High School Principal

Deadline: July 15, 2026
District/Organization: Napoleon Community Schools
Position/Type: High School or CTE Principal – Assistant, full time
Salary: 101,000-110,000

Position Details

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership (others will be considered) or equivalent graduate coursework from an accredited college or university.
• Possess a valid Michigan Teacher Certificate.
• Minimum five years (5) of successful teaching experience.
• Prior Administration experience preferred.
• Upon hire, must have qualifications to apply for a School Administrator Permit or possess and or be eligible for Michigan Administrator Certification within three years of appointment per Michigan law.
• Possess and be able to articulate a compelling vision of what a successful school should be to best assure the success of all students.
• Knowledge of data-driven school improvement planning, facilitating professional learning communities, targeted intervention and enrichment programs, and parent involvement.
• Experience in budgeting, budget monitoring, and budget reporting is preferred.
• Possess an understanding and commitment to the time obligations and rigor imposed upon a school administrator.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce the NCS Student Code of Conduct. Take the lead on HS student discipline and building security procedures.
• Team leader who capitalizes on the talents of all staff in the planning and decision-making process of running a school.
• An understanding of current educational research, concepts, and instructional and

management/supervisory strategies that are recognized as effective in meeting the needs of all students, staff, and community.

• Demonstrated and verifiable record of excellent, positive, and productive relationships with students and student organizations and a commitment to equal opportunity for all.
• Organize and maintain evidence of procedures to follow and monitor student progress.
• Conduct, assist with, and oversee parent engagement activities to enhance student learning and increase collaboration between schools and students’ families.
• Administrative oversight of alternative program.

Other

• Nighttime Supervision may be required from time to time.
• Preference will be given to applicants trained in the 5D evaluation process.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Superintendent to the Administrator.

Employment Date, Salary, and Fringe Benefits

• Anticipated employment date: 2026-2027 school year.
• Negotiated Competitive Compensation package. Credentials and experience will be considered.

in consultation with the Superintendent and School Board to determine a competitive salary.

• Paid family health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurances, sick and personal business days.

Pre-employment Screening

Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment for a position with Napoleon Community Schools will be required to complete a background check.

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Superintendent

The District reserves the right to select the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Candidates should submit a resume with a cover letter, 3-5 letters of recommendation,

and 3-5 additional references.

E-mail: hr@napoleonschools.org