Assistant Principal (Elementary, Middle or High School) Posted to create an Candidate Pool

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

The ASC for Assistant Principals will be in person

BCPS Employee Development Center (formerly Loyola Graduate Center)

2034 Greenspring Drive

Timonium MD 21093

Assessment Skills Center will include and require the following:
Step 1 must be completed on theBCPS Careers website.

Step 1

• Applicant will submit a complete application through Oracle BCPS Careers
• Applicant will submit applicable proof of appropriate licensure/certification
• Applicant will submit current resume
• Applicant will identify a reference (references will be submitted through Frontline once you submit your application through Oracle you will receive directions to complete the reference portion of your application)
  • Internal Candidates: For school-based applicants 2 supervisory references are required. One reference must be the applicants current supervisor. If the applicants current supervisor is new to the applicant the applicant should also request a reference from their former supervisor.
  • External Candidates: Must submit one supervisory reference to be eligible for candidate pool consideration. You will need to submit a current supervisor reference prior to being appointed.

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

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

Step 2A - External Assistant Principal Candidates with 3 years or more principal experience

• Completion of step 1

Step 2B - Internal & External Assistant Principal Candidates with none or less than 3 years principal experience

• A structured interview will be conducted with the applicant.

Logistics of Interview

• Part I: 5-7 minutes- Performance Task
• Part II: 20 minutes- Scenario-Based Interview Questions
• Interview is conducted by a panel.
• The presentation format is the candidates choice.

Part I: Performance Task

• Prepare a 57-minute presentation on the following topic:
  • 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.

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 an Assistant Principal.

Part II: Interview

• Questions are aligned with theProfessional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL) and are scenario-based.
• Questions and responses will take approximately 20 minutes for 4-6 questions.

REPORTS TO: Principal


DEFINITION: Provides support and assistance to the school principal. Assists in planning implementing directing and evaluating school programs and activities. Supervises professional and support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Assists the principal in defining the schools mission and communicating goals and expectations of the total school program.
• Provides instructional leadership in concert with the principal for the implementation of the curriculum of the Baltimore County Public Schools.
• Assists in coordinating the instructional program of the school in conjunction with the appropriate school and central office staff.
• Assists the principal in supervising the instructional program of the school.
• Assists the principal in leading the process of continuous school improvement.
• Monitors and assesses student achievement and participation outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
• Assists the principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of all school personnel.
• Assists in creating a productive work climate by gaining the cooperation of staff and students.
• Administers and coordinates school discipline and maintains necessary discipline records. Serves as liaison in coordinating supportive services and other social agencies to help meet student and family needs.
• Coordinates and supervises student activities. Writes reports relative to conferences suspensions court reports etc.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining attendance procedures.
• Engages in professional activities that contribute to leadership development.
• Assists in determining and implementing school organization student placement and evaluation and services and programs that provide for the needs of children.
• Provides for changes in schedules and programs to meet the needs of individual students.
• Communicates effectively with students staff administrative and supervisory personnel parents and the community.
• Assists the principal with the responsibility for the business management functions of the local school finances.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Training and Experience:

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a masters degree with appropriate course work in leadership pedagogy and supervision plus four years of outstanding teaching experience.
• Completion of the Aspiring Leader modules of Baltimore County Public Schools Leadership Development Program is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate with an Administrator I or Supervisors of Instruction Assistant Principals and Principal endorsement.

OR

• Possession of or eligibility for a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional License and Administrator I or Supervisors of Instruction Assistant Principals and Principal.

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 properly maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is performed in a school environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires attendance at evening meetings and weekend activities as required.

To view more information about the benefits we offer please click here: 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.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales other compensation and leave accruals at:

Office of Payroll - Baltimore County Public Schools- July 1 2025 Effective January 1 2026)

Elementary School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators Grade 10) $103385 - $156650 effective January 1 2026 $106228 - $160958)

Middle School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators Grade 11) $109573 - $166028 effective January 1 2026 $112586 - $170594)

High School Assistant Principal (CASE School-Based Administrators Grade 12) $116133 - $175967 effective January 1 2026 $119327 - $180806)

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
• $15000 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: 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.

Assistant Principal ASC - Fall Sessions

When selecting an interview date make sure you review the schedule carefully as sessions are separated as Elementary or Secondary Interview.

Candidates that successfully move to the AP Candidate Pool can interview for elementary middle or high school once in the Candidate Pool.

Assistant Principal ASC - Spring Sessions to be posted late January 2026:

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 activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.Inquiries regarding the Boards 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 ).

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). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.

• 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.

• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.

• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.

Proof of Licenses Certifications and Education:

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.

• Failure to submit proof of Licenses Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses certifications and/or education must be submitted with your application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency:

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at Requirements:

  • All people 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.

  • 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 will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.

  • Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.

  • All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.

  • Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

  Contact Information

  Susan Stansbury Director Staffing & Licensure