FY27: Assistant Principal, Cabin John Middle School

Montgomery County Public Schools; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabin John Middle School in Potomac, MD, seeks an Assistant Principal / Assistant School Administrator to help administer the total school program and provide educational leadership under the principal.

The role requires strong knowledge of MCPS policies, curriculum, and regulations; experience in school leadership; ability to motivate staff and communicate effectively; attendance at after-hours events as required.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in supervision, educational administration, or related field.
• Five years of successful teaching experience; at least one in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership experience, assistant school administrator, or central services administrator.
• Certificate: Maryland Administrator I or principal/supervisor credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering and supervising the total school program.
• Provide educational leadership for students and staff.
• Establish a climate conducive to learning and plan school programs.
• Attend evening and weekend PTA meetings and other required functions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff motivation

Policy knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Educational Administration

Maryland Administrator I Certification

Five years teaching experience

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

Assistant Principal / Assistant School Administrator

Organization

Cabin John Middle School

Primary Location

Potomac

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Oct 7, 2026, 1:07:57 PM

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.