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Three Hot Jobs in Education Administration

By Kate McIntyre
Learning & Life Columnist
December 10, 2007

Education administrators run day-care centers, schools and colleges by making sure that budget goals are met, teachers are happy, and students are educated well and treated fairly. From private preschools to public universities, education administrators are in demand at all levels. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, future job prospects for education administrators will be excellent, as many Baby Boomer administrators are expected to retire within the next decade.

Top Jobs in Education Administration

• High school principal: Don't let the TV stereotype of unhip, stodgy high school principals fool you. Principals have many fascinating responsibilities, such as motivating teachers, designing academic curricula, and promoting their schools in the community.
• Dean of students: These university administrators help to establish a rich, diverse student body and work to build relationships with their school's surrounding neighborhood. The pay adds to this job's appeal. In 2004-2005, college and university deans earned a median annual salary of $75,245.
• Preschool administrator: If you enjoy working with small children, this job could be perfect for you. Administrators for preschools track down qualified teachers and oversee daily preschool activities.

Various positions in education administration require different levels of certification. For example, a dean of students generally needs to hold a master's or doctoral degree. On the other hand, a private school principal might find work with only a bachelor's degree. Graduate degrees that focus specifically on education administration are available online, offering scheduling flexibility to working teachers and other professionals.

Would You Make a Good Education Administrator?

Are you a patient person who can think well under pressure? Educational administrators often deal with stressful situations, such as unruly students and surprise budget cuts. Also, it is vital that you have great communication skills. Education administrators must know how to talk with diverse groups of people, including parents, students, teachers and staff.

Source

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Education Administration"

About the Author
Kate McIntyre, a fiction writer in Portland, Oregon, holds an M.F.A. in fiction writing from Oregon State University.

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