Principal

Mount Olive Township School District

$140K — $210K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate or eligibility required
  • Demonstrated successful leadership experience at the secondary level preferred
  • Strong background in instructional leadership, supervision, and school culture development
  • Ability to complete a criminal history background check and provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
  • Current residency in New Jersey or agreement to obtain within one year of employment

Responsibilities

  • Build and sustain a positive, inclusive, and supportive school climate and culture
  • Support district strategic goals and align across schools and departments
  • Develop strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders
  • Ensure effective school operations, communication, and organizational systems
  • Promote student achievement, belonging, engagement, and well-being
  • Provide instructional leadership through meaningful classroom observations and actionable feedback
  • Develop assistant principals, teacher leaders, and emerging leaders through coaching and feedback
  • Lead continuous school improvement efforts aligned with district priorities

Benefits

  • Collaborative leadership environment focused on instructional coherence and continuous improvement
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
  • Supportive community that values trust, collaboration, and communication
  • Focus on inclusive practices and ensuring access and success for all students
  • Responsibility toward fostering positive school culture and high academic expectations
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
7/8/2026

Location:
Mount Olive High School

Date Available:
11/01/2026

Closing Date:
07/28/2026
Principal: Mount Olive High School



The successful candidate will work alongside a collaborative district leadership team committed to instructional coherence, professional learning, inclusive practices, and continuous improvement. Together, we are building systems that ensure every student experiences rigorous learning, every educator continues to grow, and every member of our community feels valued and connected.

The District Seeks a Leader Who:
  • Is a highly visible and relationship-driven leader who values trust, collaboration, and communication
  • Can foster a positive and student-centered school culture while maintaining high expectations
  • Values collaboration and can effectively develop assistant principals, teacher leaders, and staff capacity
  • Uses data thoughtfully to support continuous improvement and informed decision making
  • Can balance strategic leadership with strong organizational and operational management
  • Communicates effectively with students, staff, families, and the broader school community
  • Is committed to continuous reflection, growth, and innovation while honoring the traditions and strengths of the school community
  • Possesses a deep understanding of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and effective teaching practices
  • Demonstrates a commitment to inclusive practices and ensuring access and success for all students

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Building and sustaining a positive, inclusive, and supportive school climate and culture
  • Supporting district strategic goals and fostering alignment across schools and departments
  • Developing strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders
  • Ensuring effective school operations, communication, and organizational systems
  • Promoting student achievement, belonging, engagement, and well-being
  • Providing instructional leadership by conducting meaningful classroom observations, delivering actionable feedback and strengthening Tier 1 instruction
  • Develop assistant principals, teacher leaders, department leaders, and emerging leaders through coaching, feedback, and meaningful leadership opportunities
  • Leading collaborative structures, including PLCs
  • Lead continuous school improvement efforts by aligning building goals with district priorities, monitoring progress, and fostering a culture of reflective practice

Qualifications:
  • Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate or eligibility required
  • Demonstrated successful leadership experience at the secondary level preferred
  • Strong background in instructional leadership, supervision, and school culture development
  • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history background check and provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status
  • Current residency in New Jersey, approved residency waiver or agreement to obtain residency within one year of employment


Salary: $140,000-$210,000; commensurate with experience

Job Description

Application Procedure (see link below):
Complete online application via Applitrack
No phone calls please.

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