High School Principal

Paterson Public School District•Paterson, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a High School Principal within the Paterson Public Schools. The role requires a strong leader with excellent organizational and motivational skills, a deep understanding of educational principles, and the ability to foster positive relationships within the school community. The principal will be responsible for overseeing curriculum development, program evaluation, and ensuring effective instructional strategies and classroom management. The position is pending budget availability and is open for ten consecutive days following the posting date or until filled. Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Requirements

Hold a New Jersey Administrative Certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C Title 6 Chapter 11, with a principal endorsement (N.J.A.C 6:11-9.3 and 9.5).
Hold a master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Have a minimum of seven (7) years excellent experience in teaching and working with adults or adolescents.
Have at least two (2) years excellent administrative experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal, or Central Office Administrator.
Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills.
Motivate people.
Demonstrate excellent integrity and good moral character and initiative.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of effective instructional strategies.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of classroom management.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of learning assessment and diagnosis.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research related to learning.
Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Demonstrate the ability to use computers for word processing, data management, and telecommunications.