Assistant Principal - Ridgeway Elementary

Ridgeway Elementary; Severn (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Elementary in Severn, Maryland seeks an experienced Assistant Principal to support the principal in implementing instructional programs and managing school resources. The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with staff, students, families, and the community.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Education and Maryland leadership licensure eligibility, with a track record of improving student achievement and maintaining a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with all school stakeholders.
• Ability to recruit and retain a diverse and capable staff.
• Ability to lead a school toward high expectations for all students.

Responsibilities

• Acts on behalf of the principal in the principal's absence.
• Assist in defining the school’s mission and communicating goals.
• Ensure compliance with Board policies and procedures.
• Monitor and improve student achievement using data sources.
• Supervise and evaluate school-based personnel.
• Support SIP planning to align instruction and resources.

Skills

Communication

Staff recruitment

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Principal - Ridgeway Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915046

Application Deadline: Sep 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title Code:

Assistant Principal

To apply for this position you must currently hold the title with Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) OR have successfully completed the AACPS Human Resources Interview Panel Process.

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

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• 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

Employee must retain active licenses, certificates, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• 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

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/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

• 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

Unit: II

Days Worked: 260

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Grade: LG1ES;LG1HS;LG1MS

Months Worked: 12

Hours Worked: 8

Job Family: School Based Administrators

Sub-Function: School-based Administrators

Position Type: 1.00 FTE

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]