it a hilly geography. Traditionally, San Diegans have built the...

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About San Diego, California According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Cany....More

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