Middle School Principal

Requirements

• NJ Principal's Certificate Required (Standard, Provisional, or CE)
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience preferred;
• Minimal (5) years administrative experience preferred;
• Knowledge/experience with middle school best practices (for core and intervention instruction);
• Knowledge/experience with special education continuum of services;
• Knowledge/experience with middle school master scheduling;
• Understanding of teacher observation/evaluation process;
• Knowledge of Title I linked to whole school improvement;
• Ability to manage local, state, and federal funds (school level);
• Ability to strengthen family and community engagement;
• Knowledge of school law, assessment accountability, and NJ Student Learning Standards;
• Ability to work collaboratively with building and central office administration (in a large district setting).

Effective: 2026 - 2027 School Year

• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  9/1/2026 (or sooner pending clearance)

Salary Range: (prorated from July 1, 2026 per start date)

• Per HTASA Salary Guide Step 9A: $150,206 - $154,706 (with doctorate degree)

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ), school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers ("employers") are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70.New Jersey First Act (https:// )

Postings current as of 7/25/2026 11:37:42 PM CST.