Superintendent

The Board of Education for Clintondale Community Schools is conducting a search for its next Superintendent.  The expected start date for the new Superintendent is July 1, 2026.

Clintondale Community Schools is located in a diverse and supportive community in Clinton Township, Michigan, northeast of Detroit.  The District serves 1,655 students from pre-kindergarten through 12^th grade, housed in four buildings, all within one square mile of each other:

Rainbow Early Childhood Center                                              Pre-K, Young 5s, Kindergarten and Childcare Services

Charles C. McGlinnen Elementary                                            K-5

Robbie Hall Parker Elementary                                                Pre-K, K-5

Clintondale Secondary Campus                                               6-12

                                                                                                  Clintondale High School, Clintondale Middle School

                                                                                                  and Clintondale iCampus

With 190 employees, including 99 teachers and 17 administrators, Clintondale Community Schools is not just a school district, it is a family.  The District also partners with local colleges and universities, including Wayne State University and Macomb Community College, to provide opportunities that help prepare our students for today’s workforce.

The District’s annual operating budget is approximately $30,000,000 and the Foundation Grant per pupil is $10,050, with a General Fund balance projected to be $3,832,956 on June 30, 2026.

Job Summary

Clintondale Community Schools is seeking an innovative and inspirational leader.  The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and extensive K-12 experience with a passion to serve our school community.  The Superintendent will work with the Board of Education to execute and enhance the vision of the strategic plan.

Minimum Qualifications

• Educational administration experience, preferred
• Master’s degree in related field; advanced degree preferred (e.g., Ed.S, Ed.D., Ph.D.)
• Successful experience working with diverse, urban communities
• Proven track record of raising student achievement
• Demonstrated responsiveness to students with learning disabilities
• Michigan Administrative Certificate or equivalent, or the ability to obtain an Administrative Permit

The Board may make exceptions to these qualifications.

Personal Characteristics

• Leads with integrity, modeling the highest ethical standards in all actions and decisions
• Highly responsive; follows up and follows through
• Establishes and demonstrates the value of strong relationships with students, families and the community
• Ability to unite individuals with differing viewpoints around a common goal and vision
• Builds trust in the school district and community

 Essential Responsibilities

• Places student achievement and academic excellence at the forefront of all decisions
• Accepts responsibility for decisions and outcomes while fostering a culture of accountability District-wide
• Treats every individual with dignity, respect, empathy, and kindness
• Promotes and enhances a safe, secure, and supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff
• Fosters collaboration and teamwork, building consensus while respectfully navigating diverse perspectives
• Actively engages with the community and builds partnerships with local organizations, municipalities, and businesses to enhance educational opportunities and resources for students
• Able to develop and lead effective executive and administrative teams
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complicated problems
• Recognizes, values and affirms teachers and staff members
• Experience in building relationships with employee groups by developing and retaining high-quality staff
• Actively works to attract and retain students through program excellence, including Career and Technical Education programs
• Performs duties directed by the Board of Education.

 Salary and Benefits

The Board of Education will offer a comprehensive, multi-year contract.  Compensation will be commensurate with experience of the successful candidate and requirements of the position.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should complete and submit an online application at https://www.clintondaleschools.net/SuperintendentSearch.  Applications must be submitted no later than 4 p.m. on April 30, 2026.  Hard copies, emailed copies or faxed copies will NOT be accepted.  If requested by the candidate, materials will be treated confidentially through the screening process.  Candidate names will become public at the time an interview is scheduled.  Candidates are asked to not contact Board members directly.  All questions regarding the search should be directed to Lee Walmsley, Director of Human Resources, at (586) 791-6300, extension 3002 or at walmslel@clintondaleschools.net.

Search Timeline

Application Deadline                                                                                                                 April 30, 2026    

Selection of Candidates to Interview                                                                                          May 4, 2026

First Round Interviews                                                                                                              May 11-12, 2026

Second Round interviews – First Opportunity for Board Selection of Superintendent                       May 18, 2026

Second Opportunity for Board Selection of Superintendent                                                           TBD

Expected Start Date                                                                                                                  July 1, 2026

Salary : $3,832,956