School Principal

What is this job? 

The role of Principal is vital to the ongoing success of the Strawbridge School. The role of Principal works to ensure exemplary execution of running the school. The Principal is also accountable for academic instruction and progress in accordance with federal and state guidelines for general and special education. This includes leading, managing and developing teaching and learning throughout the school by developing of the knowledge and practice of all classroom staff. This role requires strong supervisory and planning abilities in order to maximize effectiveness and growth.

What is the Strawbridge School?

The Strawbridge School is a non-public school approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The program provides small, caring classroom settings guided by certified special education teachers.  
The school serves youth with emotional, behavioral, and/or intellectual challenges in a supportive and nurturing environment.   Our team addresses the unique educational needs of students who have been unable to thrive in a public-school setting. The Strawbridge School is one of several programs provided by the Board of Child Care, a national children and family-focused charity headquartered in Baltimore.

What is this company?  Everstand? 
Everstand is not a federal or state agency. It is an independent not-for-profit organization that serves over 1,000 children annually across 12 locations.  You would join about 800 teammates across DC, MD, PA, and WV that empower youth and their families to flourish within their community.

What does the benefits package look like? 
•    Paid sick and bereavement leave
•    Up to 3% annual match to retirement contributions
•    Health insurance is available via CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.  
•    Professional and career development includes tuition reimbursement program

What does this job do specifically?

• Serve as acting Director of Education in their absence, assuming all associated duties and responsibilities to ensure continuity of leadership, oversight of instructional programs, and compliance with educational policies and procedures.


• Recognizes external market’s expectations and works with the administrative team to meet and exceed these expectations.


• Audits incoming student transcripts and requests additional information from previous placements as needed.


• Prepares and maintains transcripts for all students and updates quarterly.


• Schedules all courses to be offered, along with creating individual student schedules, to meet graduation requirements.


• Reviews report cards quarterly for accuracy and completion.


• Completes and submits staff injury reports to Human Resources.


• Completes walk throughs on a regular basis to ensure effective teaching and behavioral management throughout the school setting.


• Updates the Policy and Procedure Handbook quarterly with administrative team.


• Works effectively with other personnel in the interdisciplinary setting to address students’ needs.

What experience and education do I need?

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university


• Certified by Maryland State Department of Education in Special Education


• Maintain a current MSDE certification in special education by fulfilling necessary course/credit requirements


• At least three years of successful teaching experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• At least three years of successful administration experience


• Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral difficulties


• Certificated by Maryland State Department of Education as a School Administrator

This job description is a general outline of the duties and requirements involved in this role. A full job description will be provided to candidates during the interview process.

Everstand is an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. All eligible candidates, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply for vacancies as appropriate. 

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