Assistant Principal Jobs in New Jersey

An Assistant Principal, also known as a Vice Principal, is an integral part of a school's administration team. They fulfil a variety of roles that may include managing school activities, overseeing daily school operations, coordinating curriculum, supervising teachers and staff, monitoring student progress, and enforcing disciplinary rules. They also assist the Principal in more complex administrative tasks and act as the Principal in their absence. Some Assistant Principals may also have specific responsibilities such as Special Education or Discipline Coordinator.

Prior to becoming an Assistant Principal, individuals may hold positions such as Classroom Teacher, Department Head, or School Counselor. Importantly, they must have a strong educational background, often including a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field. An administrative certification is also usually required. Key skills for this role encompass strong leadership, excellent communication, good organizational skills, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. An understanding of curriculum development, budgeting, and school law are also vital to the role.

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Middle School Vice Principal

  • River Vale, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • River Vale, NJ
  • 15 days ago

discipline and attendance Oversee school operations, including scheduling, facilities, and transportation Foster a positive and inclusive school culture Ensure compliance with district policies and...

Assistant Principal - Anticipated

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 23 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS : CE/Standard New Jersey Principal Certificate Minimum of five years' experience in a secondary school Minimum of five years' Education Administration experience Knowledge of CTE and...

Associate Principal Scientist, Epidemiology

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 10 days ago

In BARDS (Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences), a distinguished department within our company's renowned Research and Development division, quantitative scientists, in partnership with...

Assistant Principal- High School North

  • West Windsor, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • West Windsor, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Must hold NJ Principal Certificate (CE or Standard). Salary according to WWPAA guide....

Associate Principal Scientist, Oral Formulation Sciences, PSCS

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Job Description Our company's Pharmaceutical Sciences & Clinical Supplies organization translates molecules to medicines, working from the discovery interface through registration stability...

Assistant Principal (Long Term Substitute April 14, 2025 to June 27, 2025)

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Assistant Principal (Long Term Substitute April 14, 2025 to June 27, 2025) JobID: 2574 Position Type: Administration/31....

Elementary School Vice Principal

  • Guttenberg, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Guttenberg, NJ
  • 25 days ago

Principal Certification or Eligibility Required. Minimum of 3 years teaching experience, prior leadership experience a plus. FLSA Status: Exempt...

Assistant Principal

  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Assistant Principal/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 2/7/2025 Location: Freehold Regional High School District    Assistant Principal QUALIFICATIONS: Masters Degree from an accredited...

Anticipated Assistant Principal - Grades 6-8

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Openings as of 2/7/2025 Anticipated Assistant Principal - Grades 6-8 JobID: 3145 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 2/7/2025 Location: Eisenhower Middle School Date Available...

Vice Principal (SY 25-26)

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 2/4/2025 Location: College Achieve Central Charter School Closing Date: 03/18/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Vice Principal College...

Vice Principal

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborate with the entire school leadership team to norm on practices, learn from each other, and improve scholar achievement....

Assistant Principal - Valley Regional Programs

  • Demarest, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Demarest, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 1/28/2025 Location: Northern Valley Regional NVC/R3 Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 02/14/2025    Position Available:...

Assistant Principal

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

of a highly skilled, experienced Assistant Principal for Franklin Avenue Middle School....

Anticipated Interim Vice Principal, Grades K-5

  • Flanders, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Flanders, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

certificate or eligibility required....

Assistant Principal

  • Madison, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Madison, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

Handle student discipline issues in a fair and effective manner Provide effective advice and support to staff relating to classroom management and discipline Maintain effective communication with parents...

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Principals in New Jersey offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
High School or GED
1.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.1%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Principals in New Jersey
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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