Assistant Principal, White Oak Middle School

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 for White Oak Middle School in Silver Spring. You will assist the principal in administering the school program and providing educational leadership for students and staff, fostering a climate conducive to learning.

Required are a Master’s degree in supervision/administration, five years of teaching with MCPS experience, and three years of leadership; MD Administrator I certification is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in supervision, educational administration, or related field.
• Five years of successful teaching experience; at least one year in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership experience or equivalent.
• Meets Maryland certification requirements for Administrator I or principal/supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering and supervising the total school program.
• Provide educational leadership for students and staff in alignment with community goals.
• Foster a climate conducive to learning and drive program planning and change.

Skills

Policy knowledge

Communication skills

Motivation & morale

Leadership & team-building

Education

Master's degree in supervision/educational administration

5 years teaching experience

3 years of school-based leadership

Maryland Administrator I certification

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Principal, White Oak Middle School (26005VK)

Job Description

Assistant Principal, White Oak Middle School

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

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 MCPS policies and procedures, the MCPS middle 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 or 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. 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, secondary, or special education principal and supervisor.

Job

Job Grade : N

Organization

White Oak Middle School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months : 12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026, 4:00:00 AM - Aug 26, 2026, 3:59:00 AM