Principal (Elementary, Middle And High School) - To Create An Eligibility Candidate Pool

Position Type:

LEAD - SCHOOL-BASED LEADER/PRINCIPAL (C29200)

Date Posted:

9/29/2023

Location:

DISTRICT WIDE (000000)

Closing Date:

07/15/2024

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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 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 & II.

• Applicant will submit current resume.

• Applicant will identify a reference. For school-based applicants, the reference must be the applicant's current supervisor. If the applicant's current supervisor is new to the applicant, the applicant should also request a reference from their former supervisor.

• Applicants are only eligible to apply/interview for Principal or Assistant Principal (you cannot apply/interview for both).

Step 2

• A structured interview will be conducted with the applicant.

Logistics of Interview

• 30 Minute Virtual Interview via Microsoft Teams

• Part I: 5-7 minutes- Performance Task

• Part II: 20 minutes- Scenario-Based Interview Questions

• Interview is conducted by a panel.

• Camera will be on for both candidate and panelists.

• The presentation format is the candidate's choice.

• Interviews cannot be recorded.

Part I: Performance Task

• Prepare a 5-7-minute presentation on the following topic:

Highlight an aspect of your leadership where your work positively impacted data in instruction and/or equity. Address how this would speak to your work as a Principal.

• Provide a direct connection to your work and the outcomes.

• Include what, why, how, and the outcomes of your work.

• The presentation will be evaluated based on evidence of:

• Communication skills

• Vision implementation

• Leadership implementation.

• Be prepared to share your screen, if applicable.

Part II: Interview

• Questions are aligned with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) and are scenario-based.

• Questions and responses will take approximately 20 minutes for 4 questions.

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.

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, 2023)

Elementary School Principal - $121,870 - $181,096

Middle School Principal - $129,181 - $191,955

High School Principal - $136,931 - $203,471

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

All interview dates/times are subject to change.

Interview dates have limited slots and are filled as applications are completed.

Once interview dates are full, we will move to the next date.

Once all dates are full, we will move forward with a wait list.

Candidates that do not move forward from a Fall interview, can reinterview in the Spring, but you cannot interview twice in the Spring.

Principal ASC - Fall Sessions

• Principal candidates do not get separated as elementary or secondary.

ASC Interview Date Application Deadline Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 Monday, November 20, 2023 Wednesday, November 15, 2023 Thursday, December 7, 2023 Thursday, November 30, 2023

Principal ASC - Spring Sessions:

ASC Interview Date Application Deadline Tuesday, January 23, 2024 Thursday, January 18, 2024 Thursday, February 8, 2024 Thursday, February 1, 2024 Thursday, February 29, 2024 Thursday, February 22, 2024 Wednesday, March 13, 2024 Thursday, March 7, 204 Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Monday, March 18, 2024

Several interview dates have been added for the month of April.

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.

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.

• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. 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 a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) 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.

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 $109. 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

Susan B. Stansbury

Director of Staffing

6901 Charles Street, E Building

Towson, Maryland 21204

Phone: 443-809-7874

Fax: 410-296-0568

Email: sstansbury@bcps.org