Principal - Maryland City Elementary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools•Laurel, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal administers, evaluates, and modifies the school’s instructional programs as needed and manages school personnel, financial resources, buildings, grounds, and equipment. The position establishes effective relationships with students, parents, staff, community groups, and Central Office support staff, and is responsible for a safe and secure learning environment for students and staff. The Principal provides instructional leadership, supervises and evaluates school personnel, leads continuous school improvement, and develops a school improvement plan aligned with the district strategic plan and state growth measures. The Principal monitors student achievement using technology and multiple data sources, builds an inclusive culture focused on learning, engages community stakeholders, and oversees school operations, discipline, safety, and emergency procedures. This is a 12-month position with 260 work days and 8 hours worked, with additional evenings, nights, or weekend hours potentially required based on assignment.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.
Three years of relevant experience as a school-based administrator.
Hold or be eligible for Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principal, and Principal licensure issued by the Maryland State Department of Education, or hold an Administrator II Certificate issued by MSDE.
Knowledge of the curriculum of Anne Arundel County schools.
Adhere to Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, and operating procedures.
Communicate effectively with students, staff, administrators, supervisors, parents, and the community.
Exercise initiative, tact, and good judgment when dealing with others.
Build a school culture that accounts for the diversity of the school community and supports collaboration and high expectations for all students.
Recruit and retain teaching and support staff reflecting the diversity of the student population and community.
Secure support and resources from community organizations, individual education supporters, and businesses to support student achievement.
Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Supervise school activities inside and outside the classroom, including before and after school.
Retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
Meet the position’s physical demands, including sitting, keyboarding, talking, hearing, standing, walking, and driving as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.
Proficiency with business technology applications, such as video/web conferencing and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate school personnel and monitor employees who are not meeting contractual requirements.
Define the school’s mission and communicate goals for the total school program.
Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment through purposeful teacher observation and evaluation.
Create and monitor a monthly meeting calendar that supports staff collaboration and a culture of rigor and learning.
Coordinate and supervise the school’s instructional program in conjunction with Central Office and staff development personnel.
Lead continuous school improvement and develop a school improvement plan aligned with district strategy and required state growth measures.
Monitor and assess student achievement using technology and multiple sources of data.
Engage community stakeholders in shared responsibility for student learning and school success.
Develop and maintain a positive learning culture that addresses the needs of students and recognizes cultural diversity.
Create and implement school-wide supervision plans to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
Establish emergency and disaster procedures and conduct regular drills.
Pursue professional activities that foster leadership development.
Administer and coordinate school discipline fairly and consistently.
Perform other related duties assigned within the same or a lower classification.
Interview, select, train, direct, and evaluate employees; plan and apportion work; maintain supervision records; address complaints and grievances; and discipline employees.
Manage school departments and direct and indirect staff.
Plan and control the budget, ensure legal compliance, and provide for the safety and security of employees and property.
Use a personal vehicle for bona fide Board business within the scope of employment when required.