Next Level Teacher Leaders (2026-2027)

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

October 27, 2026

POSITION: Next Level Teacher Leaders Application (2026-2027)

LOCATION: TBD

JOB SUMMARY: LEAD FROM WHERE YOU ARE!  The Next Level Leadership Academy is an extended professional learning experience designed to prepare the next generation of teacher leaders. Developed by Calvert County Public Schools to meet the unique needs of aspiring teacher leaders, the Academy builds participants’ confidence, strengthens communication skills, and develops practical leadership tools that expand their impact within their school communities and prepare them for future leadership opportunities, such as Career Ladder Level 4 positions. Participants will learn together as a community of practice while engaging in relevant, hands-on leadership experiences. A high-level overview of the content is addressed below.

• Explore your leadership identity, strengths, core values, and influence. 

• Build emotional intelligence and communication skills for difficult conversations. 

• Practice concise, clear, and action-oriented communication using Smart Brevity principles. 

• Lead collaborative teams through PLC facilitation, coaching, consensus building, and evidence-based decision-making. 

• Strengthen instructional leadership through walkthrough look-fors, Tier 1 and MTSS connections, and non-evaluative coaching. 

• Prepare a leadership portfolio and develop interview-ready examples that demonstrate impact, collaboration, reflection, and growth. 

REPORTS TO: N/A

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Current teacher in Calvert County Public School
• Have completed one year of successful teacher in one or more early childhood, elementary, middle, or high school
• National Board Certification preferred
• Commit to the entire academy (5 evening sessions, hands-on learning, leadership practice, and culminating experience)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

OTHER DUTIES:  N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: N/A

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:  None

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  N/A

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

EVALUATION:   N/A

EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION: 2026-2027 School Year

APPLICATION PROCEURE: Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us 

Application Elements: 

• Submit a current resume highlighting leadership experiences,
• A letter of interest describing why you want to participate, what you hope to gain, and your immediate career goal, and
• Commit to the entire academy (5 evening sessions, hands-on learning, leadership practice, and culminating experience)

The above application elements must be completed by November 25, 2026 

House Bill 486 – Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement

Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention all applicants are required to report all former employers in which you may have had direct contact with minors. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations in which you have volunteered, coached, mentor, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.

Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current student, or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national original, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources
  443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment. Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to: Ms. Cecelia Lewis, Director of Student Services, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to: Mr. Zachary Seawell, Director of Human Resources, Calvert County Public Schools, 1305 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at:  https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.