Interim Superintendent, Chief School Administrator

Interim Superintendent, Chief School Administrator

Position Type:

Certificated Administration

Date Posted:

6/25/2026

Location:

Central Office

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Closing Date:

08/07/2026

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The Teaneck Public School District is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as an Interim Superintendent, Chief School Administrator. This senior leadership position is responsible for all activities of the district, to all phases of the educational program, to all aspects of the financial operation, to all parts of the physical plant, and to the conduct of such other duties as may be assigned by the board.

The superintendent may delegate these duties together with appropriate authority, but may not delegate nor relinquish ultimate responsibility for results or any portion of accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Valid New Jersey School Administrator Certificate or eligibility.

* An earned master's degree with a major in educational administration, special education or related field such as curriculum and supervision.

* Central office, school administration and teaching experience as determined by the board.

* Demonstrated success with curriculum, personnel management, school finance and strategic planning.

* Strong leadership and communication skills.

* Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

* Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or candidate agrees to obtain residency within one year of employment.

REPORTS TO:

Board of Education

SUPERVISES:

Every district employee

JOB GOAL:

To inspire, lead, guide, and direct every member of the administrative, instructional, and support services staff in setting and achieving the highest standard of excellence and to oversee and administer the use of all district facilities, property, and funds with a maximum of efficiency and a minimum of waste so that each student enrolled in the district may be provided with an appropriate and effective education.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Leadership

* Ensures that a system of thorough and efficient education, as defined in state law and code is available to all students.

* Ensures that the goals of the school system are reflected in its educational program and operations.

* Provides for the timely completion of annual district and school-level reporting and planning requirements including school report cards, pupil performance objectives and a quality assurance report to the public.

* Reviews with staff all curriculum guides and courses of study annually in accordance with a board adopted evaluation schedule. Recommends, for board adoption, curricula, courses, textbooks and time schedules.

* Ensures implementation and evaluation of all board-approved written curriculum for all subjects and inclusion of mandated programs and the New Jersey Student Learning Standards.

* Provides for curriculum articulation among grades and schools in the district and between/among constituent districts in a regional school system or sending-receiving agreement.

* Encourages staff to develop programs, services and projects that reflect instructional diversity, alternatives and flexibility, while assuring an articulated, consistent education for all students.

* Ensures the effectiveness of the instructional program by measuring student achievement against state and local standards. Initiates program changes as necessary.

* Develops guidelines and direction for monitoring the effectiveness of existing and new programs.

* Seeks out available sources for grant funding to support programs and projects.

* Keeps professionally current and informed on research-based educational practices.

* Reports to the board of education regarding educational programs and facilities of the district.

Personnel Administration

* Mentors staff and demands high performance. Implements sound personnel practices.

* Directs and supervises the administrative staff and through them all district staff.

* Develops recruitment and retention procedures to assure well qualified applicants for professional and nonprofessional positions. Participates in final candidate interviews, as appropriate, and recommends appointment, transfer, renewal and dismissal of all certified and noncertified staff to the board.

* Ensures that all staff is appropriately certified and is observed and evaluated annually in accordance with law and established procedures. Recommends certified and noncertified employees for contract renewal and/or tenure appointment.

* Suspends staff.

* Provides direction and serves as a resource for management representatives in negotiating with employee bargaining units.

* Supervises administration of collective bargaining agreements.

* Recommends and implements the district's professional development plan.

* Ensures that all teaching staff members fulfill continuing professional development and receive in-service training required by state/federal laws. Assumes responsibility for the…