Principals for hire in Buffalo, NY

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    790

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    11%
    Communication Skills
    9%
    Strategic Planning
    6%
  • Education level

    Master's degree
    64%
    Doctorate
    19%
    Bachelor's degree
    17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    Less than a year
    20%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Western Governors University
    • The Arc Erie County New York
    • Interim
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    33%
    2-5 years
    33%
    More than 5 years
    33%

Browse Indeed's database of 790 profiles for Principals in Buffalo, NY

Last updated: Oct 27, 2026

Principal: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $137,496 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $95,369 – $198,233 yearly
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  • Assistant Principal

    Grand Island, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Teaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationPrincipal CertificationDriver's LicenseProfessional Educator License

    Skills

    Presentation SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipPersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication Skills
  • Senior Principal, Instructional Support

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Teaching CertificationPrincipal Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipStrategic PlanningPresentation SkillsPublic SpeakingCommunication SkillsTeaching
  • School Social Worker

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Licensed Certified Social WorkerTeaching CertificationClinical Social WorkerLicensed Psychologist CredentialsDriver's LicenseLCMHC+14 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsPerson-Centered Therapy
  • Elementary School Principal

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDSpecial Education CertificationTeaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointPresentation SoftwareMicrosoft Word
  • Dean of Students/High School Assistant Principal

    Grand Island, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Teaching CertificationCPR

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsManagementConflict ManagementBehavior ManagementData Analysis Skills
  • Principal/Center Director

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCPR

    Skills

    LeadershipEarly Childhood EducationCurriculum DevelopmentCurriculum DesignEmployee TrainingTeam Training

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What's the average time to fill a principal role?

The average time to fill a principal role is 30 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do principals tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a principal include: leadership, communication skills and strategic planning.

What licenses or certifications are common for principals?

Common licenses or certifications for principals include: Teaching Certification, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to principals?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to principals include: assistant principal, founder & principal consultant and dean of students/high school assistant principal.

What level of education is common for a principal?

Master's degree is the most common level of education for a principal in Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a principal?

Most principals have 15 years of professional experience.

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