Assistant Principal, James Hubert Blake High School

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for James Hubert Blake High School in Silver Spring to help administer the school program and provide strong educational leadership. You will work with staff to create a climate conducive to learning and support planning and program coordination.

The role requires a Masters in supervision/educational administration, 5 years teaching experience (at least 1 in MCPS), and 3 years of school-based leadership.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in supervision, educational administration, secondary school curriculum, or related field.
• Five years teaching experience; at least one year in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership experience (assistant principal or central services).
• Maryland Administrator I certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering and supervising the total school program under the principal.
• Provide educational leadership for students and staff.
• Help establish a climate conducive to learning and coordinate programs.
• Participate in planning, change leadership, and decision making.

Skills

Oral and written communication

People management

Educational leadership

MCPS policies knowledge

Education

Masters in supervision/educational admin

5 years teaching experience

3 years leadership experience

Maryland Administrator I certification

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Principal, James Hubert Blake High School (26006XP)

Job Description

Assistant Principal, James Hubert Blake High School

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:
Under direction of the principal, assists with administering and supervising the total school program and providing educational leadership for students and staff members consistent with the educational goals of the community. Functions include establishing a climate conducive to learning, planning, and coordinating programs, affecting change, and decision making.Physical Demands:NoneSpecial Requirements:Attendance at evening and weekend student activities, Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meetings, and other functions as required.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) policies and procedures, the MCPS high school curriculum, and state and federal regulations and laws. Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and pupil services. Ability to motivate, encourage, and work with staff to ensure outstanding performance as well as good morale. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent human relations skills.
Education Training Experience:
Masters degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in supervision, educational administration, secondary school curriculum, or a closely related field. Five years of successful teaching experience; at least one of those years must be in MCPS. Three years of school-based leadership experience, assistant school administrator, or central services administrator/central services instructional specialist; resume must provide evidence. Successful completion of Observation and Analysis of Teaching I preferred. Successful completion of Observation and Analysis of Teaching II either prior to or during the first year of assignment. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Meets Maryland certification requirements for Administrator I or secondary or special education principal and supervisor.

Job

Job Grade : N

Organization

James Hubert Blake High School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time |

Working Months : 12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Oct 13, 2026, 2:08:40 AM - Oct 20, 2026, 3:59:00 AM