Substitute Principal/AP (Per Diem / As Needed)

- Position Type:
Administration/Principal - Date Posted:
10/16/2026 - Location:
Districtwide - Date Available:
Immediately - Closing Date:
Open until filled - Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate (Standard or CEAS) required
- Prior experience as a building administrator (principal or vice principal) strongly preferred
- Knowledge of New Jersey school law, Board policy, and school safety and security protocols
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, families, and district administration
- Bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese) preferred
- Successful completion of a criminal history background check, as required by N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1
- Oversee daily building operations, including arrival, dismissal, and supervision schedules
- Maintain a safe and secure environment; implement emergency procedures and drills as needed
- Address student conduct matters in accordance with the Code of Conduct, HIB policy, and Board policy
- Support teachers and staff and respond to instructional and operational needs
- Communicate with parents/guardians professionally and promptly
- Coordinate with district administration, the Board Office, and support staff
- Complete required documentation, incident reports, and records in a timely manner
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
| Substitute Principal/AP (Per Diem / As Needed) | JobID: 497 |
Reports To: Superintendent of Schools and/or Assistant Superintendent
Salary: $500 per diem
Position Summary:
The Roselle Park School District is seeking experienced, certified educational leaders to serve as Substitute Principals on an as-needed basis. The Substitute Principal provides continuity of building leadership during the absence of a school principal, ensuring a safe, orderly, and student-centered learning environment while upholding district policies, procedures, and priorities.
Qualifications:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should apply online through Frontline (AppliTrack) and upload a letter of interest, résumé, copy of New Jersey certification, and three letters of recommendation. Internal candidates should submit a letter of interest to the Office of the Superintendent.
The Roselle Park School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, disability, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with federal and state law.