Job Posting:  Elementary School Principal

 

Reports to:  Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction

 

Position:  Full-Time, 210 Day Contract  August 4, 2025 - June 30, 2026

 

Pinckney Community  Schools seeks a dynamic, dedicated, and visionary leader to serve as the Principal of Farley Hill Elementary.  Pinckney is in Livingston County, known for its suburban-rural mix and a draw for nature lovers with its parks, lakes, and trails.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for fostering student success, supporting teachers, and creating a welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.

 

Position Overview:

The Elementary School Principal will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the school, including academic programming, student achievement, school climate, staff development, and community engagement. The principal will work closely with the district leadership team, teachers, support staff, parents, and the community to promote the mission and vision of Pinckney Community Schools.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of instructional programs that support the academic success and well-being of all students.
• Create a positive and safe school culture that promotes respect, responsibility, and high standards of behavior.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance, providing support, guidance, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, community members, and other stakeholders to ensure active involvement and collaboration in the educational process.
• Develop and manage school budgets, ensuring resources are aligned with student and program needs.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and educational standards.
• Lead school improvement planning and data-driven decision-making to continuously improve student outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
• Valid Michigan Administrative Certification.
• Preferred: 5 years of successful experience in educational leadership, with experience as an elementary school principal.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction, assessment practices, and best practices for elementary education.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire staff, students, and the community toward achieving school-wide goals.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to analyze data and use evidence-based practices to drive decision-making.

Application Process:  Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• A cover letter outlining your qualifications and vision for the role.
• A current resume.
• Copies of transcripts, certifications, and relevant credentials.
• Contact information for at least three professional references.
• Apply via the website www.pinckneypirates.org/jobs

Compensation & Benefits:  Per the Pinckney Community Schools Administrators Association

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk and stand. The employee is occasionally required to bend and or twist at the trunk more than the average person. The employee is continuously repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion many times. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as books and teaching material. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust

focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of

time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

 

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Pinckney Community School District retains and reserves any and all rights to change,

modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This position description is not a contract for employment.

 

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

 

The Pinckney Community School District is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.