BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL

JOB TITLE : Principal (Elementary, Middle or High Schools)-Posted to Create an Eligibility Candidate Pool

How To Apply - Please read carefully as some components have changed.

The ASC for Principals and Assistant Principals will remain virtual. The virtual Assessment Skills Center will include and require the following:
Step 1 must be completed on the BCPS Frontline Education Website .

Step 1:
• Applicant will submit a complete application on Frontline.
• Applicant will submit proof of Admin I (AP applicants) Admin I & II (Principal applicants).
• Applicant will submit current resume.
• Applicant will identify a reference. For school-based applicants, the reference must be the applicant's current principal. If the applicant's current principal is new to the applicant, the applicant should also request a reference from their former principal.

Once the Frontline application is fully submitted, the reference(s) will receive a PSEL Reference Form electronically for completion.

Step 2:
• Reference(s) will submit the electronic PSEL Reference Form.

Once an acceptable PSEL Reference Form is submitted, applicants will receive a PSEL Action & Impact Statement.

Step 3:
•Applicant will submit a current PSEL Action & Impact Statement.

Step 4:
•A structured interview will be conducted with the applicant.

The practice of an effective school-based leader are outlined in The Maryland Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) Rubric .

School based candidates: A reference from your current principal is required.

Central office candidates: A reference from your current supervisor is required.

REPORTS TO : Executive Director, School Support & Achievement

DEFINITION : Serves as the instructional and administrative leader of a school. Plans, implements, directs, and evaluates the school's programs and activities. Supervises professional and support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

• Assumes responsibility for defining the school's mission and communicating goals and expectations of the total school program.
• Provides instructional leadership for the implementation of the curriculum of the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Coordinates the instructional program of the school in conjunction with the appropriate school and central office staff.
• Supervises the instructional program of the school.
• Leads and directs the process of continuous school improvement.
• Develops a school improvement plan that supports the Indicators of Progress.
• Monitors and assesses student achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
• Supervises and evaluates the effectiveness of all school personnel.
• Assesses the need for staff development for all school personnel and plans appropriate activities. Provides a program designed for school-community coordination and keeps open lines of communication between the community and the Board of Education.
• Directs the business functions of the school, such as budget preparation, accounting, and expenditure authorization.
• Works directly with students in developing positive student leadership through school and community activities.
• Interprets and implements the policies of the Board of Education and local school to the community served through continuous flow of communications, such as newsletters, public talks before community groups, and communications to students and parent associations.
• Engages in professional activities which contribute to leadership development.
• Administers and coordinates school discipline. Communicates effectively with students, staff, administrative and supervisory personnel, parents, and community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training and Experience :

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a master's degree, with appropriate course work in leadership, pedagogy, and supervision, plus three years of outstanding teaching and one or more years' experience as an assistant principal.

Licenses and Certificates :

• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator II endorsement is required.
• A comparable out-of-state leadership or school building leadership certification transferrable to Maryland will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public education administration.
• Knowledge, skill, and successful experience with the school improvement process.
• Knowledge, skill, and successful experience in the use and analysis of school performance data.
• Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
• Possession of technology competency (e.g., database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications); skill and experience in data analysis and application.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently travel among the school environment/campus; occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; frequently
attend evening meetings and weekend activities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires attendance at evening meetings and weekend activities as required.
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors. BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at https://coronavirusvaccineoutreach-bc-gis.hub.arcgis.com/ . Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at https://www.bcps.org/covid19

To view more information about the benefits we offer, please click here: http://www.bcps.org/offices/benefits/pdf/Enrollment-Guide.pdf

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

SALARY (Effective July 1, 2022)

Elementary School Principals - $116,000-$168,994
Middle School Principal - $122,959-$179,127
High School Principal - $130,336-$189,874

Baltimore County Public Schools provides top of class benefits to its employees including assistant principals. Benefits include

• Twenty (20) vacation days, twelve (12) sick days per year, and five (5) personal leave days per year
• Medical plans 80% to 85% paid by employer for individuals and families
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent childcare
• Wellness programs
• $15,000 of Basic Term Life Insurance and Optional Term Life Insurance up to 10x salary
• 403(b) / 457(b) Plans
• Tuition reimbursement for coursework and degrees
• Membership in the Maryland State Teachers' Retirement System

To view more information about the benefits we offer, please click here: http://www.bcps.org/offices/benefits/pdf/Enrollment-Guide.pdf

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• A completed PSEL Action & Impact Form must be completed. This form will be sent to you through Frontline once a current supervisor reference has been received and reviewed by Human Resources.
• Administrator reference must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of administrator reference include current principal, supervisor, or manager. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Principal ASC - Fall Sessions
ASC Interview Date Application Deadline
Thursday, October 27, 2022 Friday, October 21, 2022
Monday, November 28, 2022 Friday, November 18, 2022
Monday, December 12, 2022 Friday, December 2, 2022

Principal ASC - Spring Sessions
ASC Interview Date Application Deadline
Thursday, January 12, 2023 Friday, January 6, 2023
Thursday, January 26, 2023 Friday, January 20, 2023
Friday, February 10, 2023 Friday, February 3, 2023
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 Friday, February 10, 2023
Tuesday, March 7, 2023 Friday, February 24, 2023
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 Friday, March 3, 2023
Monday, March 27, 2023 Friday, March 17, 2023

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $106. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information

Homer McCall,II
Director of Staffing
(CASE, TABCO, & Non-Represented)
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7874
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: hmccall@bcps.org