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I am curious what the specific route is to eventually become a principal (specifically for elementary). I am currently a 5th grade classroom teacher with my masters.

Do I need to take specific courses? Do I need to go as far as obtaining a specific degree? Do I need to take any specific state tests?

Also, are there any resources for where I can gain more insight on the duties of being a principal? Now that I am seriously considering this venture I'd like to learn more about what goes on beyond what I can see.

Thanks!!
certifiedteach I have been wondering the same, and found a lot of info on the DESE website for MA. I suggest you look there, under certification help. Good luck. I know that being a principal is a lot more about financial aspects/business these days than what it used to be. Not sure I like that aspect enough to have it as my daily job. I love being in the classro...See More
Aug 14, 2010
specific license There's a license for it: Academic: Administrator, Principal/Assistant Principal

Check the DOE/ELAR site for more info on how to get it. I know someone going through the process right now and it's pretty involved - course work, internship hours, etc.

On 8/14/10, certifiedteach wrote: > I have been wondering the same, and found ...See More
Aug 17, 2010
Jaron HM Do I need to take any specific state tests?

If you have already passed Communication and Literacy Skills, there are no additional MTELs or standardized tests you need to take. > Do I need to take specific courses? > Do I need to go as far as obtaining a specific degree?

It depends.

If you do not have three years ...See More
Aug 25, 2010


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