Position: Elementary Principal - Lincoln School (Pre-K–5)
Location: Lincoln School, Hasbrouck Heights School District
Start Date: January 2, 2026
Salary Range: $140,000 – $170,000 (commensurate with experience)
Position Overview:
The Hasbrouck Heights School District is seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic educational leader to serve as the Principal of Lincoln School (Pre-K through 5th grade) starting January 2, 2026. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a school committed to fostering academic excellence, nurturing personal growth, and creating a positive and inclusive school culture.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the school, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality instruction and the development of programs that support the diverse needs of all students. This individual will work closely with faculty, staff, parents, and the broader community to ensure a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the daily operations of Lincoln School, fostering an environment that promotes academic achievement, student well-being, and professional growth.
Utilize data-driven decision making to guide instructional, operational, and organizational practices.
Promote and support social-emotional learning (SEL) to ensure the holistic development of students.
Encourage technology integration and innovative instructional practices to enhance teaching and learning.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure the successful implementation of curriculum, instructional practices, and student support services.
Develop and implement strategies to improve student achievement across all grade levels, ensuring alignment with district goals and state standards.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all communications with students, parents, and the broader community.
Foster strong relationships with parents, community members, and other stakeholders, maintaining open lines of communication and working to ensure that Lincoln School remains a cornerstone of the Hasbrouck Heights community.
Manage school resources, including staffing, budgeting, and facilities, in a manner that supports academic and operational excellence.
Ensure that all district policies, state regulations, and local laws are followed, while promoting a positive, inclusive, and supportive school culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of 3 years of experience as an elementary school principal.
At least 5 years of administrative experience in educational leadership.
A proven track record of strong leadership, including the ability to inspire and motivate staff, foster student achievement, and implement effective school improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated success in improving student achievement, particularly in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning.
Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with staff, students, parents, and the community.
Proven ability to develop and maintain strong community relations, ensuring that the school is an active and engaged partner in the local community.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on a vibrant and supportive school community. The next Principal of Lincoln School will play a critical role in shaping the future of our students and ensuring that they have the resources, guidance, and opportunities needed to succeed.
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