Principal

Principal Paterson Public School District Various Locations - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Paterson Public School District Job Details Job ID: 5822816 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Qualifications: 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. Demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative. Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and 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. For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page. Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable Pending budget availability All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Kyle Ruppel 90 Delaware Ave Paterson, New Jersey 50220 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Position Type Full-Time Salary $96,279 to $156,923 Per Year Job Categories Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education