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High School Principal jobs are open across public school districts, charter networks, and private and faith-based schools, from assistant principal to veteran campus leader, with specializations in turnaround leadership, special education administration, and career and technical education. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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ABOUT KIPP KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.
Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Principal Fellow is a pivotal leadership position designed for high-potential assistant principals preparing to transition into the role of principal/school leader. The role of the Fellow will focus on academic excellence, character development, and a positive school culture. This position functions as an intensive residency, requiring the Fellow to shadow a mentor principal while taking on significant leadership responsibilities to ensure a school’s operational and academic success.
Under the guidance of a Mentor Principal and District Leadership, the Fellow will develop the competencies required to lead a high-performing K-12 school, focusing on instructional leadership, school culture, and organizational management. This Principal Fellow will collaborate with the principal/school leader, Instructional Coach, Dean of Culture, ISS Coordinator, and teachers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Leadership:
- Support the implementation of a rigorous curriculum, actively mobilizing teachers to achieve the school's collective goals aligned with the Principal's vision.
- Conduct formal and informal observations; provide high-leverage feedback using district-approved rubrics.
- Collaborate with the Principal on key initiatives, including hiring diverse, highly-effective teachers.
- Ensure rigorous, standards-aligned instruction is delivered across all grade levels.
Teacher Leadership & Development:
- Mentor and support teachers in your assigned grade levels, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Facilitate professional development opportunities to enhance teacher skills and knowledge.
- Partner with Instructional Coaches to lead the planning and goal setting for your assigned grade levels, ensuring alignment with school-wide goals.
- Supports the Principal in identifying and developing emerging leaders (Department Heads and/or Grade Level Chairs).
School Culture and Operations:
- Partner with the principal/school leader to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students.
- Assist in developing and implementing school-wide behavior management plans and routines.
- Serve as the first point of contact for school leadership regarding student interventions and parent engagement within assigned grade levels.
- Oversee the daily operations within your assigned grade levels, ensuring smooth functioning of classrooms, lunch periods, and student transitions.
- Manage and support assigned faculty and staff within your grade levels, addressing any concerns and ensuring they have the resources needed to be successful.
Data Analysis & Decision-Making:
- Analyze student data to identify areas of strength and opportunity within your assigned grade levels.
- Collaborate with the Principal and other school leaders to develop data-driven instructional strategies and interventions.
- Monitor the progress of students and track the effectiveness of implemented programs.
- Contribute to the development and monitoring of annual school goals and data-driven action plans.
Communication & Collaboration:
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and teachers regarding academic progress, school policies, and upcoming events.
- Collaborate with the Principal, Assistant Principals, Assistant Principal of Culture, and other school leaders to achieve the school's overall goals.
- Represent the school at meetings and events as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or currently enrolled in a recognized Principal Prep program
- Minimum of 4–6 years of exemplary K-12 teaching experience; including at least 2 years of leadership or teacher-leader experience (e.g., Grade Level Lead, Instructional Coach, Content Lead)
- Possession of a State Building-Level Administrator License
- Proven track record of instructional leadership and improving student learning outcomes
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Commitment: Upholds KIPP Kansas City’s mission and values, including a deep belief in the potential of all students.
- Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop educators.
- Initiative: Exemplifies proactive problem solving and willingness to move from “me to we.”
- Growth Mindset: Able to receive and handle feedback while assisting with setting the school’s professional culture.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills exemplified among the school leadership team and school staff conveying clear, concise, and timely information among all stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders beyond the school staff such as regional and C-Suite teams.
- Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategic interventions based on findings.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Reports to work Monday-Friday.
Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel to work location.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary is based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise.
As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance, fertility, and disability plans.
KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement, ongoing professional development, and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.
KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Our application process is grounded in equity and fairness, ensuring a just and unbiased selection process. Below is our standard selection process for regional roles:
- Application Submission + Resume Review
- Phone or Video Interview
- If Applicable (Sample work or Performance Task)
- Committee Interview(s)
- 1:1 Chat w/Hiring Manager
- Reference Check
- Offer Terms
ABOUT KIPP KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS:
KIPP Kansas City Public Schools is part of a nationwide network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory charter schools dedicated to preparing students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life. Our strength as a region serves as a catalyst for empowerment, change, and hope.
Founded in 2007, KIPP Kansas City Public Schools began with KIPP Endeavor Academy, serving approximately 31 fifth-grade students. Today, we educate approximately 1,000 students from Pre-K through 12th grade, with our community continuing to expand. Together with families and communities, we strive to create joyful, academically excellent schools that equip students with the skills and confidence to pursue their chosen paths—whether college, career, or beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Principal Fellow is a pivotal leadership position designed for high-potential assistant principals preparing to transition into the role of principal/school leader. The role of the Fellow will focus on academic excellence, character development, and a positive school culture. This position functions as an intensive residency, requiring the Fellow to shadow a mentor principal while taking on significant leadership responsibilities to ensure a school’s operational and academic success.
Under the guidance of a Mentor Principal and District Leadership, the Fellow will develop the competencies required to lead a high-performing K-12 school, focusing on instructional leadership, school culture, and organizational management. This Principal Fellow will collaborate with the principal/school leader, Instructional Coach, Dean of Culture, ISS Coordinator, and teachers.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Leadership:
- Support the implementation of a rigorous curriculum, actively mobilizing teachers to achieve the school's collective goals aligned with the Principal's vision.
- Conduct formal and informal observations; provide high-leverage feedback using district-approved rubrics.
- Collaborate with the Principal on key initiatives, including hiring diverse, highly-effective teachers.
- Ensure rigorous, standards-aligned instruction is delivered across all grade levels.
Teacher Leadership & Development:
- Mentor and support teachers in your assigned grade levels, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Facilitate professional development opportunities to enhance teacher skills and knowledge.
- Partner with Instructional Coaches to lead the planning and goal setting for your assigned grade levels, ensuring alignment with school-wide goals.
- Supports the Principal in identifying and developing emerging leaders (Department Heads and/or Grade Level Chairs).
School Culture and Operations:
- Partner with the principal/school leader to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students.
- Assist in developing and implementing school-wide behavior management plans and routines.
- Serve as the first point of contact for school leadership regarding student interventions and parent engagement within assigned grade levels.
- Oversee the daily operations within your assigned grade levels, ensuring smooth functioning of classrooms, lunch periods, and student transitions.
- Manage and support assigned faculty and staff within your grade levels, addressing any concerns and ensuring they have the resources needed to be successful.
Data Analysis & Decision-Making:
- Analyze student data to identify areas of strength and opportunity within your assigned grade levels.
- Collaborate with the Principal and other school leaders to develop data-driven instructional strategies and interventions.
- Monitor the progress of students and track the effectiveness of implemented programs.
- Contribute to the development and monitoring of annual school goals and data-driven action plans.
Communication & Collaboration:
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and teachers regarding academic progress, school policies, and upcoming events.
- Collaborate with the Principal, Assistant Principals, Assistant Principal of Culture, and other school leaders to achieve the school's overall goals.
- Represent the school at meetings and events as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or currently enrolled in a recognized Principal Prep program
- Minimum of 4–6 years of exemplary K-12 teaching experience; including at least 2 years of leadership or teacher-leader experience (e.g., Grade Level Lead, Instructional Coach, Content Lead)
- Possession of a State Building-Level Administrator License
- Proven track record of instructional leadership and improving student learning outcomes
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Commitment: Upholds KIPP Kansas City’s mission and values, including a deep belief in the potential of all students.
- Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop educators.
- Initiative: Exemplifies proactive problem solving and willingness to move from “me to we.”
- Growth Mindset: Able to receive and handle feedback while assisting with setting the school’s professional culture.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills exemplified among the school leadership team and school staff conveying clear, concise, and timely information among all stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders beyond the school staff such as regional and C-Suite teams.
- Data Analysis: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategic interventions based on findings.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.
The candidate is expected to attend conferences, meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Reports to work Monday-Friday.
Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to travel to work location.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary is based on years of experience, educational background, and level of expertise.
As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee, you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, as well as life insurance, fertility, and disability plans.
KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement, ongoing professional development, and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.
KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Our application process is grounded in equity and fairness, ensuring a just and unbiased selection process. Below is our standard selection process for regional roles:
- Application Submission + Resume Review
- Phone or Video Interview
- If Applicable (Sample work or Performance Task)
- Committee Interview(s)
- 1:1 Chat w/Hiring Manager
- Reference Check
- Offer Terms
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Austin Independent School District3
- GlobalFoundries3
- FlagStar Bank2
- Genentech2
- Horizon Therapeutics Usa2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education11
- Banking & Financial Services3
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Energy3
- Technology & Software3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in high school principal jobs.
- Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a closely related field
- State-issued principal or administrator licensure or certification
- Minimum of three to five years of classroom teaching experience
- Prior experience in an assistant principal or school leadership role
- Demonstrated ability to analyze student achievement data and drive instructional improvement
- Strong skills in staff supervision, evaluation, and instructional coaching
Tips for Your High School Principal Job Search
Tailor your resume to district priorities
Pull the language directly from each job posting, whether it emphasizes student achievement data, instructional coaching, or community engagement. Principals hired away from generic resumes almost always mirror the district's strategic plan language back to the hiring committee.
Quantify your leadership impact concretely
Hiring committees want to see what changed under your watch. Replace vague claims with outcomes tied to your tenure: graduation rate movement, staff retention shifts, or discipline referral reductions you can speak to in detail during interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists high school principal openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target districts whose demographics match your experience
Search for openings in districts whose enrollment size, socioeconomic profile, and instructional challenges align with schools you have already led. Committees consistently favor candidates who have solved the same problems they are currently facing, not adjacent ones.
Prepare a leadership portfolio before you interview
Bring a concise portfolio showing your school improvement plan, a sample observation cycle with feedback, and one data story from your tenure. Many finalist rounds include a community presentation where a portfolio immediately separates prepared candidates from the rest.
Negotiate your contract terms beyond base salary
Once you have an offer, review the contract for evaluation criteria, professional development funding, and moving expense reimbursement. These terms are far easier to negotiate before you sign than after, and many districts have more flexibility in non-salary items than they do in pay.
High School Principal Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most high school principals?
The companies hiring the most high school principals right now include Austin Independent School District, GlobalFoundries, and FlagStar Bank, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Vermont, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban public districts tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many high school principal jobs are remote?
About 14% of high school principal openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the on-site nature of campus leadership. The sub-roles most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are district-level curriculum coordinator positions and virtual or online high school principal roles, which require less daily physical presence than traditional campus assignments.
How do you become a high school principal?
You typically start by earning a master's degree in educational leadership or administration, then complete a state-approved principal preparation program that includes a supervised internship. From there, you apply for your state's administrator licensure, build experience as an assistant principal or department chair, and then pursue campus leadership roles as they open in your district or region.
Can you become a high school principal with limited administrative experience?
You can move toward a principal role with limited formal administrative experience by first building a record as a teacher leader, instructional coach, or department head. Many districts value candidates who can demonstrate measurable impact on student outcomes and staff development even without a formal administrative title, particularly in hard-to-staff schools or turnaround settings where leadership pipelines run thin.
What does the high school principal interview process look like?
Most districts run a multi-round process that begins with a screening interview conducted by HR or a district administrator, followed by a panel interview with teachers, parents, and community members. Finalists are typically asked to deliver a leadership presentation or respond to a scenario-based prompt, after which the superintendent or school board makes the final selection and extends a conditional offer.
Where can I find and apply to high school principal jobs?
You can find and apply to high school principal jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts, charter networks, and private schools across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and licensure, then apply directly to each listing without being redirected to a third-party site.
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