Principal Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Learning Links Preschool, of AbilityPath, is hiring for Lead Preschool Teacher. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with diverse abilities?...

2025-26 Head of School

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Community School for Creative Education See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further...

Third Grade Lead Teacher

  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

parents, colleagues, and administration Work with the Lower School Director to carry out the academic program: curriculum development and implementation, classroom management, student assessment and parent...

Elementary School Principal - Lorin Eden Elementary School (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary The principal position at Lorin A....

Part-Time STEM Head Teacher

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Educational Requirements: College-level coursework, professional training, or experience in one or more of the following fields: education, early childhood education, museum education and/or a STEM...

Lead Teacher at School Age at Covington Elementary

  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Development Associate (CDA) Credential or meet NAEYC candidacy requirements Approved state trainer (preferred) 2-3 years Early Childhood Education Experience (preferred) Bachelors degree in Early Childhood...

Specialist: Behavior - Office of Chief Academic Officer (2025-26)

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately...

Para Educator II-Lead Teacher/Extended Day (10 month position); Roving

  • Foster City, CA (10 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Foster City, CA (10 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

See attachment on original job posting Requirements: Must have a Children's Center Permit or Child Development Associate (CDA) OR completion of 12 college units in recreation, physical education, elementary...

Daycare Lead Teacher - La Petite Academy, Crow Canyon Rd

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Transitional Kindergarten Lead Teacher (25-26SY)

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

SUPERVISION: This position will report to the principal or assistant principal at their school site....

Daycare Lead Teacher- La Petite Academy, Valley Ave

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the preschool children in your class. Call the shots!...

Preschool Lead Teacher - Gateway Child Development Center

  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Preferred Qualifications AA degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field. CCTC Site Supervisor Permit or eligible....

Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.1%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
Doctorate Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
3.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Palo Alto, CA
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%