The Board of Education of the Northern Highlands Regional High School District in Allendale, New Jersey is seeking a distinguished and dedicated new educational leader to follow our longstanding Superintendent, and to build on his excellent work in providing an exciting secondary experience and a bright future for all Highlanders.
Northern Highlands is a high-achieving regional high school community that prides itself on academic excellence, strong character development, and a supportive, student-centered culture. Serving students from four collaborative districts, Northern Highlands combines rigorous academics with robust extracurricular and athletic programs, fostering well-rounded graduates prepared for college, careers, and civic life.
The District values collaboration, thoughtful leadership, and meaningful relationships among students, staff, families, and the broader community. At Northern Highlands, learning extends beyond the classroom via a wide variety of extra-curricular activities, internships, and community service opportunities, supported by a student-centered Board of Education and the tireless work of our dedicated staff. Leading the Northern Highlands Regional High School District is an outstanding opportunity for an educational leader who respects tradition while embracing continuous improvement and innovation.
We serve approximately 1225 students in grades 9-12 from the communities of Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Saddle River, and Upper Saddle River in one high school building. Our District relies on a nine-member admin team [detailed here: https://tinyurl.com/2kmy3787 ]. We employ 138 certificated and 44 non-certificated employees with a budget of about $36m.
We are looking for an accomplished educational leader with successful experience in strategic planning and execution, and who possesses a solid understanding of high school teaching & learning and college & career readiness that is both visionary and practical. The Superintendent of Northern Highlands must be an approachable, engaged, and visible leader, who demonstrates clear and effective communication with staff, students, families, community stakeholders and the Board of Education. We are looking for a collaborative but decisive leader who is fiscally responsible, experienced in negotiations, labor relations, and personnel evaluations. Above all, our Superintendent must be committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our students and staff in which all can learn, grow, thrive, and achieve at high levels.
NJ School Administrator Certificate or CE, and experience in a district-level or building-level leadership position for 5 years or more required. Substantial secondary education experience strongly preferred; successful Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent experience highly desired. Earned doctorate strongly preferred. Teaching experience, preferably at the secondary level, strongly preferred. Successful experience in a regional high school district preferred.
Position Start Date: January 1, 2027
Application Deadline: by 11:59pm, March 16, 2026
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, proof of certification, and two most recent full performance evaluations to KathleenHelewa.edu@gmail.com. Please include “Northern Highlands Superintendent” in the subject line. All applications will be acknowledged within 24 business hours of receipt.
The Board of Education expects to offer a salary in the range of $215,000 to $255,000 and a competitive benefits package including sick leave, vacation days, personal days, health insurance, dental/vision insurance, and professional membership dues, to be determined. It is anticipated that the total compensation package will be regionally competitive and based on successful experience and education.
The Northern Highlands Regional High School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Search facilitated by Kathleen Helewa Educational Consultants, LLC https://www.khelewaconsulting.com/
To apply for this job email your details to kathleenhelewa.edu@gmail.com