High School Principal Jobs in Iowa

High School Principal jobs in Iowa are open across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport and other Iowa metros, with employers like Trinity Health, Dollar General, and Tractor Supply Company hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,054+
Top employerTrinity Health
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring169
Work type99% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Iowa Central Community College
High School Options Instructor
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Iowa Central Community College
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High School Options Instructor
Iowa Central Community College
Eagle Grove, Iowa
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Des Moines Public Schools
High School Special Education Transitions Teacher
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Des Moines Public Schools
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High School Special Education Transitions Teacher
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, Iowa
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
$51k - $84k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Des Moines Public Schools
High School Counselor
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Des Moines Public Schools
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High School Counselor
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, Iowa
Allied Health
Social Work & Counseling
$55k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
High School English Language Arts Teacher
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HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
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High School English Language Arts Teacher
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
Dubuque, Iowa
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare
Peer Support Specialist
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Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare
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Peer Support Specialist
Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Healthcare
Mason City, Iowa
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
On-Site
High School

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High School Principal Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
112 jobs
Cedar Rapids
77 jobs
Davenport
51 jobs
Council Bluffs
43 jobs
West Des Moines
42 jobs
Iowa City
36 jobs
Dubuque
35 jobs
Ames
34 jobs
Sioux City
32 jobs

High School Principal Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Trinity Health
    Trinity Health143
  • Dollar General
    Dollar General46
  • Tractor Supply Company
    Tractor Supply Company34
  • McDonald's
    McDonald's21
  • Panda Restaurant
    Panda Restaurant21

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services266
  • Retail159
  • Food & Beverage92
  • Manufacturing77
  • Chemicals & Materials53

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in high school principal jobs across Iowa.

  • 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

High School Principal Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many high school principal jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 1,054+ high school principal openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

Which Iowa cities have the most high school principal jobs?

Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport have the most high school principal openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire high school principals in Iowa?

Employers hiring high school principals in Iowa include Trinity Health, Dollar General, and Tractor Supply Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote high school principal jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 1% of high school principal openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.

How do I apply for high school principal jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to high school principal jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.

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