The posting
Job Description
Serves as a coach and leader for teachers as they implement instruction. Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes using multiple data sources. Acts as a liaison between the school building and curriculum office(s). Develops and provides relevant professional development. Performs other duties as assigned.
Department Chair positions and candidates are selected and renewed on a year-to-year basis.
Responsibilities
Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives.
Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.
Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
Department Chair Duties:
Serves as an instructional leader in implementing, coordinating, and overseeing curriculum. Serves as a liaison between the school building and curriculum office(s).
Serves as a coach for teachers as they implement instruction. Provides leadership in preparation for Maryland state testing programs.
Build trusting relationships with teachers to allow for engaging conversation, reflection, and inquiry around teaching practices while recognizing that listening and learning are the keys to developing a successful coaching relationship.
Acts as a content and pedagogical expert in the observation process and/or works collaboratively with the content expert or curriculum office(s) to provide support.
Assists teachers in analyzing multiple sources of student data and designing differentiated instructional programs to meet the needs of all students.
Oversees and ensures that appropriate documentation is accurately maintained in compliance with guidelines for the content area(s).
Serves as a change agent who promotes and fosters a professional learning culture grounded in adult learning theory and research based instructional strategies. Assists to determine, develop, and provide relevant professional development.
Collaborates to ensure that work is aligned to the School Progress Plan and the Superintendent’s priority areas.
Works with the department budget and facilitates requests for needed supplies. Manages and maintains inventory to ensure materials are available for instruction.
Attends ongoing content and leadership training, which may be held after school hours. Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years’ teaching experience ) to include specialized areas such as guidance, speech pathologist, psychologist, PPW, etc.).
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
OR
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment.
Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment. Knowledge of current issues and trends in content area. Skill in instructing students. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others. Coursework and/or experience which supports knowledge of curriculum development and supervision. Demonstrated expertise in appropriate content area. Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to implement and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
GRADE:
10 - Month Pay Scale - Valid until January 2026 - 10 - Month Pay Scale - Effective January 1, 2026
SALARY: $60,600 - $120,717 (Valid Until 12/31/2025)
$61,026 - $120,717 (Effective 1/1/2026)
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 - www.bcps.org/operations/fiscalservices/payroll
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
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 Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).
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 applicant’s 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 https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
Pre-Employment 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:
Wendy Gigler
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
443-809-6009
