Vice Principal

Young World Physical Education; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 84,401 - 125,550; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Paterson, New Jersey, is seeking a Vice Principal to oversee administrative functions and maintain high academic standards. The ideal candidate must hold a New Jersey Principal Certificate and have at least five years of experience in teaching or administrative roles.

This full-time position offers a salary ranging from $84,401 to $125,550 per year, along with various responsibilities including conducting hearings, supervising staff, and fostering student success.

Qualifications

• Must hold a standard New Jersey Principal Certificate.
• Minimum of five years' experience in teaching/admin.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assume operation of the school in Principal's absence.
• Conduct discipline and suspension hearings.
• Supervise effective discipline and attendance systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Discipline strategies

Interpersonal skills

Education

Standard New Jersey Principal Certificate

Minimum of five years experience in teaching/admin

Job description

Vice Principal

Paterson Public School District Various Locations – Paterson, New Jersey.

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5797269
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $84,401 to $125,550 Per Year
• Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Description

Responsibilities and qualifications for the Vice Principal position include:

• Must hold a standard New Jersey Principal Certificate
• Have a minimum of five (5) years excellent experience in teaching and/or administration and working with adolescents
• Demonstrate excellent 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 effective discipline strategies and motivation, 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 use computers for word processing, data management and telecommunications
• Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior
• Assume responsibility for the operation of the school in the absence of the Principal, in accordance with the School Principal job description (if applicable) and in compliance with all laws, administrative codes and Board policies and regulations
• Assist the Principal with administrative functions of the school as assigned by the Principal
• Conduct discipline and suspension hearings in accordance with established school and district procedures, ensuring due process
• Supervise in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school and district, in accordance with due process and other laws and regulations, ensuring a safe, orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students
• Incorporate procedures for the early identification of potentially disruptive students and the conditions that create or enhance unacceptable behavior (e.g., bullying) and implement programs to address such conditions
• Prepare all required reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance and discipline matters
• Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel and agencies associated with the school
• Serve as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility and demonstrating pride in the education profession
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents, administrators and the community

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

Additional Information

• 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 Affirmpitive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. 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]