FY27: Assistant Principal, Forest Knolls Elementary School

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

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools (Forest Knolls Elementary School, Silver Spring) seeks an Assistant Principal/Assistant School Administrator to provide educational leadership, supervise the school program, and collaborate with staff to foster a positive learning climate.

Requirements include a Master’s in supervision/administration, five years of teaching, and three years of leadership, plus MCPS certification. Travel and flexible hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with emphasis in supervision, educational administration, elementary curriculum, or related field.
• Five years of successful teaching experience; at least one year in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership or similar central services experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering and supervising the total school program.
• Provide educational leadership for students and staff consistent with community goals.
• Establish a climate conducive to learning and coordinate programs.
• Plan, coordinate, affect change, and participate in decision making.
• Attend evening and weekend activities and PTA meetings as required.

Skills

MCPS policies & procedures

Curriculum understanding

Instructional leadership

Staff motivation & morale

Oral & written communication

Human relations skills

Education

Master's in supervision/educational administration

Five years teaching experience

Three years leadership experience

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

Forest Knolls Elementary School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026, 8:23:22 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.