Anticipated Opening - Assistant Principal Long-Term Leave Replacement

Sylvania; Cinnaminson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinnaminson Township Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Principal for a long-term leave replacement, anticipated November 23, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The role entails serving as a key member of the administrative team, supporting the principal in academic leadership, operations, and student well-being.

The successful candidate will work to improve teaching and learning, manage discipline, and communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and the community.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate is required.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience is preferred.
• Administrative or school leadership experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated instructional leadership and ability to support student achievement.
• Knowledge of student discipline, school climate, and student support practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an administrative team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal with daily leadership and operations.
• Serve as an instructional leader to support teaching and student achievement.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional and support staff as assigned.
• Manage student discipline and promote a positive climate.
• Support initiatives related to attendance, behavior, academics, and well-being.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and other staff to address student needs.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Assist with safety, security, emergency preparedness, arrival/dismissal, and supervision.
• Oversee events and duties outside the regular school day as assigned.
• Assist with BOE policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations.
• Participate in meetings, PD, and district committees.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Decision making

Student focus

Education

Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate

Five years teaching experience

Job description

Anticipated Long-Term Leave Replacement – Assistant Principal

Anticipated Position: On or about November 23, 2026 – June 30, 2027

Position Summary

Cinnaminson Township Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated, student-centered educational leader to serve as an Assistant Principal in a long-term leave replacement position.

The Assistant Principal will serve as a member of the school administrative team and work collaboratively with the Principal to support the academic, social, and emotional success of all students. The successful candidate will serve as an instructional leader, support the school's daily operations, oversee student discipline, supervise staff, and communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and the community.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal with the school's daily leadership and operations.
• Serve as an instructional leader and support effective teaching, learning, and student achievement.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional and support staff as assigned.
• Manage student discipline and promote a positive, safe, and inclusive school climate.
• Support initiatives related to student attendance, behavior, academic performance, and student well-being.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, counselors, Child Study Team members, and other support personnel to address student needs.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, faculty, staff, administrators, and community members.
• Assist with school safety, security, emergency preparedness, arrival/dismissal, and student supervision.
• Supervise athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other school events as assigned, including responsibilities outside the regular school day.
• Assist with the implementation of Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Participate in administrative meetings, professional development, school improvement initiatives, and district committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate required.
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
• Previous administrative or school leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated instructional leadership and ability to support student achievement.
• Knowledge of student discipline, school climate, and student support practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an administrative team.

Employment Requirements

Anticipated term of employment: On or about November 23, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

All persons employed in a school district setting must submit to and successfully complete a criminal history background review.

Cinnaminson Township Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.