Principal Jobs in Illinois

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Lead Teacher at Meadow Glen-Naperville

  • KinderCare Education
  • Naperville, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 12 hours ago

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

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Lead Teacher- IL

  • Children of America
  • Montgomery, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL
  • 3 days ago

As a Lead Teacher, you will work alongside a talented team of educators in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow professionally and share your passion for early childhood education...

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Quad Cities Early Childhood Learning Center Lead Teacher (multiple positions)

  • Western Illinois University
  • Moline, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 4 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education with special emphasis on bilingual and special education; Oral and written Bilingual Proficiency in...

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04 Lead Teacher - $2,000 Sign on Bonus

  • One Hope United
  • Aurora, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 4 days ago

New employees who come from a corporate environment quickly fall in love with the atmosphere at an OHU child development center!...

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Early Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Cadence Academy Preschool
  • Peoria, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Need: High school diploma or equivalent Must be 18 or older Meet state requirements for lead preschool teachers CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related...

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43-Week Early Learning Lead Teacher (Ages 3-5)

  • Metropolitan Family Services
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 4 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or education from an accredited college or university required....

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Early Preschool Lead Teacher

  • Cadence Education
  • Peoria Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Peoria Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Need: High school diploma or equivalent Must be 18 or older Meet state requirements for lead preschool teachers CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related...

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Early Childhood Lead Teacher - Northbrook / Bernard Weinger

  • JCC Chicago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 7 days ago

Development, Elementary Education or Early Childhood Special Education....

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Interim School Administrator (SY 25/26)

  • Acero Charter Schools
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Interim School Administrators are hired to fulfill the role of the Principal or Assistant Principal during an extended leave or vacancy period....

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Head of School

  • National Association of Episcopal Schools
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

, including relevant college coursework and experience in early childhood education....

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Bilingual Lead Teacher (AGE 3-5)

  • Insight Global
  • Zion, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Zion, IL
  • 8 days ago

Must Haves: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education (ECE), Child Development (CD), or related field with a minimum of 27 credits in Early Childhood....

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Lead Teacher (Summer 2026)

  • CHICAGO COMMONS
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Bachelors or better in Early Childhood Education or related field....

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Lead Teacher - Infant

  • Cadence Academy Preschool
  • Oswego, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Oswego, IL
  • 10 days ago

Child Development Associate (CDA) or a college degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field. Previous preschool lead teacher experience (a must!)....

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Lead Teacher (AGE 0-3)

  • Insight Global
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 12 days ago

Must Haves: Bachelor's degree in early childhood education (ECE), Child Development (CD), or related field with a minimum of 27 credits in Early Childhood....

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Executive Assistant to the Head of School and Director of Special Projects

  • Lake Forest Country Day School
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 13 days ago

Executive Assistant to the Head of School and Director of Special Projects Reports to Head of School Administration The Executive Assistant to the Head of School provides administrative support...

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Salary for Principal Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Principals in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.9%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Doctorate Degree
14.0%
Associate's Degree
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
3.1%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principals in Illinois
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%