Career Profile Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary Education Postgraduate degree This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $88,900 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. 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. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 126 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 126 openings per year are projected for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary. +10.7% 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. $42.75 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 Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary are Elementary and Secondary Schools and Religious Organizations. 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. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
