FRUITPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

NOTICE OF INTENT TO EMPLOY

LOCATION: SHETTLER ELEMENTARY (2026-2027 School Year)

POSITION: PRINCIPAL

ENROLLMENT: Approximately 300 students/grades K-5

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: 41 week base contract year

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess or be eligible for a valid Michigan Administrator’s Certificate with an Elementary & Secondary Administrator K-12 (ES) Endorsement. An approved School Administrator Permit with concurrent enrollment in an approved school administrator preparation program may be accepted.
Possess a Master’s Degree or Specialists Degree in Educational Leadership
Minimum of three years teaching experience, preferably in grades K-5
Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support for Academics and Behavior
Experience with District literacy initiatives and associated assessments
Experience in continuous improvement and school improvement processes
Knowledge of age appropriate developmental needs of elementary students
Experience working with students who receive Special Education services
Experience in handling student discipline; Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS)
Experience in curriculum, instruction, and assessment, providing professional development to staff, and integrated interdisciplinary learning
Knowledge of group process/team development to collaboratively solve problems
Experience in conducting staff observations and evaluation (preferably 5D)

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for overall administration of the building
Responsible for supervision and performance evaluations of staff
Provides instructional leadership to staff
Demonstrates leadership, communication, and people skills
Assists in the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum
Scheduling, student supervision, and student behavior management
Serves as liaison in communications regarding special education, data processing, and staff and parent information processes
Serves as liaison with parent and community groups
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned

Candidates must be available to participate in interviews for the position according to the schedule below in order to be considered for the position:

First Round Interviews: Week of April 20, 2026
Second Round Interviews: Week of April 27, 2026

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position may do so by sending a letter of interest to Superintendent, Jason Kennedy, 3255 E. Pontaluna Rd, Fruitport, MI 49415.

External candidates may apply online by clicking on the Employment link under the Department tab on our district website at www.fruitportschools.net.

POSTING DATE: February 27, 2026

ENDING DATE: April 10, 2026

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.

Shettler Elementary Principal