Top 254 Educational leadership Jobs in Kalamazoo, Mi

Head of School
Kalamazoo Country Day School —Portage, MI
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Administrative Assistant
Kalamazoo RESA —Kalamazoo, MI
- $37,437 - $53,411 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Senior Care Partners PACE —Portage, MI
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Nursing
- RN License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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2d
Upper Elementary Teacher
Choice Schools Associates —Springfield, MI
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
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School Leader
Choice Schools Associates —Springfield, MI
- Full-time
- School experience
- Continuous improvement
- Children
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3d
Principal Engineer #ESF2513
ExpertHiring —Kalamazoo, MI
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Travel
- Mentoring
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Agency Sales Representative
Old Republic Title —Michigan
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Free parking
- Health savings account
Hillside Middle School Assistant Principal
Kalamazoo Public Schools —Kalamazoo, MI
- Online Application
- School experience
- 3 years
- Master's degree
Child Care Center Director
Adventures Learning Center —Portage, MI
- $42,000 - $57,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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GSRP Teacher - Early Childhood
Summit Management Consulting —Portage, MI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Assistant High School Principal
Portage Public Schools —Portage, MI
- From $103,572 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- 5 years
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Climate and Culture Coach
Kalamazoo Public Schools —Kalamazoo, MI
- $47,599 - $93,010 a year
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
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1d
Instructional Coach
Michigan Association of School Boards —Kalamazoo, MI
- $48,490 - $102,353 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Senior Customer Success Manager
Level Data LLC —Kalamazoo, MI
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Senior level
- Business
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Assistant High School Principal
Michigan Association of School Boards —Kalamazoo, MI
- $103,572 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- 5 years
9d
Faculty Specialist I - Lecturer - Tenure Track - Special Education and Literacy Studies
Western Michigan University —Kalamazoo, MI
- Online Application
- Doctoral degree
- Teaching Certification
- Master's degree
Administrative Assistant for EMC Compliance
Kalamazoo RESA —Kalamazoo, MI
- $30,256 - $43,166 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Word processing
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
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Manager of Educational Programs
Gilmore Car Museum —Hickory Corners, MI
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to climb stairs
- Education
Chairperson Education
Western Michigan University —Kalamazoo, MI
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Senior level
GSRP – Teacher
Michigan Association of School Boards —Kalamazoo, MI
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule

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Head of School

Kalamazoo Country Day School
Portage, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $110,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Life insurance

Qualifications

School experience
Childhood development
Interpersonal skills
Research
Continuous improvement
Relationship building

Full Job Description

Job Overview

THE OPPORTUNITY AHEAD

Kalamazoo Country Day School is poised for its next chapter—one that expands its handcrafted model, deepens its neuroscience‑aligned practices, and strengthens its position as the region’s premier independent school.

The next Head of School will inherit:

A thriving academic program with elite proficiency outcomes
A deeply committed faculty
A relationally rich culture
A compelling and differentiated educational philosophy
A community hungry for growth, innovation, and long‑term stability

This is a rare opportunity to lead a school that is not merely teaching children but building human potential.

HEAD OF SCHOOL

Kalamazoo Country Day School — Portage, Michigan

About Kalamazoo Country Day School

Kalamazoo Country Day School (KCDS) is an independent, PreK–8 school delivering a handcrafted, neuroscience‑aligned education designed to give every child the Human Advantage in an automated world. Our Mastery Model is built on six pillars: Relational Security, High‑Resolution Visibility, Academic Rigor & ZPD Precision, Handcrafted Curriculum, Highly Effective Teachers, and Cognitive Restoration. With class sizes under 15 and elite academic outcomes, KCDS is a place where children are deeply known, challenged, and inspired.

The Opportunity

The Board of Trustees seeks a visionary, relational, and instructionally expert Head of School to lead KCDS into its next chapter. The Head serves as the school’s chief executive and educational leader, responsible for mission alignment, academic excellence, faculty culture, financial sustainability, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

Advance the KCDS Mastery Model and neuroscience‑aligned philosophy
Ensure high‑resolution, rigorous teaching and learning
Oversee curriculum, assessment, and faculty development
Maintain small class sizes and relational security

Strategic Leadership

Partner with the Board on long‑term strategy and vision
Use data, research, and market insights to guide decision‑making
Anticipate trends in education, technology, and child development

Faculty & Culture

Recruit, support, and retain highly effective “Learning Architects”
Foster a culture of relational competence, high expectations, and continuous improvement
Lead professional learning aligned with mastery and inquiry‑based instruction

Student Experience

Ensure every child is known, supported, and challenged
Protect the joy, humanity, and cognitive well‑being of students
Oversee programs that promote belonging, character, and leadership

Operations & Finance

Oversee budgeting, operations, compliance, and campus safety
Support enrollment strategy, retention, and market positioning
Ensure long‑term financial sustainability

Advancement & Community Engagement

Serve as the chief ambassador and storyteller of KCDS
Build strong relationships with families, donors, and community partners
Support fundraising, stewardship, and major gift cultivation

Governance Partnership

Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Trustees
Provide transparent communication and strategic reporting
Support effective governance and committee work

Qualifications & Attributes

The ideal candidate will be:

An experienced independent school leader or equivalent educational executive
Deeply knowledgeable about child development, neuroscience, and mastery‑based learning
A relational, emotionally intelligent leader who builds trust and community
A strategic thinker with strong operational and financial acumen
A champion of teachers and instructional excellence
An exceptional communicator and mission‑driven storyteller
Calm, clear, and decisive in moments of complexity

Why Lead KCDS?

KCDS is a rare environment where a Head of School can steward a deeply human, research‑driven model of education that produces extraordinary academic and developmental outcomes. The next Head will inherit a thriving program, a committed faculty, and a community ready for growth, innovation, and long‑term stability.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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educational leadership jobs in kalamazoo, mi

Head of School

Administrative Assistant

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Upper Elementary Teacher

School Leader

Principal Engineer #ESF2513

Agency Sales Representative

Hillside Middle School Assistant Principal

Child Care Center Director

GSRP Teacher - Early Childhood

Assistant High School Principal

Climate and Culture Coach

Instructional Coach

Senior Customer Success Manager

Assistant High School Principal

Faculty Specialist I - Lecturer - Tenure Track - Special Education and Literacy Studies

Administrative Assistant for EMC Compliance

Manager of Educational Programs

Chairperson Education

GSRP – Teacher

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