Top 58 School principal Jobs in Chester, Pa

School Principal
Chester Upland School District —Chester, PA
- School experience
- Doctoral degree
- High school
High School Assistant Principal
Commonwealth Charter Academy —Malvern, PA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
Elementary Principal- Radnor Elementary School
Radnor Township School District —Radnor, PA
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
Principal Mentor (Elementary and Secondary) - (2026-2027) - Posting #1863
Cheltenham Township School District —Elkins Park, PA
- $125 an hour
- Online Application
- School experience
- Doctoral degree
- Senior level
Assistant School Principal (2026-27 SY)
Chester Upland School District —Chester, PA
- School experience
- Doctoral degree
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Assistant Principal- Ithan Elementary School
Radnor Township School District —Bryn Mawr, PA
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
6d
Head of Upper School
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Adolescents
- Visual & Performing Arts
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GTPSD - Principal - James W. Lilley ES
Gloucester Township School District —Clementon, NJ
- $114,000 - $159,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Research
- Master's degree
6d
Assistant Principal of Culture and Climate, Grades 9-12
Delaware Schools Consortium —New Castle, DE
- Online Application
- School experience
- High school
- Supervising experience
School Director
Specialized Education Services —Philadelphia, PA
- $92,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Education
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Principal
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District —Kennett Square, PA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom experience
- Senior level
6d
CSD - Per Diem Substitute Principal(s) (2025-2026) - Posting #1781
Cheltenham Township School District —Elkins Park, PA
- $500 a day
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Public school
Daycare Director
Beanstalk Preschool —Philadelphia, PA
- $45,500 - $50,960 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
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Director for Child Care Center
Amazing Kidz Academy LLC —Philadelphia, PA
- $48,000 - $56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Childcare
- Microsoft Excel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Academy Director
Brightside Academy —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Center Director
Brightside Academy —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- English
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Director for Childcare Center
Early Learning Children's Academy —Springfield, PA
- $39,000 - $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
High School Assistant Principal
Archdiocese of Philadelphia - Office of Catholic Education —Philadelphia, PA
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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13d
Supervisor of Special Education - Upper School
Valley Forge Educational Services —Malvern, PA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Per Diem Vice Principal
Pennsauken Public Schools —Pennsauken, NJ
- Per diem
- Background check
- School experience
- Organizational skills

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School Principal

Chester Upland School District -
Chester, PA

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Job Details

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Research
Principal Certification
Bachelor's degree
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

JobID: 712

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
7/7/2026

Location:
Main Street Elementary School

School Principal

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Chief Academic Officer, to provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of the Elementary School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law.

To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development.

Essential Functions

Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law.
Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques.
Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles and behavioral management methods.
Knowledge of Elementary, Middle, and/or High School curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to develop and implement projects.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:

Pennsylvania State Certification as required for position.
Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration.
Sixth year, doctorate, or other planned program in related field preferred.

Experience

Extensive successful teaching experience at the Elementary, Middle, and/or High School level, preferably in more than one subject area and grade level.
Successful administrative experience at the Elementary, Middle, and/or High School level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt

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school principal jobs in chester, pa

School Principal

High School Assistant Principal

Elementary Principal- Radnor Elementary School

Principal Mentor (Elementary and Secondary) - (2026-2027) - Posting #1863

Assistant School Principal (2026-27 SY)

Assistant Principal- Ithan Elementary School

Head of Upper School

GTPSD - Principal - James W. Lilley ES

Assistant Principal of Culture and Climate, Grades 9-12

School Director

Principal

CSD - Per Diem Substitute Principal(s) (2025-2026) - Posting #1781

Daycare Director

Director for Child Care Center

Assistant Academy Director

Center Director

Assistant Director for Childcare Center

High School Assistant Principal

Supervisor of Special Education - Upper School

Per Diem Vice Principal

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