Assistant Principal, Pine Crest Elementary School, 1.0 FTE

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 128,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks an Assistant Principal / Assistant School Administrator for Pine Crest Elementary School in Silver Spring. You will assist with administering and supervising the total school program and provide educational leadership for students and staff in alignment with MCPS goals.

The role requires a Masters in supervision or educational administration, five years of teaching (at least one in MCPS), and three years of leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in supervision, educational administration, elementary curriculum or closely related field.
• Five years of successful teaching experience, at least one in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership experience or central services leadership.
• Maryland Administrator I or elementary/special education principal certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering and supervising the total school program.
• Provide educational leadership for students and staff.
• Contribute to planning, program development, and decision making.
• Attend evening and weekend student activities and PTA meetings as required.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Staff motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in supervision/educational administration or related field

Maryland Administrator I certification

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: None Special Requirements: Attendance at evening and weekend student activities, Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meetings, and other functions, as required.

Job Specific Information

The wage range for this position is between $127,566 and $181,559.

Job

Assistant Principal / Assistant School Administrator

Organization

Pine Crest Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 25, 2026, 9:35:23 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Thorough knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) policies and procedures, the MCPS elementary 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, elementary 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 elementary or special education principal and supervisor.