Interim Elementary School Principal

Edgewater Park Township School District•Edgewater Park, NJ

29d

About The Position

The Edgewater Park Township School District is seeking an experienced school leader to serve as interim elementary school principal (Grades Prek-4). Must be fluent in the areas of: School operations, maintaining positive school culture, parent and community engagement, and educational technology. NJ Department of Educaiton "Principal" certification required. Per diem rate negotiable. No benefits offered. DATES: March 27, 2026 through September 30, 2026 TITLE: PRINCIPAL QUALIFICATIONS: Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate Demonstrated leadership skills in the areas of curriculum development, program evaluation, staff development and school improvement. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Must pass required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Requirements

Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate
Demonstrated leadership skills in the areas of curriculum development, program evaluation, staff development and school improvement.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Must pass required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for the management of the school in accordance with law, administrative code and board policies and regulations.
Exercises leadership in school-level planning for improvement of instruction.
Establishes and maintains an effective learning climate in the school.
Assists in the selection of appropriate instructional materials and monitors delivery of the instructional program.
Participates in the development, evaluation and revision of curriculum and assumes responsibility for the implementation of approved programs.
Plans, organizes and supervises all curricular and extracurricular activities.
Interviews, recommends for appointment, assigns, supervises and evaluates the performance of all school employees and assists them in achievement of their job goals.
Conducts periodic observations of teaching staff members; prepares written comments; and offers constructive suggestions for improvement when appropriate.
Consults with the Business Administrator in the preparation of the school's budget requests and monitors the expenditure of funds.
Establishes and maintains an efficient office system to support the administrative functions of the school.
Ensures the safekeeping of student and personnel files and other confidential records and documents; and the destruction of public records in accordance with law and regulations.
Approves the master teaching schedule and classroom assignments.
Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary in accordance with board policy and the students' rights to due process.
Notifies immediately the parent or guardian and the chief school administrator to arrange for an immediate examination by a physician of any pupil suspected of being under the influence of alcohol and other drugs or of using anabolic steroids.
Reports incidents of violence, vandalism and substance abuse. Ensures the removal of students in possession of firearms from the general education program and provides notification as required by law and administrative code. Works cooperatively with law enforcement authorities in maintaining a safe and drug-free school environment.
Participates in the planning and delivery of interventions and referral services for pupils who are having difficulty in their classes and who have not been classified in need of special education.
Plans and supervises fire and other emergency drills as required by law and board policy.
Prepares or supervises the preparation of all reports, records and other paperwork required or appropriate to the school's administration.
Conducts staff meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the school.
Plans and supervises regularly scheduled parent/teacher conferences; and makes arrangements for special conferences as necessary.
Acts as a liaison between the school, home and community; interprets policies, programs and activities; and encourages broad community participation in the affairs of the school. Communicates information to parents and the community that is required by law or administrative code.
Keeps the superintendent informed of school activities and needs and works cooperatively with central office staff on matters relating to the school and the district.
Assumes responsibility for his/her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, memberships in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses and by reading professional journals and other publications.
Develops and maintains a master schedule for the academic, extracurricular programs, and works cooperatively with the business administrator to schedule community use of the school building and grounds.
Attends special events held to recognize student achievement and other school-sponsored activities and functions.
Ensures the proper collection, safekeeping, and accounting of school activity funds.
Performs other duties which may be assigned or required by law, code, regulation/board policy.
Suspends a pupil for any cause deemed sufficient in accordance with Title 18A:37-2 of the State statutes and the school district's code of conduct. In all cases, the principal shall send written notice to the student's parents and to the superintendent, detailing the reasons for suspension.
Deals with pupils who have problems relating to school attendance, personal and social adjustment.
Works with Child Study team on referrals. Works with juvenile authorities, parole officers, and city police on extreme complaints.
Investigates situations which fall into the category of complaints. Recommends remedial help of action.
Works cooperatively with the guidance department to interpret New Jersey ASK and other assessments approved by the district.
Represents the school through participation in the activities of local, state, and national professional organizations, and encourages other members of staff to extend their participation in a similar way.
Cooperates with recognized social and law enforcement agencies for services in the best interest of the school.
Maintains the general morale of staff and good human and professional relationships within the school. Makes himself/herself available for consultation with teachers, students and parents, and encourages their active participation in efforts to improve the school.
Establishes procedures for the security and accountability of all school facilities, property and equipment.
Directs and supervises, when necessary, the custodial staff, within the school, and cooperates in the care, maintenance and improvement of the school plant and other physical facilities of the building.
Cooperates in the operation of the cafeteria or lunch program in the school.
Reports problems of plant management to proper personnel.
Confers with the superintendent concerning the need of proposed building changes.