PRINCIPAL

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental education institution in Maryland is seeking a Principal responsible for leading instructional and administrative efforts at a correctional school. The role includes managing curriculum, overseeing staff development, and ensuring a positive educational environment. Applicants must possess the necessary Maryland certifications and experience in classroom instruction. Competitive benefits are included.

Benefits

State of Maryland Benefits

Qualifications

• Current Maryland Administrator II and/or Principal Certification is mandatory.
• Experience providing classroom instruction to students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote curriculum development and school improvement.
• Organize daily operations and manage resources effectively.
• Analyze school data to support performance outcomes.

Skills

Instructional Leadership

Program Management

Data Management

Special Education Coordination

Effective Communication

Education

Maryland Administrator II Certification

Principal Certification

Job description

Overview

GRADE PRNC 0002

LOCATION OF POSITION Roxbury Correctional Institution (RCI)
18701 Roxbury Road, Hagerstown, MD 21746

Main Purpose of Job

The Principal is responsible for serving as the instructional and administrative leader of the school and assumes the major role in directing and evaluating the school's programs and activities. The Principal is responsible for establishing a climate which is responsive to the needs of students, staff, and the MD Department of Labor.

Position Duties

This position duties consist of but not limited to the following:

• Instructional Leadership: Promote the development, implementation and assessment of the curriculum. Create an effective school improvement plan. Promote the professional growth of staff.
• Program Management: Organize and manage the daily operation of the school. Use personnel and resources to maximize program. Promote a positive school climate.
• Data Management: Collect, analyze and disseminate accurate school data to support established performance outcomes.
• Special Education: Chair IEP meetings. Monitor the delivery of special education instruction and services. Monitor special education record keeping. Coordinate special education services with DLLR and DPSCS to ensure a legally sufficient special education program.
• Ancillary Programs: Develop, organize and monitor programming that supplements the school program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of appropriate educational credentials as determined by the Maryland State Board of Education.

Experience: Experience providing classroom instruction to students.

Note: Information on requirements for certification and procedures for application may be obtained from the Maryland State Board of Education, Division of Certification and Accreditation, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201-2595.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Supervisory experience and the credentials;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration;
• Knowledge of academic curriculum planning, development, and implementation;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of effective middle, secondary, and GED programs, as well as occupational, library and transition service.

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

Applicants must possess a current Maryland Administrator II and/or Principal Certification.

A copy of your current Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certificate must be submitted with application.

Special Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration; knowledge of academic curriculum planning, development, and implementation; knowledge of principles and practices of effective middle, secondary, and GED programs, as well as occupational, library and transition services; skill in the development of effective work teams; ability to communicate effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employees in this classification are subject to Substance Abuse Testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. All potential applicants shall be screened for security purposes prior to being offered a position. This screening is a routine procedure for all employees required to work in State Correctional Institutions and shall consist of fingerprinting, credit check and background investigation by the Maryland State Police. Proof of eligibility to work in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act is required. MD Dept of Labor Correctional Education Program operates in Maryland state correctional facilities in partnership with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS). As an employee of this Program, you must strictly adhere to the DPSCS’s Standards of Conduct and Internal Administrative Disciplinary Process. Any violation of those standards may subject you to DPSCS disciplinary measures, including the barring of your entry from State correctional facilities. Should this occur, MD Dept of Labor may then remove you from your position and, if there are no comparable positions available for which you are qualified and from which you have not been barred, your employment may be terminated.

Selection Process

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application (and on separate pages, if necessary) to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

Benefits

State of Maryland Benefits

Further Instructions

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, or have difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk at [phone] (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, weekdays). After hours, email [e-mail]. If you have difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Brittany Small or email [e-mail]. Please include your name, identification number (Easy ID) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment. Do not fax or email unsolicited documentation. Completed applications, required documentation, and any addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor
Attn: Brittany Small 25-005890-0001
100 S. Charles Street, 5th floor
Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online. Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.