Position Type:
School Leadership/Principal

Date Posted:
6/15/2026

Location:
Camden High School
Camden City School District

School Principal - Camden High Campus

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Principal is the instructional, organizational, and cultural leader of the school. This vital role translates the Superintendent's vision into daily practice. The Principal will work closely with the Director of School Performance (K-5 / 6-12) and other senior district officials to ensure that students receive outstanding academic and non-instructional support and services in their schools to ensure all school-based staff and students are set up for success. The ideal candidate builds strong community alliances and fosters an environment where teachers thrive and students achieve.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate of Eligibility or Standard Certificate (or the equivalent license from another state)
• At least 3 years of school-based leadership experience as a Principal, Vice Principal, or equivalent school leader role in a High School (preferred) urban turnaround school setting
• Demonstrated success dramatically improving student achievement in low-performing schools, and a track record of making data-driven decisions grounded in the use of staff performance and student achievement data
• At least 5 years of successful teaching experience in a PreK-12 setting with demonstrated student achievement gains
• History of effectively coaching both new and experienced teachers towards improving their ability to deliver outstanding instruction
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
• A valid driver's license as well as current insurance and vehicle with valid registration
• Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership (with Master's Degree)
• Advanced degree in Educational Leadership nor Administration and Supervision
• Prior leadership experience in Middle or High School in an urban turnaround school environment
• Specialized background and training in STEM experience leadership
• Proven track record of raising student achievement in high-poverty or turnaround schools
• Documented success mentoring teachers to improve instructional quality

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performance Responsibilities

Instructional & Culture Leadership

• Establish high academic and behavioral expectations for all students and specifically to raising the academic achievement of children in high - poverty communities.
• Deliver actionable feedback on classroom management and instructional time effectively and setting clear academic and behavioral expectations for students
• Analyze student performance metrics to guide curriculum and intervention strategies.
• Champion the success of children in high-poverty, diverse urban communities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals
• Superior management skills, including influencing and motivating others to achieve outstanding results
• Coaching teachers on classroom management skills, using instructional time effectively and setting clear academic and behavioral expectations for students

Operational & Staff Management

• Hold difficult, professional growth conversations centered on student needs
• Align school goals with the district's overarching strategic plan.
• Navigate institutional changes and obstacles with optimism and adaptability.
• Partner with central district offices to secure staff resources.
• Managing towards outcomes and ambitious goals despite significant obstacles
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data effectively.

Family & Community Engagement

• Cultivate respectful relationships with parents, caregivers, and neighborhood stakeholders.
• Connect local community resources directly to school-based enrichment goals.
• Present school progress effectively via written reports and public meetings.
• Ability to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to successfully engage families and communities.

CORE COMPETENCIES

An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with:

• Commitment to the success of all Camden students and specifically to raising the academic achievement of children in high- poverty communities
• Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals
• Superior management skills, including influencing and motivating others to achieve outstanding results
• Candor: comfort leading difficult conversations with adults, guided by making decisions that are in the best interests of students and families
• Coaching teachers on classroom management skills, using instructional time effectively and setting clear academic and behavioral expectations for students
• Managing towards outcomes and ambitious goals despite significant obstacles
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities to learn
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Flexible, optimistic approach; comfortable with change and ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take initiative
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data effectively
• Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
• Fluency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and basic Web browsers and searches

Physical Demands:

The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to:

• Sit, stand, walk, speak, and hear for extended periods for various tasks.
• Use hands and arms to reach, handle, and operate tools, computers, or controls.
• Lift and carry items necessary for job performance.
• Use close, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and adjust focus as needed.

Environmental Demands:

The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.
• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Work performed in heated, air-conditioned, ventilated facilities.
• Moderate to high at times, noise level especially during school hours, assemblies or events.
• Frequent interruptions from calls, walk-ins and urgent requests.
• Possible exposure to cleaning agents, instructional materials, and equipment-related chemicals.

Evaluation:

Performance shall be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy, administrative regulations, and district leadership procedures.

Reports To: Director of School Performance (K-5 / 6-12)

Work Year: Twelve (12) Months

Classification: Affiliated/Principal/Administrator - CCPSA

Minimum Starting Salary: $100,000.00

Maximum Starting Salary: $198,504.00

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval)