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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I transferred from DCPS to MCPS in 2016 so maybe my info is dated?

The biggest differences I found were:

You were more likely to get hired with a master's degree especially if you have previous teaching experience
New teachers with BA only are most likely 21/22 years olds coming straight from undergrad
If you have your master's degree, you can easily get to the M+30 or M+60 category by taking MD CPD courses that cost only $90. These courses happen every fall, spring, and summer. 
Principals can be either good or bad like anywhere else, but once you have a good principal, you're really good. 
It's easier to find good principals here.
The parent community often is stronger and more supportive here. But also super competitive, even NW DCPS parents have nothing on MCPS parents. 
Unlike in DCPS, the kids come to school prepared to learn and are often at or above the benchmark. 
There's a greater work/life balance than in DCPS. 
Mental health support is a big deal here
The school communities and cultures are vastly light-years apart from DCPS. I found it to be very supportive. But still like anywhere else, you never know who knows who, so be on your best behavior. 
Hiring takes a bit longer than DCPS because MCPS has to send their new hires info through the state of MD dept of ED. 
Planning time is seen as necessary, actually protected and helps teachers effectively plan lessons.

What you like in pay, its made up in other ways. So, yes while my salary in DCPS was better, my mental, emotional and social health was not while in DCPS.

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OP here. Thank you. This is very helpful.

Anyone else have experience to share? Thank you! [/quote]

In my experience, planning time in MCPS is NOT protected. You will get pulled to do coverage or attend IEP and 504 meetings. [/quote]

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