Progressive school system

Competitive salary and benefits package

Excellent school facilities

Reasonable and comparatively attractive class sizes: Primary (18-1), Elementary (22-1), Intermediate (24-1), High (22-1)

Current and advanced technology. All schools are wired. Internet access in every classroom in the county.

Ideal location: rural but within easy driving distance to urban centers (Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Dove, Annapolis) and the Atlantic beaches.

Low cost of living compared to more urban areas.

Low incidences of crime

Small school system with individualized attention for employees

Rich and consistent program of staff development

Strong and Supportive New Teacher Program with a variety of support experiences, a mentor program, and orientation seminars.

Strong parent, business and community support to the school system

Successful research based reading program in place

Advanced placement and online course offerings in the high schools.