Principal

Young World Physical Education; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 96,279 - 156,923; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking a Principal for Paterson, New Jersey, with posting at various district locations. This position requires a New Jersey Administrative Certificate with principal endorsement and a master’s degree from an accredited institution.

A minimum of seven years of teaching experience and at least two years in an administrative role as Principal, Assistant Principal, or Central Office Administrator are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold NJ Administrative Certificate with principal endorsement (N.J.A.C 6:11-9.3 and 9.5).
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum seven years of teaching experience with adults or adolescents.
• At least two years of administrative experience as Principal, Assistant Principal, or Central Office Administrator.
• Exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people.
• Maintain excellent integrity and good moral character.
• Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum development, program evaluation, child development, instructional strategies, and learning assessment.
• Show enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate to students, staff, parents, and community.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral and written.

Skills

Administrative Certificate

Master's Degree

Teaching Experience 7y

Administrative Experience 2y

Leadership Skills

Integrity

Driver's License

Curriculum & Assessment

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

Master's Degree

NJ Administrative Certificate

Job description

Principal

Paterson Public School District Various Locations - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Paterson Public School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5822816

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Hold a New Jersey Administrative Certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27.1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6 Chapter 11, with a principal endorsement (N.J.A.C 6:11-9.3 and 9.5).
• Hold a master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Have a minimum of seven (7) years excellent experience in teaching and working with adults or adolescents.
• Have at least two (2) years excellent administrative experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal, or Central Office Administrator.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership and organizational skills and the ability to motivate people.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
• Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum development and program evaluation, child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Demonstrate the ability to use computers for word processing, data management, and telecommunications.

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$96,279 to $156,923 Per Year

Job Categories

Administration > Principal/Dean/Head of School