Interim Middle School Assistant Principal - Visible Leader

Roselle Park School District; Aldene (NJ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Roselle Park School District is seeking an experienced interim administrator to serve as Interim Assistant Principal at the middle school. The role focuses on day-to-day leadership, discipline, instructional oversight, and school operations, ensuring a safe and academically focused environment.

The successful candidate will work with the Principal, staff, students, and families, stepping into leadership quickly and communicating effectively during the interim period.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility.
• Administrative and educational experience appropriate for the position.
• Leadership experience in curriculum, instruction, staff development, program evaluation, and school improvement.
• Experience working with student discipline, school climate, and behavioral concerns.
• Ability to establish and maintain high expectations for student behavior and academic achievement.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the community.
• Strong technology, writing, and record-keeping skills.
• Required criminal history background clearance.
• New Jersey residency or ability to meet applicable New Jersey residency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal with the overall leadership and administration of the school.
• Serve as the building administrator in the absence of the Principal.
• Maintain a visible administrative presence during arrival, dismissal, lunch periods, student transitions, extracurricular activities, and other school events.
• Support a positive school climate and maintain high standards for student behavior and conduct.
• Address student disciplinary and behavioral matters in a fair, consistent, and timely manner.
• Work directly with students, parents, teachers, counselors, and support staff to resolve student concerns.
• Assist with student attendance, tardiness, and related follow-up.
• Assist with the investigation, documentation, and reporting of student incidents as required by district policy and applicable law.
• Support the school's implementation of harassment, intimidation, and bullying requirements and procedures.
• Assist with the supervision and evaluation of teaching staff as assigned.
• Conduct formal and informal classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to staff.
• Assist with staff meetings, professional development, and school improvement initiatives.
• Supervise extracurricular activities, assemblies, and school functions as assigned.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of academic and extracurricular schedules.
• Support the coordination of transportation, cafeteria, custodial, and other school-based services.
• Assist with emergency drills, safety procedures, and other activities designed to maintain a safe school environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff and families to support the school's goals, programs, and mission.
• Assist with curriculum, instructional technology, scheduling, planning, and special programs as assigned.
• Attend Board of Education meetings and other meetings when requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent of Schools.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Discipline & climate

Communication skills

Collaboration

Instructional leadership

Policy knowledge

Tech & records

Problem-solving

Stakeholder relations

Residency considerations

Education

New Jersey Principal Certificate / Eligibility

Administrative experience

Job description

Roselle Park School District is seeking an experienced interim administrator to serve as Interim Assistant Principal at the middle school. The role focuses on day-to-day leadership, discipline, instructional oversight, and school operations, ensuring a safe and academically focused environment.

The successful candidate will work with the Principal, staff, students, and families, stepping into leadership quickly and communicating effectively during the interim period.