Top 49 School principal Jobs in New Jersey

School Principal
center for education —Township of Howell, NJ
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Public speaking
- In-person
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HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Elizabeth Public Schools —Elizabeth, NJ
- $133,180 - $176,080 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Senior level
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Principal Secondary - New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $135,300 - $169,500 a year
- High school
- Master's degree
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
GTPSD - Principal - James W. Lilley ES
Gloucester Township School District —Clementon, NJ
- $114,000 - $159,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Research
- Master's degree
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Principal
Willingboro Township Public Schools —Willingboro, NJ
- $102,900 - $175,000 a year
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
K-8 VICE PRINCIPAL
Elizabeth Public Schools —Elizabeth, NJ
- $110,500 - $152,110 a year
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Vice Principal Secondary -New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $106,700 - $140,000 a year
- School experience
- High school
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
High School Principal
MPTCS —Newark, NJ
- From $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Per Diem Vice Principal
Pennsauken Public Schools —Pennsauken, NJ
- Per diem
- Background check
- School experience
- Organizational skills
Substitute Principals
Hamilton Township School District —Township of Hamilton, NJ
- $350 a day
- Temporary
- School experience
- Senior level
Assistant Principal
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Bilingual
- School experience
- 5 years
Preschool School Director
Varma Education Group —Fort Lee, NJ
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Assistant Director
The Goddard School in Englewood Cliffs, NJ —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Vice Principal - FHS
Franklin Township Public Schools —Somerset, NJ
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Spanish
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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School Principal (After School Math Program)
RSM - Russian School of Mathematics —Millburn, NJ
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- 5 years
- Math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Principal
BURLINGTON COUNTY SPECIAL SERVICES SCHOOL DISTRICT —Mount Holly, NJ
- $85,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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School Director
NYC Global Center —Fort Lee, NJ
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Supervisor - Mercer Elementary School
Mercer County Special Services School District —Trenton, NJ
- $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Dental insurance
Substitute Administrator/Principal
Bordentown Regional School District —Bordentown, NJ
- Temporary
- School experience
- Senior level
- Public school
Retired Administrators Interested in Interim Administrator Positions
Franklin Township Public Schools —Township of Franklin, NJ
- Full-time
- School experience
- Senior level
- Public school
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance

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School Principal

center for education -
Township of Howell, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$85,000 - $120,000 a year

Qualifications

School experience
Teamwork
Program management
Operations management
Early childhood education
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary School Principal to lead our educational and vocational program with passion, strategic insight, and a commitment to excellence. As the principal, you will serve as the chief administrator responsible for fostering a positive learning environment, ensuring compliance with educational regulations, and inspiring staff and students alike. Your leadership will shape the school's culture, oversee academic programs, and drive initiatives that promote development and educational success across all grade levels. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact countless lives through innovative management and dedicated educational leadership.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and leadership to ensure the school’s mission, vision, and values are realized in daily operations.
Oversee curriculum development to ensure high-quality instructional programs aligned with educational standards and best practices.
Manage school budgets effectively, including managing funds for special education law compliance, faculty development, and operational needs.
Lead personnel management efforts by supervising staff, facilitating professional development, conducting faculty evaluations, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Ensure adherence to all educational compliance and regulation standards while maintaining a safe, inclusive environment for students and staff.
Develop and implement fundraising strategies to support school programs, facilities improvements, and community engagement initiatives.
Facilitate effective communication with parents, staff, community stakeholders, and governing bodies through public speaking and transparent reporting.
Oversee school administrative functions including student enrollment processes, disciplinary procedures, and classroom management strategies rooted in childhood development principles.

Skills

Extensive experience in education administration with a focus on K-12 or early childhood education settings.
Proven expertise in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and managing educational programs.
Strong management skills with a track record of supervising school staff and leading teams effectively.
Deep understanding of school legal knowledge including special education law and educational compliance regulations.
Skilled in strategic planning, budgeting as an executive education administrator, and fundraising efforts to support school growth.
Exceptional public speaking abilities coupled with experience in facilitating professional development sessions within schools.
Demonstrated ability to manage school budgets efficiently while maintaining high standards of educational quality.
Knowledgeable about childhood development principles to promote optimal learning environments for students of all ages.

Join us as a School Principal where your leadership will inspire educators, empower students, and foster a thriving school community dedicated to excellence in education!

Pay: $85,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Principal Secondary - New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)

GTPSD - Principal - James W. Lilley ES

Principal

K-8 VICE PRINCIPAL

Vice Principal Secondary -New Media High School SY2026-27 (NBOE)

High School Principal

Per Diem Vice Principal

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Assistant Principal

Preschool School Director

Preschool Assistant Director

Vice Principal - FHS

School Principal (After School Math Program)

Assistant Principal

School Director

Supervisor - Mercer Elementary School

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