INTERIM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL HIGH SCHOOL START DATE: JANUARY 2027

West Milford Township Board of Education; Upper Macopin (NJ); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

West Milford Township Board of Education seeks an Interim Assistant Principal at West Milford High School to lead disciplinary and instructional initiatives. Start date is January 2027, with a focus on building a positive school culture, implementing restorative practices, and data-driven decision making to support student achievement and well-being.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with families and staff, and expertise in MTSS and master scheduling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field.
• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility for Principal.
• Successful experience in a school administrative or leadership role, preferably at the secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Ability to lead initiatives that support academic achievement, student behavior, social-emotional development, and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive and inclusive school culture to support academic achievement and student well-being.
• Lead development and implementation of behavioral expectations, restorative practices, and tiered interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families to ensure support systems and data-informed decisions.
• Provide professional development and coaching to staff on classroom management and trauma-informed practices.

Skills

Educational leadership

School administration

Data-driven decision making

MTSS knowledge

Restorative practices

Staff development coaching

Scheduling high school master calendar

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in educational leadership

NJ Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility for Principal

Job description

INTERIM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL HIGH SCHOOL START DATE: JANUARY 2027 JobID: 1391

• Position Type: Administration/ Interim Assistant Principal
• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: West Milford High School

POSITION: INTERIM ASSISANT PRINCIPAL

HIGH SCHOOL START DATE: JANUARY 2027

RESPONSIBILITIES: The High School Assistant Principal is responsible for fostering a positive and inclusive school culture that
supports academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and respectful behavior among all students and
staff. This role involves leading the development and implementation of clear behavioral expectations,
restorative practices, and tiered interventions that align with district goals. The assistant principal collaborates
with teachers, counselors, and families to ensure consistent support systems are in place and regularly uses
data to monitor progress and inform decision-making. Additionally, the assistant principal provides professional
development and coaching to staff to strengthen classroom management, student engagement, and trauma-
informed practices.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field
• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility for Principal
• Successful experience in a school administrative or leadership role, preferably at the secondary level
• Strong academic background and thorough understanding of curriculum, instruction, and assessment
  practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that support academic achievement, student behavior, social-
  emotional development, and student & staff mental health and well-being.
• Knowledge of restorative practices, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and effective classroom
  management strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the broader school
  community
• Experience with data analysis to drive decision-making and school improvement planning
• Knowledge of and experience with building high school master schedules
• Experience with evaluating staff and leading teacher development

PAY SCALE: Per diem rate of $400 - $500, based on professional experience
Health Benefits – Blue Cross/Blue Shield & Delta Dental