High School Principal

Other
Ayrshire
June 15, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Principal – Nottingham High School (Grades 9-12) Qualifications

  • NJ Principal’s Certificate Required (Standard, Provisional, or CE)
  • Administrative Experience required;
  • Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience;
  • Knowledge/experience with best practices in high school education (particularly with large enrollment);
  • Understanding of the role/importance of extra-curricular and athletics within a high school setting;
  • Knowledge/experience with creating and sustaining positive community relations with diverse stakeholders;
  • Knowledge/experience with master scheduling; state assessments, and school-level budgeting/purchasing;
  • Understanding of teacher observation/evaluation process (ie: Danielson);
  • Understanding of high school graduation requirements;
  • Willingness to work collaboratively with guidance and special education;
  • Knowledge/experience with classroom and building school climate and restorative interventions;
  • Knowledge of school law, assessment accountability/procedures, and NJ Student Learning Standards;
  • Willingness to work collaboratively with building and central office administration (in a large district setting).

Effective: 2026 – 2027 School Year

  • Anticipated Start Date: 8/01/2026

Salary Range

Per HTASA Salary Guide Step 9A, $158,111 – $162,611 (with doctorate degree).

Benefits

In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package: medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Eligible employees will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

AA/EEO

  • In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (), school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers (“employers”) are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.
  • Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70 New Jersey First Act ().

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