• Carroll County offers competitive salary schedule for all positions. Salary schedules are specific to each classification of position. Additional salary is granted to recognize the additional education including associates of arts, bachelor's degree, master's degree, the master's + 30 graduate hours, and the doctorate.
• Previous experience credit is allowed for all previous experience recognized by the Maryland State Department of Education with an additional maximum of two years for military service.
• Payment of salaries are divided into 26 biweekly payments. A direct deposit and credit union program exist for the employee's convenience.
• Extra-duty pay schedules exist for those employees involved in extra-duty activities. All such activities are voluntary.

The Carroll County Public Schools offers a Flexible Benefits Program to
all contracted employees who work more than 20 hours per week. This allows employees to select insurance coverage to meet their individual needs. The benefits include a medical point-of-service plan, dental, vision, life, liability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Additionally, Carroll County Schools offers an Employee Assistance Program to all employees.

• Tuition Reimbursement is available for additional study if a grade of B or better (or pass) is earned.
• Sick Leave is granted at the rate of 10 days per year and may be accumulated to the amount earned. Five (5) days may be used per year for illness in the immediate family
• Sick Leave Bank where employees who exhaust their own leave can draw from a bank.
• Unlimited Transfer of Sick Days from a Maryland School.
• Personal Business Days are granted to a maximum of four (4) days per year. Unused days will be transferred to accumulated sick leave at the end of the school year.
• Bereavement Leave is granted without loss of pay according to the negotiated agreement.
• Retirement Benefits are accrued through the Maryland Retirement and Pension Systems. Membership in the system is mandatory.
• A Credit Union is available to all teachers in the system.
• Tax Deferred Annuity plans are available to all employees.
• A Blood Bank is available free of charge to all employees and their families.

We are conveniently located near colleges and universities that offer opportunities for professional growth. Some of the nearby colleges are Western Maryland College, University of Maryland, Johns Hopkins, Loyola College, Morgan State, Towson State, Hood College, and Carroll Community College.

The Board of Education of Carroll County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in matters affecting employment or the provision of services, programs, or activities in compliance with all federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Information concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act is available from the Director of School Support Services, (410) 751-3179. Persons needing auxiliary aids and services for communication should contact the Public Information Office, or write Carroll County Public Schools at least one (1) week in advance of the special accommodation if needed.