Principal
Interview with a Professional
Carmel VandenBerg, Principal of Wilson Elementary School with the Ottumwa Community School District, shares her experience in Education.
The Details
Salary in Iowa
Income Range:
$72,400 - $165,820
Median Income
$104,070
Education Required
School Leadership Advancement:
Teaching Experience
Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or Administration
Principal / Administrator:
Iowa Administrator License
Administrative Endorsement
Leadership or Administrative Experience
Local Opportunities
Ottumwa Community School District posts openings through its employment portal, and recent listings included positions such as Special Education Teacher and Physical Education Teacher. Indian Hills Community College also maintains an employment page for campus positions, and IowaWORKS Ottumwa serves job seekers and businesses in the area.
Alternative Careers
1
Teacher
Median Income
$46,800 - $59,000
Education / Certificates
Bachelor’s Degree
2
Instructional Coordinator
Median Income
$69,330
Education / Certificates
Bachelor’s Degree
3
School Administrator
Median Income
$104,070
Education / Certificates
Master’s Degree
Additional Resources
Career One Stop is a website sponsored by the US Dept of Labor. It provides information on careers and educational requirements.
Indian Hills Community College - Education
IHCC is a community college in Southeast Iowa. They offer many programs for aspiring teachers.