Principal Jobs in Pennsylvania

Principal jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand in K-12 public school districts, charter school networks, and private independent schools, and openings at every level from assistant principal through district-level leadership. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like the School District of Philadelphia, Pittsburgh Public Schools, and KIPP Pennsylvania Schools maintaining ongoing principal pipelines. Leadership in urban turnaround schools, special education administration, and Title I schools are among the most in-demand specializations across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles94
Top employerBuro Happold
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring45
Work type66% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Software Engineer Principal-Informatica/Oracle/SQL
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Software Engineer Principal-Informatica/Oracle/SQL
PNC Financial Services Group
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Elementary School Principal - CH
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Elementary School Principal - CH
Millcreek Township School District
Erie, Pennsylvania
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
Doctoral degree
1,001-5,000

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Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Special Project Group)
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Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Special Project Group)
ECS Limited
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Project & Program Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Master's degree in civil engineering
1,001-5,000

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Principal Systems Engineer
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Principal Systems Engineer
Leidos
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Product Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$131k - $237k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Principal Programmer Analyst (onsite at Delaware County Community College)
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Principal Programmer Analyst (onsite at Delaware County Community College)
Ellucian
Media, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
1,001-5,000

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Principal Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

King of Prussia
3 jobs
Cranberry Township
3 jobs
Exton
2 jobs
Audubon
2 jobs
Horsham
2 jobs
Blue Bell
2 jobs
Warrendale
2 jobs

Principal Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Buro Happold3 open roles
PNC Financial Services3 open roles
Westinghouse Electric Company3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in principal jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Active Pennsylvania Instructional II or Educational Specialist certificate with principal endorsement required
  • Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field required
  • Minimum of five years certified teaching experience in an accredited school setting
  • Completion of Pennsylvania's required superintendent or principal preparation program
  • Experience with Pennsylvania Core Standards curriculum implementation and student achievement data
  • Clearances including Pennsylvania State Police, FBI, and child abuse background checks required

Principal Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a principal in Pennsylvania?

To become a principal in Pennsylvania, you must hold a Pennsylvania Principal Certificate issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The path requires a master's degree, completion of an approved principal preparation program, and at least three years of satisfactory teaching experience under a Pennsylvania certificate. Candidates must also pass the School Leaders Licensure Assessment and hold a valid Instructional II certificate before applying for the administrative credential.

Which companies hire principals in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring principals in Pennsylvania right now include Buro Happold, PNC Financial Services, and Westinghouse Electric Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's mix of large urban districts, suburban district consortia, and growing charter school networks means principal openings appear across both metro and rural settings throughout the school year.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most principal jobs?

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and King of Prussia have the most principal openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia dominates by sheer district size, while Pittsburgh's concentration of charter and magnet schools drives steady demand, and smaller cities like Allentown and Reading see consistent openings tied to large, Title I-heavy districts that experience higher leadership turnover.

Are there remote principal jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. About 77% of principal openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role is fundamentally on-site and school-based. The portions of the work most suited to remote days include curriculum planning, data analysis, and district-level administrative coordination rather than daily school building leadership.

How can I get hired as a principal in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing an assistant principal position, which most Pennsylvania districts treat as the direct pipeline into principal roles. Large employers like the School District of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh Public Schools regularly post assistant principal openings that accept candidates in their final semester of a principal preparation program. Building a portfolio of teacher leadership, instructional coaching, or department chair experience alongside your Pennsylvania Principal Certificate application gives candidates a clear edge over those with credentials alone.

Where can I find and apply to principal jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to principal jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from districts, charter networks, and private schools across the state. Find roles that match your certification level and regional preference and apply directly to each employer.

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