Recruitment Office

10 Reasons to Join PGCPS

1. Enhanced Teacher Pay Scale
   • PGCEA Salary Pay Tables
2. Increased Classroom Planning Time
   • Teachers across all grade levels benefit from additional classroom planing time along with a one-time $100 Supply Stipend
3. National Board Certification Stipends
   • In an effort to retain and attract National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs), PGCPS is offering salary incentives for NBCTs from $10,000 to $13,000, and from $7,000 to $9,000 for NBCTs in state-identified lower-performing schools, thus providing a total of $22,000 for NBCTs who teacher in state-identified lower performing schools.
4. Targeted Mentor Support
   
   • New PGCPS Teachers will receive systemic and in-house targeted Mentor Support throughout their first year along with one Self-Directed Professional Leave Day.
5. Relocation Assistance
   • PGCPS Offers a grant funded Relocation Assistance Program through the Maryland State Department of Education to newly hired Maryland certified or Maryland conditionally certified educators for up to $2,500.
6. Location, location, location
   • Bordering the nation's capital, we offer affordability and generous benefits including: laptop computers, tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and incentives to serve in our high needs schools.
7. Nationally-Recognized Professional Development
   • Third in the state for National Board Certified Teachers, PGCPS leads the industry! Mentorship, monthly professional development and a robust leadership pipeline support teachers seeking to advance their careers.
8. Tuition Reimbursement
   • We encourage our teachers to be lifelong learners and are now offering Tuition Reimbursement up to $550 per credit hour.
9. Community-Powered Schools
   • Strong ties with community partners, leaders, parent organizations and local colleges and universities help bring the community into your classroom! This includes our Public & Private Partnerships to build new schools.
10. Employee Wellness and Benefits
    • Our focus is You! PGCPS offers a comprehensive medical and dental plan. Other benefits include: Wellness 360 program, Employee Assistance Program, employee discount programs, flexible spending plans, and retirement planning support.

Employee Testimonials

“I joined PGCPS in 2007 because they recruited teachers back in my country to teach here in the county, and I stayed for 12 years. Why did I stay? PGCPS gave me so much opportunity to develop my craft as a teacher by the different professional developments they offered to both new and seasoned teachers. Also, the kind of leaders in the county inspired me to work hard because they pushed me to be the best version of myself  to continue to make a difference in the lives of my students. PGCPS taught me to raise the bar of quality teaching and results. They also offer scholarships to teachers who want to become an accomplished teacher. I was a recipient of that scholarship, and I became a national board certified teacher. This is so far the best professional development ever! After being certified, I became a more empowered teacher and it opened many opportunities for me to be a leader, and advocate for my students. So come and join us, it's more fun in PGCPS!” - Teacher

“I live in Prince George's my children have matriculated through the system. My youngest graduated from Prince George's County public high school last year. [...] I've been at my school [for 10 years]. I am proud of the staff that I have slowly cobbled together, my AP and I have a great relationship.” - Principal/Assistant Principal

“I want to serve this community. This is my community I grew up here and my children grew up here. And this is the community that I want to teach in because I want to help them.” - Teacher

“Shaping the minds of young scholars by making learning fun and meaningful.” As a product of Prince George's County Public Schools, I want to continue to give back to my community and be a positive black male role model to my students.  As an elementary math and science educator, I realize the great impact that I can have on all of my students, especially our young African American males.  This is why I stay with PGCPS! - Teacher

“I think what keeps me motivated are the kids. And so I try to be the teacher and the educator that I would want my children to have.” - Instructional Staff

“I look forward to seeing my students [...] Douglas is just a place where people are happy to see each other and supportive and the students are well-behaved.” - Teacher

“[I feel motivated] when I see my work make a difference. A student's attendance improves because they now see a counselor, their grades improve as they now have glasses or their legal accommodations are implemented.” -School Staff OE Response

“I am dedicated to the upliftment of our community, especially our children. Our Children Can't Wait. Children and services is my business.” - Clerk

“I am a third generation graduate and a second generation employee of Prince George's County Public Schools. I chose to return to serve the community I grew up in and continued to stay for differences I make. I firmly believe that Prince George's County continues to be on the cutting edge of best practices and professional development on the state and national level.”  - Teacher

Please have the following documents ready when submitting your online application. 

• Current Resume
• Transcript(s) from Every College Attended (Conferral of Degree)
• Electronic Transcript orders should be sent directly from the institution to transcriptrequest@pgcps.org 
• Degrees obtained outside of the United States must have a course-by-course evaluation completed by an approved Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) foreign credentialing agency. 
• Completed TEACH Application The Educator Application and Credentialing Hub (TEACH)
• Teaching license (if applicable)
• Praxis test scores (if applicable)
• Completed PGCPS Verification of Previous Experience Form (if applicable)
• Two Letters of Professional Recommendation (One letter must be from a current or most recent supervisor. Letters must be signed, dated, and include contact information)

Online Applications can be completed without the submission of the ‘Letter of Recommendations’ as they will be required upon being recommended for hire. Questions regarding your letters of recommendation can be directed to hrinstructional@pgcps.org.  

Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) offers relocation assistance to eligible newly hired full-time educators. Please note: Reimbursement is not guaranteed, as it is contingent upon available funding and compliance with the guidelines.

After reviewing the information below if you have questions regarding the Relocation Assistance Program (RAP), please email hr.rap@pgcps.org.

Relocation Assistance Program Guidelines

1. Eligibility
   1. Who’s Eligible
      • New full-time educators only
      • Must relocate 75+ miles from previous residence
      • Local address must be updated in Oracle
      • Submit original receipts/forms by the due date listed in the program email announcement sent in October, January, and February
      • Expenses must occur after the employment contract is signed
        • Please do not submit receipts for expenses incurred in an effort to secure employment with PGCPS.
      • Must complete 6 months of satisfactory service
        • No disbursements will be made until a satisfactory mid-year evaluation is completed and verified by the Office of Employee Performance. Please do not call or email for status updates before mid-year evaluations are finalized. You will receive an update once performance ratings are available.
   2. Not eligible if:
      • You previously received relocation funds from PGCPS
      • You are a Visiting Teacher Program participant
      • In another bargaining unit other than PGCEA
2. What’s Covered (Up to $2,500 Total)
   • Commercial movers (with tax ID)
   • Packing, shipping, and moving supplies
   • Optional insurance on household items
   • Rental trucks/trailers
   • Storage (max 30 consecutive days)
   • One-way travel for the employee only includes:
     • Gas (personal vehicle and/or rental truck), tolls, parking (original receipts required)
       • The paper gas pump receipt is required
   • Travel by air or train (coach only) (original receipts required)
   • Economy car rental (original receipts required)
   • Lodging in a hotel, motel, Airbnb, etc. (up to 30 days) (original receipts required)
3. What’s Not Covered
   • Expenses for others or paid by someone other than a spouse
     • If a spouse paid for the expense, a copy of the marriage certificate is required
   • Storage/lodging beyond 30 days
   • Rent, deposits, or real estate costs
   • Utilities, phone/internet setup
   • Furniture, clothing, food
   • Vehicle repairs, towing services
   • Speeding, parking, or any other citation fines
   • Cashier’s check or bank fees
   • Special handling fees (e.g., boats, motorcycles)
4. Submitting Receipts with Proof of Payment
   • Original receipts required
   • All receipts/contracts must show how and when payment was made and show that the expense was paid for by the new employee or their spouse, along with a copy of the marriage certificate (canceled checks, credit card/bank statements in the new employee's name or spouse only).
     • Proof of payment examples listed below:
       • paper gas pump receipts
       • lodging
       • packing supplies
       • storage
       • rental truck
       • flight
       • auto transport
       • moving company
     • Tape small receipts to blank paper (no staples)
     • Incomplete or late submissions will be returned
5. Employment Obligation
   • You must remain employed for 3 full years. If you leave early, repayment may be required.
6. Payment Info
   • Reimbursements are processed in the order received and based on available funds*
   • Payment made upon completion of 6 months of satisfactory service
   • Payment disbursed via direct deposit (same account as payroll)
   • Payments are typically paid annually in March

Reminders

• Use the official Relocation Request Form
• Interactive PDFs are preferred (not required)
• All forms must be signed and completed in their entirety

*PGCPS reserves the right to adjust or terminate this program at any time.

For questions regarding the Relocation Assistance Program (RAP), please email hr.rap@pgcps.org.