Assistant Principal Pool ($92,326+)

Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for potential Assistant Principal openings that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year at all levels.  The successful candidate will demonstrate principled leadership and decision making while assuming this leadership role.

DUTIES:        

• Assumes a leadership role in the school that reflects the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders.
• Demonstrates principled leadership and decision making.
• Assists the principal in the overall leadership and management of the school.
• Serves as the designee in the absence of the principal.
• Coordinates and/or assists in the scheduling of classes and extra-curricular activities.
• Assists in maintaining discipline throughout the student body and deals with special cases as necessary.
• Encourages students to make appropriate decisions in a proactive manner.
• Assists the principal with the development and implementation of the annual budget.
• Observes and evaluates staff in conjunction with members of the appraisal team.
• Assists the principal in implementing and monitoring the curriculum.
• Coordinates supplies, textbooks, and equipment, conducting inventories, maintaining records, and checking on receipts for such materials.
• Cooperates in the conducting of safety inspections and proactive safety drill activities.
• Monitors students in various settings and supervises after school activities.
• Coordinates and/or assists with transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and school facilities care and maintenance.
• Serves with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
• Performs such record-keeping and follow-up functions as the principal may direct.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eligible for and hold, prior to appointment, the Maryland State Department of Education certification for Administrator I.
• Minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience.
• Prior school-based administrative leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of school administration and staff supervision.
• Familiarity with the outcomes and indicators of the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders.
• Familiarity with the outcomes and indicators of The Every Student Succeeds Act, The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, and other federal and state initiatives.
• Knowledge of instructional planning, development, and implementation.
• Knowledge of best practices in reading, mathematics and other content areas.
• Knowledge of the physical, emotional and social developmental aspects of students - including special needs students.
• Skill in time management, personal organization, and administrative processes.
• Skill in the development of effective work teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and their families.
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, and their families.
• Skill in data analysis, including instructional and behavioral issues.

SALARY:  Salary based on the Negotiated Agreement Between The Board of Education of Dorchester County and The Dorchester County Administrators’ and Supervisors’ Association, A-S II salary scale.  The current minimum salary for school year 2026 - 2027 is: $92,326.  High School Assistant Principals receive an add-on of $2,750.00 to their base salary. Middle School Assistant Principals receive an add-on of $1,500.00 to their base salary.  Elementary School Assistant Principals receive an add-on of at least $500.00 to their base salary. Elementary School Assistant Principals with Title I receive an add-on of at least $1,300.00 to their base salary. This is a twelve (12) month, full-time benefited position. 

 *The base salary is subject to change.