Description

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 12th 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

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.