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SUGGESTED MAJOR:

EDUCATION

In a high school, principals oversee the whole school. They set the overall education direction for the school/school district, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school, including managing school budgets, staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation. Principals hire teachers and other staff, develop curriculum, and manage the school's budget.


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RELATED MAJORS:

  • Education + Master's in Educational Leadership or Administration


*Most school principals begin as teachers before moving into administrative positions

CAREERS:

  • Principal

  • Vice Principal

  • Academic Director

  • Superintendent (oversee whole district)

  • School Administrator

Plus Many More!!!

"STEREOTYPICAL" TRAITS:

  • Decision-Maker

  • Innovative

  • Leadership

  • Multi-Tasking

  • Communication Skills

  • Problem-Solver

SALARY:

$116,182

U.S. Average 2023

Principal

Source: Salary.com

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