Working in Baltimore County

Our students will only succeed if their teachers do – so we work hard to provide every teacher with outstanding systemwide and school-based instructional support.

Prior to the beginning of school, all teachers new to Baltimore County Public Schools participate in training sessions that introduce the expectations for students and teachers as outlined in the Blueprint for Progress, our school system’s innovative framework for success.

Once in the classroom, teacher mentor/trainers provide new teachers with intensive, daily, onsite assistance in effective instruction, assessment, communication and classroom management.

Onsite resource teachers in specialized areas – such as science and gifted and talented education – are also available to help grade level teams, departments and individual teachers.

To support teachers in continuing their growth, Maryland requires that all professionally certificated educators create and fulfill individualized development plans. In partnership with local universities and colleges, Baltimore County Public Schools assists teachers in identifying and pursuing meaningful professional development opportunities.

With more than 160 schools, our large school system is an ideal place to grow your career. Initiatives like the Aspiring Leader Program help prepare interested teachers for movement into rewarding administrative opportunities. In addition, new and current administrators, continue to grow professionally through the annual Principals Academy.