Education & TrainingExecutive · 10+ years
Leads a school's teachers, learners and results.
Steps to become a School Principal
- FI Strategic Management Professional Diploma · 720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
- FI Leadership & Organisational Development Professional Diploma · 720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
- Outside FI School heads usually need a licence and a master's degree
FI diplomas and certifications are skills-training credentials, not TESDA NCs, CHED degrees or PRC licences. This job needs a PRC licence.
Pay guide
- Executive: above the senior range; varies widely.
- Teacher I (public, entry): ₱31,705–₱33,611 (kareera.co)
- Teacher II (public): ₱33,947–₱35,850 (kareera.co)
A guide, not a job offer. Overseas pay is usually higher.
Ways to work
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Remote / work from home
- Overseas contract (OFW)
Online tutoring and ESL teaching are fully remote.
Career ladder in Education & Training
- Starting out (No work experience): Teacher's Aide · Tutor
- Entry level (0–2 years): Online ESL Teacher · Online Tutor · Teaching Assistant · Trainer
- Mid level / Supervisor (3–5 years): Instructional Designer · Licensed Teacher
- Senior / Manager (6–10 years): Academic Coordinator · Head Teacher · Training Manager
- Executive (10+ years): School Director · School Principal
Changing careers or starting a business?
Good for anyone with a degree and strong English. Business idea: Your own tutorial or training centre. See the business roadmap · Earn a degree from your experience (ETEEAP)
Questions
What does a School Principal do?
Leads a school's teachers, learners and results.
How do I become a School Principal?
Follow the steps on this page: the FI courses for this level, plus the outside steps such as college, TESDA or PRC requirements. Build your free roadmap and track every step in My FI.
Can I work as a School Principal abroad or from home?
Remote work is possible for this role. Work abroad only through DMW-licensed agencies or direct employers.