Head of Lower School Jobs
Head of Lower School jobs are open across independent schools, charter networks, and private K-8 institutions, at levels from assistant head to founding head, with specializations in curriculum leadership, faculty development, and early childhood through upper elementary programming. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Deadline: November 19, 2026
District/Organization: Standish Sterling Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per Contract
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Standish-Sterling Community Schools
3789 Wyatt Road
Standish, Michigan 48658
Phone: 989-846-3670 Fax: 989-846-7890
November 11, 2026
VACANCY LISTING
Position: Elementary Teacher (Lower El.)
- B.A. Degree
- Current Michigan Certification or the ability to obtain
- Completed the MTTC test as pertains to endorsement
- Ability to motivate students.
- Ability to relate to a diverse student population.
- Ability to work with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community.
- Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in the use of different mediums, equipment, and technology preferred.
Salary: Per the Master Contract
Deadline: November 19, 2026; or as soon as the position can be filled
Contact: Arnae Stokoszynski
Standish-Sterling Community School District
3789 Wyatt Road
Standish, Michigan 48658
astokoszynski@standish-sterling.org
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
E-mail: astokoszynski@standish-sterling.org
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Deadline: November 19, 2026
District/Organization: Standish Sterling Community Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time
Salary: Per Contract
Position Details
Standish-Sterling Community Schools
3789 Wyatt Road
Standish, Michigan 48658
Phone: 989-846-3670 Fax: 989-846-7890
November 11, 2026
VACANCY LISTING
Position: Elementary Teacher (Lower El.)
- B.A. Degree
- Current Michigan Certification or the ability to obtain
- Completed the MTTC test as pertains to endorsement
- Ability to motivate students.
- Ability to relate to a diverse student population.
- Ability to work with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community.
- Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in the use of different mediums, equipment, and technology preferred.
Salary: Per the Master Contract
Deadline: November 19, 2026; or as soon as the position can be filled
Contact: Arnae Stokoszynski
Standish-Sterling Community School District
3789 Wyatt Road
Standish, Michigan 48658
astokoszynski@standish-sterling.org
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
E-mail: astokoszynski@standish-sterling.org
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head of lower school jobs.
- Master's degree in education, educational leadership, or a closely related field
- Valid state principal or school administrator licensure or eligibility for reciprocity
- Demonstrated experience leading and evaluating PreK through grade 5 or 6 faculty
- Proficiency in curriculum design, instructional coaching, and student assessment frameworks
- Experience with school accreditation processes and strategic planning initiatives
- Strong background in family and community engagement within a school setting
Tips for Your Head of Lower School Job Search
Tailor your resume to school culture
Independent schools weight mission alignment as heavily as credentials. Pull language directly from each school's strategic plan or accreditation reports and reflect it in your resume's leadership narrative, not just your job titles or degree.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head of lower school openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Lead with student outcome data
Search committees want evidence your decisions moved the needle for children, not just faculty. Quantify improvements in reading benchmarks, attendance, or parent satisfaction scores from programs you led, and place that data in your resume summary.
Get your administrative credentials in order
Many postings require a state principal or administrator license, and timelines for reciprocity vary widely. Confirm your credential transfers to the states where you're applying before submitting, so a paperwork gap doesn't stall an otherwise strong candidacy.
Prepare a philosophy statement before interviewing
Most lower school head searches include a written or verbal question about your educational philosophy. Draft a concise, concrete statement now, grounded in specific practices you've implemented, so you're not composing it under interview pressure.
Follow up with a reflective thank-you note
After finalist visits, a thank-you that references a specific classroom observation or curriculum conversation from the day signals genuine engagement with the school's program. Generic gratitude gets forgotten. Specific, thoughtful follow-up keeps you present in committee discussions.
Head of Lower School Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head of lower schools?
The most active employers for head of lower schools right now are Starbucks, Dollar General, and IDEA Public Schools, and the most openings are in New York, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Independent day schools and charter management organizations tend to post the most frequently outside traditional spring hiring cycles.
How many head of lower school jobs are remote?
About 22% of head of lower school openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, campus-based nature of the role. Interim consulting work and curriculum coordination contracts are the sub-areas most likely to offer partial remote arrangements.
How do you become a head of lower school?
Start by earning a master's degree in educational leadership or curriculum and instruction, then obtain your state's principal or administrator license. Build several years of classroom teaching experience, move into a department chair or assistant principal role to develop supervisory skills, and pursue positions with increasing responsibility for faculty evaluation and program oversight before applying to head-of-school roles.
Can you get hired as a head of lower school with little experience?
Candidates with limited administrative experience can strengthen their position by targeting smaller schools, newer charter campuses, or interim roles where search committees weigh potential and mission fit more heavily. Presenting a concrete first-year entry plan during interviews, volunteering to lead a curriculum committee, and earning an administrator credential while still teaching all signal readiness before your resume fully reflects it.
What does the head of lower school interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a screening call or video interview with the head of school or HR director, followed by a formal panel interview with faculty, parents, and board members. Finalists typically spend a full day on campus, including a classroom walkthrough, a student interaction, and a presentation on their educational philosophy or a proposed initiative. Reference checks happen in parallel with finalist deliberations.
Where can I find and apply to head of lower school jobs?
You can find and apply to head of lower school jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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