Middle School Principal 2026-2027

Foundation Academies•Trenton, NJ

19h•$125,000 - $144,480•Onsite

About The Position

This innovative school is dedicated to developing independent, empathetic, and high-achieving scholars through exceptional instruction, enrichment, and a culture of belonging. As Principal, you’ll set the vision for excellence, build and develop a high-performing team, and ensure every scholar reaches their fullest potential. This role is for a strategic instructional leader who inspires adults, drives results, and leads with equity.

Requirements

Principal CE must be obtained within 60 days of employment
Must enroll in Leader 2 Leader within 30 days of obtaining CE
At least 5 years of exceptional teaching experience with demonstrated scholar achievement.
Must have a track record of measurable success and achievement
You are committed to living out our mission
Welcomes the challenge to grow, learn, and improve in a collaborative environment
Committed to our mission of preparing all scholars for college and embodying our core values
Committed to serving our scholar population in an anti-discriminatory learning environment

Nice To Haves

2+ years working in an urban education setting preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the school’s instructional leader, modeling excellent teaching practices and maintaining a visible presence in classrooms.
Conduct frequent classroom observations and provide real-time, actionable feedback to strengthen instruction and scholar outcomes.
Ensure rigorous implementation of curriculum, assessments, and data-driven instruction across all classrooms.
Lead weekly professional development sessions and data meetings that drive continuous instructional improvement.
Analyze scholar achievement data to inform coaching, intervention, and school-wide academic strategies.
Promote interdisciplinary literacy and critical thinking across content areas to prepare scholars for college and career success.
Build and sustain a joyful, structured, and inclusive school culture where scholars are known, valued, and held to high expectations.
Lead restorative and proactive practices to promote scholar engagement and minimize disciplinary incidents.
Recruit, hire, and develop a diverse, mission-aligned team of teachers and staff.
Provide individualized coaching, evaluations, and growth pathways that foster professional excellence and leadership development.
Cultivate a collaborative, accountable staff culture grounded in equity, reflection, and shared purpose.
Partner with families as co-educators, fostering consistent communication and collaboration around scholar progress.
Plan and lead family engagement events and school ceremonies that celebrate scholar achievement and community connection.
Collaborate with community organizations to expand enrichment, wellness, and leadership opportunities for scholars.
Oversee daily school operations—including scheduling, budgeting, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Develop and execute a strategic vision that aligns academic, cultural, and operational priorities with organizational goals.
Lead scholar recruitment, retention, and engagement strategies to sustain a thriving school community.
Model Foundation Academies’ mission and values in every decision, ensuring equity, excellence, and joy remain at the heart of school leadership.

Benefits

Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose