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Middle School Principal

Waterford, MI

$94K - $128K/yr

Middle School Principal Location: Brandon Middle School Position Summary: The Middle School ... Supervises and evaluates certified secondary staff, ensuring that the proper elements of ...

Middle School Principal

Ortonville, MI · On-site

$84K - $113K/yr

Middle School Principal Location: Brandon Middle School Position Summary: The Middle School ... Supervises and evaluates certified secondary staff, ensuring that the proper elements of ...

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How much do secondary school principal jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for secondary school principal in the United States is $109,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a secondary school principal?

To thrive as a Secondary School Principal, you need strong leadership, educational management experience, and typically a master's degree in education or educational administration along with state certification. Familiarity with school information systems, curriculum planning tools, and data analysis software is often required. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills set outstanding principals apart. These skills are essential to effectively lead staff, foster a positive school culture, and ensure academic success for all students.

What are some of the most common challenges faced by secondary school principals, and how can they effectively address them?

Secondary school principals often face challenges such as balancing administrative duties with instructional leadership, managing diverse staff and student needs, and handling conflict resolution. Effective principals address these by prioritizing clear communication, fostering a collaborative school culture, and delegating responsibilities appropriately. Staying current with educational policies and building strong relationships with teachers, parents, and students also helps principals navigate these challenges while supporting school improvement and student success.

What is the difference between Secondary School Principal vs School Counselor?

AspectSecondary School PrincipalSchool Counselor
Required CredentialsMaster's degree in education, administrative certificationMaster's degree in counseling or psychology, state licensure
Work EnvironmentSchool administration, leadership roles, overseeing staff and policiesStudent support, guidance sessions, mental health counseling
Employer & Industry UsagePublic and private schools, educational institutionsSchools, educational organizations, mental health agencies

The primary difference between a Secondary School Principal and a School Counselor lies in their roles and responsibilities. The principal manages school operations, staff, and policies, requiring administrative credentials. In contrast, the counselor focuses on student well-being and academic guidance, requiring counseling-specific qualifications. Both roles are vital in the educational environment but serve distinct functions.

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Infographic showing various Secondary School Principal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,559 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

2026-2027 Elementary or Secondary School Principal Internship

Beaufort County School District

Beaufort, SC

Full-time, Internship

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

POSITION PURPOSE: Beaufort County School District is accepting applications for a qualified intern to join our team. We provide an internship program that allows individuals to learn the fundamentals of school leadership to candidates earning an advanced degree through a state recognized accredited program. To function as a member of the total educational team and bring specialized knowledge and skills related to school administration and leadership.

 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 
  • To complete the Intern Preparation Program with all competencies attained.
  • To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
  • To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality and accuracy.
  • To perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as the Principal or his/her designee may assign.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Chief Officer, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.


QUALIFICATIONS:

 
  • Master's degree in progress
  • Valid South Carolina Educator's Professional Certificate at the elementary or secondary level
  • Minimum qualifying score(s) on the area examinations required by the State Board of Education
  • Verification of three years teaching experience, including at least one year of teaching in grades pre-K-8 for elementary, 7-12 for secondary
  • Completion of an advanced program approved by the State Board of Education for the training of elementary or secondary principals and supervisors

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:
 
  • Present a minimum qualifying score on the Praxis, South Carolina's Supervision and Administration Examination, prior to enrolling in an internship.
  • Present a Valid South Carolina Teaching Certificate
    • Earn a passing score on the Praxis, South Carolina's Supervision and Administration Examination.
    • Apply to APPLITRACK to register for an internship
    • Meet with Jill McAden to review request for admission to an internship.
 

EXPERIENCE: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have the ability to use the Internet for research applications.  Must possess working knowledge of common office equipment, such as fax, copier, calculator, etc.
 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

 

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

 
  1. Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
  2. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
  3. Speak and hear.
  4. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
  5. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  6. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.
WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:
  1. Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
  2. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
  3. Have regular and punctual attendance.
  4. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
  5. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.
 

REPORTS TO: Principal
 

DAYS PER YEAR: Determined by college or university

 

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Non-Paid Intern position

 

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Internship

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing a "Classified" application and adding this specific job to your online application.

 

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

 

 

 EMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:
1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.
2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.
3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).
Employee's Name (Print): ___________________________________
Employee's Signature: ___________________________________
Date: __________________________  











 

THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER