Posting Date : June 17, 2026 Expiration Date : Until Filled
POSITION: Smith Elementary School Principal/Director of Early Childhood
STARTING DATE: July 1, 2026
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
SALARY: Based on Experience and SAA Contract
Job Summary and Responsibilities:
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Administers early childhood programs meeting all LARA requirements and safety standards
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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of child development and Early Childhood Curriculum
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Demonstrates knowledge of best practices, including creative and innovative problem-solving
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Interacts with students positively and encourage high performance through high expectations for all
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Demonstrates instructional leadership
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Monitors and supports effective teaching practices, ensuring rigor as well as relevant teaching practices for today’s learner
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Empowers students, staff, and parents to be positive contributors in creating a healthy school climate and culture
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Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of the school, its programs, and staff
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Actively engages in the IEP process and supporting plans
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Experience in developing and supporting MTSS and PBIS frameworks
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Monitors and supports the operations of the PreK – 2nd grade school
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Commits to high visibility during school and events
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Demonstrates the ability to communicate with all educational stakeholders
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Understands best hiring practices, best evaluation practices, mentoring programs and the development of professional learning opportunities for staff
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Plans, oversees and directs district literacy curriculum, instruction, and assessment
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Experience with data-driven decision making
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Prepares and administers early childhood budgets (tuition and GSRP programs)
Qualifications:
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Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and Master’s Degree in Educational Administration
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Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience
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Previous leadership experience, including experience leading literacy initiatives
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Communication skills and the ability to work with all stakeholders
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Experience with GSRP programming and state/federal grant processes and procedures
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Familiarity and experience with the State of Michigan DHHS (LARA) Licensing
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Knowledge of preschool curriculum and evidence-based best and emerging practices in Early Childhood education
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Skill in fostering strong parent-school partnerships
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Excellent communication, group leadership, and team management skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and function independently
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Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the community
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Demonstrates qualities of professional leadership among teachers, parents and students
Candidates interested in submitting an application for the above position should apply at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/stockbridgemi with hiring managers Brian Friddle, Jeff Trapp, and Amy Hodgson.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Avenue Ste. A, Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 (517) 851-7188.
