Principal - Elementary JobID: 1770
Position Type:
Administration/Principal
Date Posted:
5/21/2026
Location:
Patrick McGaheran School
Date Available:
07/01/2026
Closing Date:
02/17/2026
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2026-2027 Administrative Opening
Principal - Elementary
Clinton Township School District seeks a dynamic, student-centered Elementary School Principal to provide school-wide leadership; establishing an instructional vision focused on improving student achievement and growth, monitoring and supervising instruction; supporting teachers in improving instructional practice, and ensuring the positive and effective operation of the school through safety and staff and student support.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid NJ Principal Certificate or eligibility
Previous Principal experience recommended
Demonstrates leadership skills in the areas of curriculum development, program & staff evaluation, staff development, budgeting, academic growth, school improvement, and technology
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Required criminal history background check and proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Leadership and School Management
Assumes responsibility for theoperation and management of the school in accordance with law, administrative code, board policies and regulations.
Exercises leadership in school-level planning for improvement of instruction aligned with goals and measurable student outcomes
Establishes and maintains a school climate that promotes high expectations, student engagement, and a culture for learning.
Uses multiple data sources to guide decision making and continuous school improvement
Maintains consistent communication with the superintendent regarding school operations, progress, and needs.
Curriculum and Instruction, and Assessment
Oversees the implementation of district curriculum and ensures alignment with state standards.
Monitors delivery of the instruction to ensure rigor, engagement, and differentiation for all learners
Participates in the development, evaluation and revision of curriculum and assumes responsibility for the implementation of approved programs, inclusive of the integration of technology.
Oversees and/or supervises all curricular and extracurricular activities to ensure they support student development.
Staff Supervision Evaluation, and Development
Interviews, recommends for appointment, assigns, supervises and evaluates the performance of all school employees (teachers, support staff) and assists them in achievement of their job goals.
Conducts observations and evaluations of teaching staff member(s); prepares written comments; and offers constructive suggestions for implementation, when appropriate.
Provides timely, specific feedback to improve professional practice and student outcomes.
Facilitates professional learning aligned to school and district priorities.
Conducts faculty meetings and fosters a collaborative professional culture
Operations, Safety, and Resource Management
Prepares and submits the school's budget requests, in line with district priorities, and monitors the expenditure of funds.
Establishes and maintains an efficient office system to support the administrative functions of the school.
Ensures the safekeeping of student and personnel files and other confidential records and documents; along with the destruction of public records in accordance with law and regulations.
Reports incidents of violence, vandalism and substance abuse. Works cooperatively with law enforcement authorities in maintaining a safe and drug-free school environment. Ensures the removal of students in possession of verified weapons from the general education program and provides notification as required by law and administrative code.
Prepares or supervises the preparation of all reports, records and other paperwork, required or appropriate to the school's administration
Develops and maintains a master schedule for the academic, extracurricular programs and works cooperatively with the business office to schedule community use of the school building and grounds.
Ensures the proper collection, safekeeping and accounting of student activity funds.
Plans, schedules and supervises fire and other emergency drills as required by law and board policy.
Creates a Building Emergency Response Team and other required safety teams and runs monthly meetings regarding school safety
Collaborates with the School Resource Officer regarding school safety
School Climate and Community Engagement
Policy Implementation and Legal Compliance
Stay familiar with the policy manual as adopted and updated by the school board, implements the policies and reports to the board via the Superintendent on policies that may need modifications
Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and mandated reporting requirements.
Oversees required investigations and reporting procedures (e.g., HIB, student safety matters) in accordance with law.
Other
Assumes responsibility for his/her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, memberships in professional organizations, and reading professional journals and other publications.
Performs other duties, which may be assigned or required by law, code, regulation or board policy.
Compensation & Benefits
The district offers a salary commensurate with experience (Salary range: $115,000 to $150,000), along with a benefits package including medical, individual dental, and prescription coverage, as well as sick, personal, and vacation leave in accordance with NJ regulations.
Union Affiliation: CTAA