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Job Title

Principal

Location

Organization Name

Suitland Elementary School

Department Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

In Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), the principal upholds and drives our shared core values and epitomizes PGCPS pride. The Principal is responsible for operating the instructional program and providing educational leadership for the staff, students, and community. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader with the essential skills and experiences to have a lasting impact on Prince George's County Public Schools employees and students.

Brief Description

This is an ASASP Unit II Table F Grade 5

Grade 5 Salary Range: $123,495 - $186,802

CLOSING DATE: April 13, 2026

Detailed Description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Developing, articulating and implementing a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community;
• Providing instructional leadership for the alignment of curriculum, instruction and assessment through the purposeful observation and evaluation of teachers;
• Developing an approach to improve and maintain a positive culture for learning that capitalizes on multiple aspects of cultural diversity to meet the needs of all students and staff;
• Building professional learning communities to nurture and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to accelerated student achievement;
• Acting ethically and according to professional norms to promote each student's academic success and well-being;
• Ensuring efficient management of school operations and resources for a safe and effective learning environment in order to promote student's academic success and well-being;
• Collaborating with families and community members, maintaining a presence in the community to understand its strengths and needs, developing productive relationships, and engaging its resources for the school;
• Seeking and engaging in professional activities that foster leadership development; building the capacity of the Assistant Principal and other aspiring leaders;
• Fostering innovative thinkers who can help achieve the vision and mission of Prince George's County Public Schools;
• Demonstrating integrity, fairness, mutual respect, and high ethical standards; working cooperatively and interacting positively with students, staff and community exercising courtesy and discretion; serving as a role model for staff and students; and
• Complying with all Board of Education Policies, Administrative Procedures and operating procedures.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ability to create a team that works collaboratively and promotes high expectations for all students;
• Knowledge and experience implementing curriculum and school operations;
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations; and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Doctorate preferred; Master's degree in Supervision and Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or related field from an accredited college or university required; previous successful experience as a school-based administrator, (or other comparable leadership experience). Comparable leadership experience includes but is not limited to: school Dean, or Assistant Principal equivalent position; district or central office level Supervisor, Director or Manager.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Holds or is eligible for certification/licensure appropriate to area of assignment issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises all school-based staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.?Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.?Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception.? While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

None.

Additional Details

Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

How To Apply

To submit an application online select apply.

Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration. If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact Michelle Hicks at Michelle.Epps@pgcps.org.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

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