Career Profile
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
Elementary, middle, and high school principals oversee all school operations, including daily school activities.
General Information
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.
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Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 126 openings per year are projected for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary.
Employment Change
Employment for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 10.7% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $42.75/hour. Entry level workers are paid $33.33, while experienced workers are paid $48.71. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 1,223 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 1,354.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary are Elementary and Secondary Schools, Religious Organizations, and .
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary include Administration and Management, English Language, and Education and Training.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary is Postgraduate degree. 84% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.