Middle School Principal Pool

POSITION:MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
LOCATION:DISTRICT WIDE
SALARY:UNIT II SALARY SCHEDULE
This posting is to create a pool of qualified applicants from which to choose for any openings that may occur within the system in the upcoming school year.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION: The Middle School Principal provides administrative and instructional leadership, in all phases of the operation of the school, as the agent of the Board of Education, in accordance with the policies, regulations and procedures set forth by the Board of Education.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold, or eligible for a Maryland State Department of Education Certificate as a principal or Administrator II
• Have a least five (5) years of successful teaching experience
• Have the ability to organize, delegate, and supervise
• Have a good command of oral and written communication skills
• Have the ability to effectively manage people and resources
• Have a personality to relate well to individuals and to groups
• Have a high degree of adaptability to a great many different conditions
• Must have regular on-time attendance
• Must be capable of performing the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides the educational and administrative leadership in the operation of his/her school
• Assists the superintendent of schools in establishing good staff, community, and public relations
• Carries out policy of the Board of Education as interpreted by the superintendent of schools
• Develops a good philosophy in cooperation with his/her faculty
• Assigns specific areas of responsibility to members of his/her staff
• Prepares master schedules for student classes and teacher assignments
• Assists and coordinates the work of the visiting teacher and other workers who come into his/her school
• Schedules assemblies, school activities, etc.
• Coordinates transportation of students
• Provides overall responsibility for school finance
• Assists in curriculum development and revision
• Responsible for the proper maintenance and care of the school and grounds
• Knows Maryland school law and legal requirements of Maryland schools
• Is present, or represented, at all after-school activities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (continued)

• Interprets the school program, participates in civic affairs, and cooperates with community groups in public relations aspects
• Prepares administrative notices and bulletins
• Makes annual reports as required
• Orients student teachers
• Plans for and assists with the professional development of members of the staff
• Plans and supervises in-service activities
• Responsible for maintaining and updating all school records and reports
• Responsible for office procedures
• Responsible for discipline, suspends students from school
• Performs any other duties assigned by the superintendent of schools

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous knowledge of and experience with the MSDE testing and accountability programs.
• Knowledge of and experience with employee negotiations.
• Knowledge of Maryland School Law.
• Experience with accounting and/or school finance.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge

PROCEDURES FOR FILING APPLICATIONS:
Applications must be submitted using the ACPS web based application system. Current employees must create an internal account by following the directions listed on the ACPS website located at http://acpsmd.org and navigating to the Job Opportunities tab which will lead to the link to create an account and apply.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to Mrs. Kim Kalbaugh, Chief Academic Officer, at 301-759-2053.
In accordance with state law, anyone hired who will have contact with our school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation.
The Board of Education of Allegany County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion or disability in matters affecting employment or the provision of service, programs or activities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER