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 $58 as of June 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $51 and $65. 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. 

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Inner City Foundation - Los Angeles , CA
Principal Job Description Organization Background: The Inner City Education Foundation, known as ... ICEF Public Schools operates seven high-quality, tuition-free, public charter elementary, middle ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 63 days ago
Oakwood School - Los Angeles , CA
POSITION SUMMARYThe elementary school counselor reports to the principal and works within the Support Services department to provide social, emotional, and behavioral guidance to the school ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
Action Day Schools - San Jose , CA
Since 1979, Action Day Elementary School has proven itself as an extraordinary environment for top ... with the principal and parents regarding student issues, and conduct parent-teacher conferencing
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
Uncommon Schools - Rochester , NY
Job Description Uncommon Elementary School Teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student ... You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends ...
Job Traffic Ltd - 55 days ago
Woodcraft Rangers - Inglewood , CA
The Site Coordinator is responsible to the Regional Program Manager, School Principal and School Liaison for effective and timely implementation of program policy, goals, and procedures The Site ...
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Vista Charter Public Schools - Anaheim , CA
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR (Principal) RESPONSIBILITIES: * Maintains SPED program, including calendar of meetings, staff trainings, deadlines and program needs * Organizes and maintains service provider ...
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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Elementary School Principal in the United States. The average hourly rate for Elementary School Principal ranges from $51 to $65 with the average hourly pay of $58. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $51 to $65 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $58.

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