FY27: Principal, Captian E. Daly Elementary School

Montgomery County Public Schools; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 143,191 - 203,839; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Germantown, MD seeks a Principal for Captian E. Daly Elementary School (FY27, 260050R).

The role involves administering and supervising the total school program and providing educational leadership to students and staff. Requires a Master's degree in supervision/educational administration with elementary curriculum, Doctorate preferred, and at least 5 years in teaching or administration, including experience as an assistant principal.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in supervision, educational administration, and elementary school curriculum required.
• Doctorate desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years in teaching, administration, or supervision, with at least 3 years in elementary/early childhood settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the total school program and provide educational leadership for students and staff.
• Coordinate planning, program implementation, and decision-making to improve student outcomes.

Skills

Staff leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Staff development

Motivation & morale

Education

Master's degree in supervision/educational administration

Doctorate desirable

Job description

Principal, Captian E. Daly Elementary School (FY27, 260050R)

Job Specific Information

Job Specific Information: The wage range for this position is between $143,191 and $203,839.

Summary Description

Under direction, is responsible for administering and supervising the total school program and providing educational leadership for the students and staff members consistent with the educational goals of the community. Functions of positions in the classification vary and include establishing a climate conducive to learning, defining roles, planning and coordinating programs, effecting change, and decision-making. While the principal is responsible for the total school program, many of the duties listed below may be delegated to assistants for implementation.

Physical Demands: None. Special Requirements: Work beyond a 40-hour week and attendance at evening and weekend meetings, as required. Ability to respond to school requirements at any time.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) policies and procedures, the Call to Action Plan, the Program of Studies, and state and federal regulations and laws.
• Thorough knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and pupil services.
• Demonstrated competence in staff selection, training, supervision and evaluation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to act effectively under stress.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and work with staff to ensure outstanding performance as well as good morale.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Education, Training and Experience

• Master^s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in supervision, educational administration and elementary school curriculum.
• Doctorate desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years in teaching, administration or supervision of which at least 3 years must have been teaching in an elementary or early childhood classroom.
• Completion of administrative internship program is preferrable.
• Experience as an assistant principal required.
• 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:Meet Maryland certification requirements for Administrator II.