Assistant Principal

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Maryland is seeking qualified candidates for an Assistant Principal pool to support the principal in evaluating and modifying instructional programs and safeguarding a positive learning environment for students and staff.

The role emphasizes leadership in curriculum alignment, governance, and resource management, with responsibilities including supervision of staff, data-driven improvement, and collaboration with families and community partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in related field from a regionally accredited college.
• Three years of relevant teaching experience.
• Licensure eligible for Maryland Supervisor of Instruction/Asst Principal or Admin I.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in defining school goals and expectations.
• Support SIP development aligning instruction and resources.
• Coordinate and supervise student activities and records.
• Assist in business management and compliance with district policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Educational leadership

Data-driven

Education

Master's degree in education

Tools

MS Office

Student information systems

Job description

Position Summary

Assistant Principal

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

Job Summary

Provides assistance to the school principal in the evaluation and modification of the instructional programs offered by the school. Supports the management of school, human and financial resources, buildings, grounds and equipment. Establishes effective relationships with students, parents, staff, community groups and Central Office support staff. Responsible for supporting the principal in providing a safe and secure learning environment for students and staff.

Additional Work Days/Hours

• Evenings/Nights
• Weekends

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Acts on behalf of the principal in his/her absence.
• Assists the principal in defining the school’s mission and communicating goals and expectations of the total school program.
• Develops a working knowledge of and ensures compliance with Board of Education policies, regulations, and operating procedures.
• Assists the principal in monitoring and improving student achievement through the analysis of appropriate, multiple data sources.
• Assists the principal in supervising and evaluating all school-based personnel.
• Supports the principal in the process of continuous school improvement to ensure success for all students.
• Assists the principal and staff in developing a plan (SIP) that aligns instruction and resources in order to meet academic data points.
• Assists in the implementation of the school crisis and emergency management plan (SCEMP) in order to establish and maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Coordinates and supervises student activities.
• Provides written reports, as needed.
• Monitors the maintenance and accuracy of students’ records including grade reporting and attendance.
• Plans and engages in professional activities which contribute to leadership development including the AP1 and AP2 programs.
• Assists in determining and implementing school organization, student placement, evaluation, and services and programs to meet the needs of individual students.
• Assists the principal with the responsibility for the business management of the school and develops a working knowledge of local school finances.
• Assists the principal with the supervision and oversight of school operations unique to the assignment.
• Models cooperation, collaboration, and positive interactions with students, staff and community by exercising initiative, diplomacy, courtesy, discretion and good judgment.
• Supports the development, implementation and monitoring of each student’s IEP, as applicable while ensuring on-going compliance with special education regulations (state and federal), including the implementation of due process procedures.
• Models a positive work ethic including professional dress, good attendance, and appropriate language.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Master’s Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• Three (3) years relevant successful teaching experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with all school stakeholders.
• Ability to recruit and maintain a teaching and support staff that reflects the diversity of the student population and community.
• Ability to create a team that works collaboratively and promotes high expectations for all students.
• Ability to garner support and resources, and engage community organizations, individual education supporters, and businesses to support student achievement, social skill and character development, etc. inside and outside of school.
• Knowledge of the curriculum of the schools of Anne Arundel County.
• Ability to build a school culture which takes account of the richness and diversity of the school’s communities.
• Record of good attendance.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

• Hold or be eligible for Supervisor of Instruction, Assistant Principal, and Principal licensure issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required; or
• Hold Administrator I Certificate issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

N/A

Leadership Role

LEADERSHIP ROLE

Management Duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews, selects, and trains employees.
• Sets/adjusts pay rate and work hours.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records for use in supervision.
• Assess employees’ performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
• Handles employee complaints/grievances.
• Disciplines employees.
• Plans the work.
• Determines the techniques to use.
• Apportions the work among the employees.
• Determines the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment or tools to be used of materials or merchandise to be brought, stocked and sold.
• Controls the flow and distribution of materials or merchandise and supplies.
• Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
• Plans and controls the budget.
• Monitors and implements legal compliance measures.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time.

Travel Requirements

N/A

Job Information

Approved Date: 7/1/2026
Established Date: 10/1/1997
Title Code: C21567
Title: PRINCIPAL ASSISTANT (AP)
Alternate Title: Assistant Principal
Reports to Generic: Principal
Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL

Organization

Division: Academics
Business Unit: School Performance & Support