Per Diem Principal Mentor SY 2026-27 (NBOE)

• NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATIONHUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102ROGER LE-N, SUPERINTENDENT PER DIEM PRINCIPAL MENTORVarious Locations(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Per Diem Principal Mentor at various locations

Qualifications

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• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a principal in an urban setting.2
• Proven record of success as a principal with clear evidence of student growth.3
• Proven record of success in working in an urban setting.4
• Ability to mentor and provide support to aspiring leaders.5
• Principal Certification required.PREFERRED: Experience working in the Newark Board of Education
• BASIC FUNCTIONS AND

Responsibilities

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• Allocate time for regularly meetings with principals throughout the year.2
• Meeting with school based administrative teams as needed.3
• Observing and coaching the practices of current principals.4
• Assist principals in identifying and solving problems.5
• Review relevant school data and documentation.6
• Assist principals with tracking progress against standards.7
• Consult with supervising Assistant Superintendent.8
• Other duties as assigned
• Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate:1
• A passionate belief in the mission of the Newark Board of Education and commitment to increasing student achievement.2
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with school leaders, colleagues and other partners.3
• Commitment to providing excellent customer services to all stakeholders.4
• Exceptional critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify challenges and actively work to find solutions.5
• A past record of setting and achieving ambitious goals.6
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.7
• Outstanding written and oral communication and facilitation skills.8
• Excellent ability to organize and prioritize projects.REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent

Salary

• , EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION:1

Salary

• Range
• $500 / day2
• Employment Period: As needed 3
• Union Affiliation: Unaffiliated
• HOW TO APPLY:Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications
• OPENING AND CLOSING DATE:Opening Date: June 29, 2026 Closing Date: June 30, 2027 or until filled
• THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS ANEQUAL OPPORTUNITY/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYEE