EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the A&S Professional Growth System for administrators and strategically supports clients on their caseload to identify and utilize available resources.

Assists in the development and implementation of an intensive program of intervention for principals, principal interns and administrators referred to Peer Assistance and Review who are in need of significant support and improvement.

Utilizes the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (A&S Professional Growth Standards) when providing written and verbal feedback to clients.

Provides mentoring and support for the following: new principals to MCPS, individuals newly promoted from within MCPS, principal interns and administrators. Observes and confers with each principal/administrator assigned to the caseload.

Prepares documents associated with observations, conferences, and summative reports.

Prepares and submits performance recommendations in collaboration with Directors of Learning, Achievement, and Administration/Associate Superintendents to the PAR Panel on the progress of principals/administrators assigned to the caseload.

Reviews the Director of Learning, Achievement, and Administration and the Associate Superintendent`s formal observations and evaluations to align supports and interventions appropriately and confers with the principal/administrator.

Works with assigned clients to broaden skills and deepen knowledge in collaboration and teamwork.

Assists assigned principals/administrators in the continuous improvement efforts for the school/system and in building professional learning communities that support the identified School Improvement Plan goals.

Coaches principals in analyzing national, state, and local assessments and accessing data management systems to interpret and inform instructional leadership through the synthesis and analysis of student performance data.

Models effective leadership skills and works cooperatively with the OHRD in developing and implementing professional development for principals/administrators.

Networks with resources outside of MCPS (such as universities or national associations) to provide support to principals/administrators.

Serves on various professional development and cross-functional teams.

Provides direction and coaching to assigned principals/administrators in assessing school/office and community needs in order to expand and improve community relations.

Demonstrates excellent communication skills in providing specific, concrete feedback in all performance standards in a timely manner to assigned principals/administrators.

Utilizes best practices in school/system leadership and is knowledgeable about the literature of leadership, change management and adult learning theory.

Understands and applies the six leadership standards that have been established for the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP/MCBOA) Professional Growth System (PGS).

Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.