Principal Jobs in Tennessee

Principal jobs in Tennessee are in strong demand across public K-12 school districts, charter networks, and private schools, with openings for candidates from first-time assistant principals stepping into leadership through veteran administrators. Nashville-Davidson, Memphis, and Knoxville are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers such as Metro Nashville Public Schools, Shelby County Schools, and Knox County Schools. Instructional leadership, school turnaround, and special education administration are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Tennessee hiring committees. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles77
Top employerOracle
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring10
Work type60% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Ingénieur principal
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Ingénieur principal
Trane Technologies
Clarksville, Tennessee
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $144k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Principal Core Infrastructure Engineer
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Principal Core Infrastructure Engineer
Oracle
Nashville, Tennessee
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Cyber Security Principal
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Cyber Security Principal
FedEx
Memphis, Tennessee
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
$9,208.38 - $17k.08/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Principal Software Engineer, AI Core Infrastructure at OCI
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Principal Software Engineer, AI Core Infrastructure at OCI
Oracle
Nashville, Tennessee
Cloud Engineering
Data Engineering
IT Support
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Principal Software Development Engineer
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Principal Software Development Engineer
Oracle
Nashville, Tennessee
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
10,000+

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Principal Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
58 jobs
Memphis
5 jobs
Franklin
3 jobs
Kingsport
3 jobs
Knoxville
2 jobs
Smyrna
1 job
Antioch
1 job
La Vergne
1 job
Chattanooga
1 job

Principal Job Market in Tennessee

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

Who's Hiring

  • Oracle46
  • FedEx4
  • BAE Systems USA3
  • Rocketship Public Schools3
  • CS31

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Education
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Tennessee Employers Look For

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

  • Active Tennessee Administrator license issued by the Tennessee Department of Education
  • Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a closely related field
  • Prior classroom teaching experience in an accredited K-12 setting
  • Demonstrated record of improving student achievement and instructional outcomes
  • Experience supervising teachers, conducting evaluations, and leading professional development
  • Proficiency with Tennessee state curriculum standards and student data reporting systems

Principal Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a principal in Tennessee?

To become a principal in Tennessee you must hold an Administrator license issued by the Tennessee Department of Education, which requires a master's degree in educational leadership or administration from an accredited institution, completion of an approved principal preparation program, and a valid teaching license. Candidates also complete a supervised internship and must pass the School Leaders Licensure Assessment before the Tennessee Department of Education will issue the credential.

Which companies hire principals in Tennessee?

Employers hiring principals in Tennessee right now include Oracle, FedEx, and BAE Systems USA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's large urban and suburban school districts drive the bulk of demand, while charter management organizations and private school networks add additional openings throughout the state.

Which Tennessee cities have the most principal jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Franklin account for the most principal openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because Metro Nashville Public Schools is one of the largest districts in the Southeast, Memphis follows as home to Shelby County Schools and a sizable charter sector, and Knoxville reflects the growth of Knox County Schools alongside the University of Tennessee's influence on regional education infrastructure.

Are there remote principal jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. Principal roles are inherently on-site because the job centers on daily building leadership, student supervision, and in-person staff coaching. About 40% of principal openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and most of those are in district-level administrative or curriculum director roles rather than traditional school-based principal positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is securing an assistant principal role first, which Tennessee districts such as Metro Nashville Public Schools and Shelby County Schools hire for regularly and treat as a formal leadership pipeline. Candidates with a master's in educational leadership and a completed Tennessee principal preparation internship are competitive even without prior administrative titles. Moving from department head, instructional coach, or dean of students positions is a common lateral route that Tennessee hiring committees view favorably.

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

You can find and apply to principal jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's school districts, charter networks, and private institutions. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred region, then apply directly to the employers that fit.

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