Middle School and High School Principal

Saugatuck Middle School and High School, located in the beautiful lakeshore resort and arts community of Saugatuck, Michigan, is a small school with BIG opportunities for its 480 students.  We are strongly committed to innovation, academic excellence, and student potential and seek a dynamic and visionary leader to continue our tradition of success.
 

Why Join Us?

• Recognized as one of America’s Best High Schools for four of the past five years
• 96% graduation rate
• Extensive college credit opportunities, including ten AP courses, dual enrollment, and articulation agreements with top institutions
• A regional leader in Project-Based Learning, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity
• Strong arts, music, athletics, and extracurricular programs, including the only industrial arts education in the region, award-winning fine arts departments, and championship athletic teams 
• A global perspective, with service projects and clubs, teacher travel, and cultural experiences that enrich professional and student learning
• Newly renovated, state-of-the-art facilities?

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate a positive school culture of innovation, acceptance, and academic excellence
• Inspire staff, students, and parents to embrace a shared vision for success
• Lead effective instructional practices and ensure a rigorous, skill-based curriculum
• Foster a school climate in an inclusive environment where civility, respect, and integrity are valued
• Regularly attend evening activities and events
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance student achievement
• Engage with the greater community through consistent communication, building strong partnerships with local businesses and organizations
• Oversee school safety initiatives and promote student well-being

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Educational Administration or a related field
• Michigan Administrator Certificate (or eligibility for certification)
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with at least five years of successful teaching experience
• Expertise in curriculum development, teacher evaluation, Project-Based Learning, data analysis, and student discipline

Who We’re Looking For:

We seek a charismatic, approachable, and visionary leader who:

• Communicates effectively and transparently with staff, students, parents, and the community
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, integrity, and fairness
• Is a problem solver and confident decision-maker
• Values collaboration and shared leadership
• Understands the diverse needs of families and fosters strong community relationships
• Creates a positive school culture that inspires students and staff

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 (negotiable based on experience)
• Full benefits package
• 225-day contract (year-round)