Leave Replacement Principal

Northern Valley Regional High School District; Old Tappan (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Valley Regional High School District in Old Tappan, NJ, is seeking a leave replacement High School Principal to guide instructional excellence and district-aligned strategic initiatives. The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with staff, students, and families, and a commitment to a positive school culture.

You will oversee budget, operations, and compliance while driving instructional innovations.

Qualifications

• NJ DOE Principal certificate required.
• Proven experience in educational leadership at the high school level.
• Experience in a high-performing school district preferred.
• Experience in teaching (minimum of 5 years).
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A visionary leader with a proven track record of driving school improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in technology, budget, program evaluation, data analysis, staff development, and school improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Instructional Pedagogy and 1:1 Technology Integration.
• Ability to collaborate with students, staff, parents, and community to achieve educational goals.
• Experience in collaborative decision-making and building a positive school culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the school's strategic vision aligned with district goals.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff to ensure instructional excellence.
• Promote innovative teaching practices.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage school operations, including budget planning, facility management, and scheduling;
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and high-achieving school culture.

Skills

Educational leadership

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Budget management

Technology integration

Visionary leadership

Education

NJ DOE Principal certificate

Teaching experience (5+ years)

Job description

Leave Replacement Position Available: High School Principal

Location: Northern Valley Regional High School District - Old Tappan

Application Deadline: 9/10/2026

The Northern Valley Regional High School District, consistently recognized as a leader in educational excellence, is seeking a leave replacement Principal.

Qualifications:

• NJ DOE Principal certificate required;
• Proven experience in educational leadership at the high school level;
• Experience in a high-performing school district preferred;
• Experience in teaching (minimum of 5 years); and
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A visionary leader with a proven track record of driving school improvement and innovation;
• Demonstrated leadership skills in the areas of technology, budget, program evaluation, data analysis, staff development, and school improvement;
• A strong knowledge base of Instructional Pedagogy and 1:1 Technology Integration;
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with students, staff, parents, and community to achieve educational goals;
• Experience in collaborative decision-making and building a positive school culture;
• Demonstrated ability to engage stakeholders and build meaningful partnerships; and
• Familiar with teacher/administrator evaluation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the school's strategic vision aligned with district goals;
• Supervise and evaluate faculty and staff to ensure instructional excellence;
• Promote innovative teaching practices;
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community;
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations;
• Manage school operations, including budget planning, facility management, and scheduling; and
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and high-achieving school culture;

If you are an experienced and passionate educational leader ready to lead one of New Jersey's top high schools, we encourage you to apply for one of these exceptional positions.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Commensurate with experience and in accordance with negotiated agreement.

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Daily Rate:
$650 - $850/day

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Additional Employment Requirements:

• Approved criminal history background check for district 3710
• Pass the Trash approval
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.
• Current residency in New Jersey or approved residency waiver, or candidate agreement to obtain residency within one year of employment.