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Assistant Principals

Assistant Principals - At a Glance

Education administrators are in charge of schools and school districts.

Quick Facts:  Education Administrators
WagesEarn $49,878 - $108,683 per year
EmploymentVery large occupation
10 Year GrowthMore slowly than average
Annual OpeningsHigh

Preparation 

An education administrator typically needs to:

  • have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • have at least a bachelor's degree
  • have one to five years of experience in education

Working Conditions 

In a typical work setting, education administrators:

  • Are substantially responsible for the work outcomes of those they supervise, such as teachers and counselors.
  • Work near others, such as when sharing office space. Those working with younger children may come into closer contact.
  • Must fully complete and be exact in their work. Errors could prevent students from receiving a high-quality education.
  • Usually work full time, the whole year round.

Wages 

In Illinois, education administrators earn a median wage of $49,878 - $108,683 per year.

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Employment and Outlook 

In Illinois, 14,758 education administrators work in this very large occupation.

LocationEmployment10 Year GrowthAnnual Openings
Illinois14,758
Very large
4.2%
Slow
1,133
High
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.