Elementary School Principal Salary in the United States

How much does an Elementary School Principal make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Elementary School Principal in the United States is $34 as of September 26, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $30 and $38. Hourly rate 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.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

Elementary School Principal

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PRINCIPAL (CENTER DIRECTOR)
Community Action Organization of WNY (CAO) - Getzville , NY
Management functions must support the overall goal of school readiness for children enrolled in Head Start Academies, as outlined in the Head Start Act and HHS Roadmap to Excellence. Maintain ...
WNYJOBS.com - 5 days ago
School Principal
Texas Leadership Charter Academy - Midland , TX
The Principal will oversee instructional programs and manage operations and personnel at the Charter level. He or she needs to demonstrate leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service
ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago
Elementary Teacher
Von Wedel Montessori - Miami , FL
Long-standing Montessori School looking to add caring, positive, vibrant, success-oriented Elementary teacher(s) to our ranks to meet the needs of our growing campus. A Bachelor's degree ...
ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago
Contract Elementary School SLPA Job Opening - Redwood City, CA
SLPJobs.com - Redwood City , CA
This is an amazing opportunity to join a supportive school district in a great area. Details are listed below: Job details: · Must have CA SLPA License · Full Time position · Elementary school ...
SLPJobs.com - 1 day ago
Community Liaison
Environmental Charter Schools - Redondo Beach , CA
... Principal, Office Manager, After School Program Coordinator, charter school staff and outside ... and elementary schools to support community engagement and student recruitment efforts. • ...
ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago
Relocate to China/International Elementary Teacher
AYIC - Portland , OR
You will educate students in all subjects at the elementary school level. Our client is offer $4k-5k USD monthly with free insurance, reimbursement of flight. To put your income into prospective, the ...
ZipRecruiter - 5 days ago