Top 145 Principal Jobs in New Jersey

School Principal
Camden Prep, Inc. —Camden, NJ
- $122,000 - $201,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Head of School
Edgarton Christian Academy —Newfield, NJ
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Anticipated Principal- Nuview Academy
The Educational Services Commission of New Jersey —Piscataway, NJ
- From $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- Education
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Principal Fellow
Camden Prep, Inc. —Camden, NJ
- $103,000 - $109,300 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Math
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction
The Deron School of New Jersey —Montclair, NJ
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Associate Director - Preschool and Public Pre-K
JCC MetroWest —West Orange, NJ
- $58,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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13d
Executive Director of Enrollment
The Learning Experience —Bayville, NJ
- $65,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Director, Preschool
El Primer Paso, Ltd. —Dover, NJ
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Contract
- Background check
- Spanish
- English
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Director of Premium Childcare Center
The Goddard School of Livingston NJ —Livingston, NJ
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of a Montessori-inspired Nature School
Deep Roots School —New Vernon, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
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Daycare Director
Confidential - Child Care —Woodbridge, NJ
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Director of Premium Childcare Center
The Goddard School of Livingston NJ —Livingston, NJ
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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7d
Network Dean of Climate and Culture
Queen City Academy Charter School —Plainfield, NJ
- $95,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Center Director - New Center!
BrightPath Kids USA —West Windsor, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- English
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Center Specialist-Education
Lightbridge Academy Lawrenceville —Township of Lawrence, NJ
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Center Director (Enrolment and Marketing)
Lightbridge Academy —Randolph, NJ
- $45,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Child Care Administrator
The Learning Experience of Piscataway —Piscataway, NJ
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Site Director
KCE Champions Gables —Neptune City, NJ
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Elementary school
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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6d
Co-Director of The Burke Foundation Early Childhood Center
THE YWCA OF PRINCETON INC —Princeton, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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12d
Principal
Willingboro Township Public Schools —Willingboro, NJ
- $102,900 - $175,000 a year
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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School Principal

Camden Prep, Inc. -
Camden, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$122,000 - $201,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

School experience
Public school experience
Bachelor's degree
Instructional leadership in education
Classroom experience
Classroom Teaching

Full Job Description

Company Description

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!

Job Description

To build more high performing schools, we need leaders to commit themselves to the most urgent and exciting work of our time! Running outstanding schools requires leaders who can inspire students, put excellence ahead of easy, and project urgency about providing our scholars with college access. Our leaders make decisions, conduct difficult conversations, and build highly collaborative teams, all while shaping a vibrant school culture. These individuals nurture learning communities that are simultaneously academically rigorous and joyful. They know that their job is the most important one in the world. Self-reflective and humble, they are open to feedback and committed to continuously improving.

Uncommon Schools is seeking a School Principal to co-lead alongside a Director of Operations. The School Principal is a full-time employee, hired, supported, and evaluated by the Regional Superintendent of Intruction. At Uncommon, our School Principals are deeply committed to and lead their schools in instructional leadership; teacher coaching and evaluation; school culture, and family engagement:

Instructional Leadership

Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance in preparing each student for college;
Demonstrate a relentless commitment to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of school;
Develop and communicate strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and build a plan to achieve that vision;
Implement effective assessment systems and use data to inform decisions;
Lead all aspects of curriculum development and assessment and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards.

Teacher Coaching & Evaluation

Conduct daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement;
Oversee faculty and staff, including recruitment, evaluation, retention, and dismissal and hold primary responsibility for professional development, staff observations, curriculum development, staff communication, and program decisions;
Lead faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons, reasonable and effective daily homework, and regular and productive after-school tutoring;
Foster commitment among staff to the development and fulfillment of the school’s mission and objectives;
Hold teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance including requirements for special education accommodations and IEP modifications in partnership with the Special Education Coordinator.

School Culture

Build a joyful and rigorous school culture;
Foster consistency in academic and behavioral expectations;
Collaborate with school staff to support students’ academic and socio-emotional development;
Ensure that traditions and rituals that support the school’s college mission are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year;
Support staff to ensure the smooth administration and effectiveness of after school enrichment programs.

Family Engagement

Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events;
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.

Qualifications

Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools;
Passionate dedication to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school;
Strong record of driving outstanding student and teacher growth and achievement;
Strong data analysis skills;
Interest in and passion for supporting teacher growth;
Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations;
Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth;
Strong communications skills with multiple stakeholders including teachers, students, families, and colleagues;
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through.
Required experience:
- At least 3 years of teaching experience with evidence of outstanding student growth and achievement;
- At least 1 year of experience as an instructional leader, Assistant Principal, Dean or equivalent leadership role at a high-performing urban public school;
- A Bachelor's degree;
- Experience at a high-performing charter school is highly preferred.

Additional Information

Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $122,000 to $201,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $122,000 - $132,000.

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools.

Benefits

Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
Extensive, best-in-class training and development
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
Financial Planning
- New Jersey Pension program
Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve-with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].

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principal jobs in new jersey

School Principal

Head of School

Anticipated Principal- Nuview Academy

Principal Fellow

Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction

Early Childhood Associate Director - Preschool and Public Pre-K

Executive Director of Enrollment

Executive Director, Preschool

Director of Premium Childcare Center

Director of a Montessori-inspired Nature School

Daycare Director

Director of Premium Childcare Center

Network Dean of Climate and Culture

Center Director - New Center!

Center Specialist-Education

Center Director (Enrolment and Marketing)

Child Care Administrator

Site Director

Co-Director of The Burke Foundation Early Childhood Center

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