Top 199 Principal Jobs in Newark, Nj

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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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
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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
13d
Principal Elementary SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $135,300 - $169,500 a year
- School experience
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Principal Secondary SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $135,300 - $169,500 a year
- School experience
- Classroom
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Assistant Principal
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Bilingual
- School experience
- 5 years
26-27 Assistant Principal - Culture
KIPP New Jersey —Paterson, NJ
- $95,000 - $140,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Vice Principal Secondary SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $106,700 - $140,000 a year
- School experience
- Master's degree
- Human resources
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Vice Principal Elementary SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $106,700 - $140,000 a year
- School experience
- Master's degree
- Human resources
- 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
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
Early Childhood Assistant Principal NYC (2026-2027)
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Classroom
- 3 years
- Preschool
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance
Middle School Principal NYC | Charter School Leadership
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $180,000 a year
- Classroom
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance
2d
Assistant Principal of Culture
DREAM (Formerly Harlem RBI) —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
Administrative Assistant
The Learning Experience - Newark, NJ —Newark, NJ
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Preschool
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Principal Manager
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $125,000 - $175,000 a year
- School experience
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
Vice Principal - FHS
Franklin Township Public Schools —Somerset, NJ
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Spanish
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
2d
School Principal, Promise Academy Charter School
Harlem Children's Zone —New York, NY
- $170,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- 3 years
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dean of Students
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Teaching Certification
- Senior level
- Public school
Assistant Principal NYC (2026-2027)
Zeta Charter Schools —New York, NY
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Classroom
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Relocation assistance

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High School Principal

MPTCS -
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Full-time
From $130,000 a year

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Disability insurance
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Family leave
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Principal

WHO WE ARE:

The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.

WHO YOU ARE:

You are an experienced instructional leader who demonstrates a drive toward excellence and is passionate about serving all students. You will leverage an effective leadership team to meet ambitious goals, improve a unified, high-performing team culture and actively engage families and the community. You hold the skills to be an outstanding strategic planner and people manager, who believes and invests in developing talent, while possessing a strong understanding of academic rigor and effective instruction.

Think you’ve got what it takes?

THE ROLE:

Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Ensures that teachers provide high-quality, standards-aligned lessons that demonstrate preparation and academic urgency.
Provides proactive coaching and reactive feedback grounded in data, student performance, and instructional impact to teachers and leadership team members.
Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities.
Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law.
Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques.
Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
Performs all other related duties as required.

WE’RE EXCITED ABOUT YOU IF YOU HAVE:

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
New Jersey Principal Standard Certificate or a Certificate of Eligibility for Principal.

WHY MPTCS?

The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity
Compensation: Competitive annual salary
Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones
Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan
Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development

Salary range: starting at $130,000

Term of Employment: 12 Months

Union: Unaffiliated

Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.

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