High School Principal

Specialized Education Services•Atlantic County, NJ

12h

About The Position

The Principal serves as the school’s instructional and operational leader, cultivating a high-performing, inclusive, and student-centered culture. The role is accountable for students’ academic success, social-emotional development, and overall well-being while ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and performance standards. The Principal leads, supports, and develops staff, manages resources, and builds strong relationships with students, families, and the broader community. The role oversees instructional vision and implementation, school culture and student supports, staff hiring and development, daily operations and compliance, and family and community engagement. The Principal also manages the school budget, resources, and facilities and represents the school in district, community, and organizational forums.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education, School Leadership, or a related field.
Principal Certification.
Demonstrated success in instructional leadership, staff development, and culture-building.
Deep commitment to educational equity, inclusion, and student achievement.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Set an instructional vision focused on academic excellence and equity.
Oversee curriculum and assessment systems that provide rigorous and differentiated instruction.
Use data to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and guide decisions.
Lead professional development and coaching to build teacher capacity.
Establish a safe, supportive, inclusive school culture grounded in high expectations and mutual respect.
Lead school-wide behavior management, attendance, and social-emotional support systems.
Promote positive relationships among students, staff, and families.
Recruit, hire, and retain high-quality educators and support staff.
Conduct observations, evaluations, and feedback sessions aligned with performance goals.
Delegate responsibilities and mentor emerging leaders to build staff leadership capacity.
Oversee daily operations and maintain a safe, efficient learning environment.
Manage the school budget, resources, and facilities in alignment with organizational priorities.
Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations, including special education, civil rights, and health and safety policies.
Communicate with families about student progress, school initiatives, and engagement opportunities.
Build partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders to support student learning and well-being.
Represent the school in district, community, and organizational forums.