ROLE OVERVIEW

• Master’s degree or higher
• Valid Principal Certificate of Eligibility or Standard Certificate in the state of New Jersey (or the equivalent license from another state)
• At least 3 years of school-based leadership experience as a Principal, Vice Principal, or equivalent role in an urban turnaround school setting
• Demonstrated success dramatically improving student achievement in low-performing schools, and a track record of making data-driven decision 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.

• Certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership (with Master’s Degree)

• 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
• Creative and outside of the box thinking
• 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 internal and external 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.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully engage families and communities.
• 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

• 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

• Camden City Principal and Supervisor Association (CCPSA) Salary Guide

• Twelve-month, tenureable position

• Camden City Principal and Supervisor Association

• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation