FY27: Principal, Kemp Mill Elementary School

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 143,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland seeks a FY27 Principal for Kemp Mill Elementary School to provide instructional leadership, administer the total school program, and foster a climate conducive to learning.

The role requires a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), at least five years in teaching/administration (three in elementary) with Maryland Administrator II certification.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of 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 ability to act under stress.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and work with staff to achieve outstanding performance and morale.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Under direction, administer and supervise the total school program and provide educational leadership.
• Establish a climate conducive to learning, define roles, plan and coordinate programs.
• Effect change and make decisions; duties may be delegated to assistants.
• Respond to school requirements at any time, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Staff development and evaluation

Curriculum and school operations

Policy knowledge

Change management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation of staff

Education

Master’s degree in supervision/educational administration/elementary curriculum

Doctorate desirable

5+ years in teaching/administration (3+ yrs elementary)

Administrative internship preferable

Assistant principal experience required

Maryland Administrator II certification

Job description

Job Description - FY27: Principal, Kemp Mill Elementary School (26005EU)

Job Description

FY27: Principal, Kemp Mill Elementary School

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

MCPS Official Job Description

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:NoneSpecial 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 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 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.