FY27: Assistant Principal, Herbert Hoover Middle School, Potomac

Montgomery County Public Schools; Potomac (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for Herbert Hoover Middle School in Potomac. This full-time role supports administering the school program and providing educational leadership for students and staff.

Expect involvement in evenings and PTA events as required. The candidate will bring a master's degree in supervision or administration, multiple years of teaching and school leadership experience, and appropriate Maryland Administrator credentials to drive a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in supervision, educational administration, secondary or elementary school curriculum or closely related field.
• Five years of successful teaching experience; at least one year in MCPS.
• Three years of school-based leadership experience (assistant principal or central services instructional specialist).
• Certification/License: Maryland Administrator I or principal/supervisor credential.

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 programs.
• Engage in decision making and change management.
• Attend required evening/weekend activities and PTA meetings.

Skills

MCPS policies

Middle school curriculum

Regulations & laws

Curriculum & instruction

School operations

Pupil services

Motivation & morale

Oral & written communication

Human relations

Education

Master's degree in supervision/educational administration/curriculum

5 years teaching experience

3 years school-based leadership experience

Administrator I or higher certification/license

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

Herbert Hoover Middle School

Primary Location

Potomac

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

12

Shift

Day Job

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.