The Pre-Qualified Principal and/or Principal Intern application process has re-opened and will remain open through October 31, 2021. All application materials including references are due no later than the application deadline of October 31, 2021. Sitting or veteran MCPS principals may apply directly to principal vacancies. They DO NOT need to apply to the Pre-Qualified Principal List posting.
MCPS employees who are NOT current or veteran principals may apply to the Pre-qualified principal list, to become a Principal Intern, or BOTH. In all cases, the application process involves the following:
Be sure to include your current and prior supervisors’ names and cellphone numbers to facilitate our contact process. Be sure to include your current and prior supervisors’ names and cellphone numbers to facilitate contact with them.
If INTERNAL applicants successfully complete the application process, they will be entered on one of three lists; pre-qualified principal candidates, interns for Spring 2022, or BOTH.
If EXTERNAL applicants successfully complete the application process, they will be be placed on the list of pre-qualified principal candidates.
Pre-qualified principal candidates who are selected to interview for specific school principal vacancies will participate in a community panel interview, and selected finalists will then interview with the superintendent.
Important: Eligibility is valid for 3 years.
Note: Evidence to show the impact of the candidate's leadership in the above competencies must be referenced in the resume, interest letter, and reference.
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Mr. Jason McCoy, coordinator, OHRD, at 240-740-5773 or via e-mail at James_J_Mccoy@mcpsmd.org.