Elementary Principal
2025-2026 School Year (1.0 FTE)
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will possess the best combination of the following qualifications:
Must possess a valid Michigan Teacher Certification
Elementary Michigan Administrative Certification is preferred
Master's Degree in Educational Administration preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience required
Administrative experience in elementary school is preferred
Experience in district wide committee leadership such as negotiations, PLC process, etc.
Impeccable work ethic, values and skill in creating a PLC school environment
Demonstrate a commitment to Clarkston’s mission, values, and learner profile
Evidence of the candidate's ability to provide quality instructional leadership must be demonstrated through:
a. Excellent communication skills
b. A conceptual understanding of learning theories and teaching methodologies
c. Skill in fostering the continued growth of staff members
d. Knowledge and understanding of recent research on school and teacher effectiveness
e. Skill in monitoring student achievement and assessment and designing improvements as needed
f. Skill in creating a positive, open, and enthusiastic school environment
g. A commitment to an active parent-school partnership to further the community's understanding of the educational program
h. Knowledge and understanding of the needs of children with special learning problems
Salary Range:
Appropriate placement on the Administrative salary scale
Salary Range: $109,037 - $134,102
Fringe benefits include full family health, dental and vision coverage, long term disability insurance, life insurance, TSA, and mileage allowance
Application Procedure:
Go to www.clarkston.k12.mi.us/hr Click “Departments”
Click “Human Resources”. Click “Certified Openings”
Click on “View” on the Desired Position and then click on the “Login and Apply” button in the lower right corner and follow prompts.
Candidates without access to on-line application process may submit the following:
1. Formal letter of application
2. Resume outlining qualifications and experience
3. Copy of certificate
To:
Clarkston Community Schools
ATTN: Human Resources Department/T. Browne
BLE Principal
6389 Clarkston Road
Clarkston, MI 48346
