Administrative Intern at Mary H. Matula Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools•La Plata, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 3-year position for an Administrative Intern at Mary H. Matula Elementary School. Upon completion of the three years, the intern will need to be hired into a different role or return to the classroom. This position is not open to individuals who have previously worked as an administrative intern with Charles County Public Schools. The role involves participating in various administrative and educational functions within the school, supporting the Principal and staff in daily operations, student activities, and community relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Standard Professional Certificate issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Three years of successful teaching experience.
Evidence of Exemplary human relations skills.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate instructional and curricular methodologies.
Enrolled in the school administration program of study at the master’s Level.
Demonstrated ability to work professionally and discreetly with extremely confidential information.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Excellent customer service, communication (both written and verbal), and cross-group collaboration skills required.

Responsibilities

Participates in recruitment, screening, and selection of instructional and non-instructional staff.
Establishes school professional and behavioral standards within the confines of Board policy.
Assists staff with professional development.
Participates in and supervises staff in-service training.
Provides and demonstrates proper teaching methods and techniques.
Consults with and coordinates the efforts of resource personnel in providing assistance to all staff.
Supervises student activities and co-curricular programs.
Secures substitute teachers by accessing the SEMS system.
Assists in the design of the school’s master schedule and individual student schedules.
Assists with implementing the Board of Education’s policy on student discipline.
Supervises halls, restrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds.
Creates requisitions and inventories of school supplies.
Assists in textbook selection, care, and control.
Maintains communications with parents, parent groups, civic associations, and other community resources as assigned by the principal.
Supervises and participates in the planning, management, and financing of student and community relations activities.
Obtains volunteer services for school activities.
Schedules school for use of facilities by community groups.
Interprets school and Board policy to the staff, students, and community.
Adapts educational programs approved for the county to the particular needs of the school and community.
Serves on curricular development, research, and other committees and study groups as assigned.
Conducts informal group discussions with teachers concerning educational programs, student progress, and appraisals.
Assists the Principal in conducting faculty meetings.
Counsels with students, teachers, and parents on a variety of topics.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.