Assistant Principal (Elementary, Middle or High School) - Posted to Create A Candidate Pool

Baltimore County Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 109,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick days

Personal leave

Medical plan coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

FSA

Wellness program

Life insurance

Retirement plan (403b/457b)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools seeks an experienced administrator to support the principal in establishing school goals and directing programs. You will work with staff to implement curriculum, supervise teachers, and help lead school improvement initiatives.

You will coordinate data analytics on student achievement, maintain discipline records, and liaise with families and community partners. Strong leadership, communication skills, and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with coursework in leadership, pedagogy, and supervision; four years of teaching experience.
• Completion of the Aspiring Leader modules of Baltimore County Public Schools Leadership Development Program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in defining the school's goals and overseeing the total school program.
• Provide instructional leadership with curriculum implementation in coordination with the principal.
• Supervise staff and monitor student achievement using data analysis.
• Coordinate student activities and supervise discipline and attendance procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Pedagogy

Public education admin

Data analysis

Communication

Tech competency

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in leadership or pedagogy

Aspiring Leader modules preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Education data systems

Job description

Job Description

Provides support and assistance to the school principal. Assists in planning, implementing, directing, and evaluating school programs and activities. Supervises professional and support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO : Principal

DEFINITION: Provides support and assistance to the school principal. Assists in planning, implementing, directing, and evaluating school programs and activities. Supervises professional and support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists the principal in defining the school's mission and communicating goals and expectations of the total school program.
• Provides instructional leadership, in concert with the principal, for the implementation of the curriculum of the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Assists in coordinating the instructional program of the school in conjunction with the appropriate school and central office staff.
• Assists the principal in supervising the instructional program of the school.
• Assists the principal in leading the process of continuous school improvement.
• Monitors and assesses student achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
• Assists the principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of all school personnel.
• Assists in creating a productive work climate by gaining the cooperation of staff and students.
• Administers and coordinates school discipline and maintains necessary discipline records. Serves as liaison in coordinating supportive services and other social agencies to help meet student and family needs.
• Coordinates and supervises student activities. Write reports relative to conferences, suspensions, court reports, etc.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining attendance procedures.
• Engages in professional activities that contribute to leadership development.
• Assists in determining and implementing school organization, student placement and evaluation, and services and programs that provide for the needs of children.
• Provides for changes in schedules and programs to meet the needs of individual students.
• Communicates effectively with students, staff, administrative and supervisory personnel, parents, and the community.
• Assists the principal with the responsibility for the business management functions of the local school finances.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Training and Experience

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a master’s degree, with appropriate course work in leadership, pedagogy, and supervision, plus four years of outstanding teaching experience.
• Completion of the Aspiring Leader modules of Baltimore County Public Schools Leadership Development Program is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator I or Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principal endorsement.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional License and Administrator I or Supervisors of Instruction, Assistant Principals, and Principal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public education administration.
• Knowledge, skill, and successful experience with the school improvement process.
• Knowledge, skill, and successful experience in the use and analysis of school performance data.
• Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
• Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications).
• Skill and experience in data analysis and application.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to properly maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is performed in a school environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires attendance at evening meetings and weekend activities as required.

Benefits

• Twenty (20) vacation days, twelve (12) sick days per year, and five (5) personal leave days per year
• Medical plans 80% to 85% paid by employer for individuals and families
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent childcare
• Wellness programs
• $15,000 of Basic Term Life Insurance and Optional Term Life Insurance up to 10x salary
• 403(b) / 457(b) Plans
• Tuition reimbursement for coursework and degrees
• Membership in the Maryland State Teachers’ Retirement System

Salary (Effective July 1, 2026)

Elementary School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators, Grade 10) $109,149 - $165,384

Middle School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators, Grade 11) $115,682 - $175,285

High School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators, Grade 12) $122,608 - $185,778

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

Contact Information

Susan Stansbury, Director, Staffing

443-809-7874

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