Principals are responsible for ensuring our schools are open that the teachers who inspired us are receiving the support he or she needs and that our classrooms are environments that will help us learn.

It can be a rewarding job, and it can also be an extremely stressful job. Not everyone is cut out to be a principal. There are certain defining characteristics that a good principal will possess. If you are thinking of becoming a principal, it is crucial that you weigh all the pros and cons that come with the job.

As a principal communication and interpersonal skills are key to a rewarding and successful career in a leadership position. As leaders of their schools, principals must help guide curriculum development with the teachers, providing insight and leadership to meet both student and teacher needs.

It provides you with the opportunity to implement the vision that you have for your school. You will also have total control over daily decisions including student discipline teacher evaluations, professional development and so on. As the building principal you will also get credit when credit is due.