School District Leadership Positions in Iowa, Missouri, and Colorado

Visit the Grundmeyer Leader Service's website (grundmeyerleadersearch.com) for further job details and for the application links of these administration positions open in school districts throughout Iowa, Missouri, and Colorado. Apply directly via the links available on grundmeyerleadersearch.com. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School District Superintendent, Clarion, IA (Salary Range : $160,000-$190,000) Closes October 12 The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District is located in Clarion, Iowa. The district serves the communities of Clarion, Dows, Galt, and Goldfield, as well as the unincorporated communities of Lake Cornelia and Holmes. Schools within the district include an elementary school (P / K-4), a middle school (5-8), and a high school (9-12). The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows CSD has an enrollment of about 940 students. Clarion, Iowa, is a welcoming small town in Wright County with an agricultural heritage, a strong sense of community, and a mix of industry and shopping. Known for being a good place for families and retirees, it offers local attractions and amenities. The Early Learning Center is a partnership between the school and community which offers parents daycare for young children. The community provides a quality school system, a world-class hospital, and good access to other parts of Iowa. Grain Valley School District Superintendent, Grain Valley, MO (Salary Range : $190,000-$235,000) Closes November 30 The Grain Valley School District in the Kansas City Metro, serves over 4,500 students. Grain Valley High School is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report, and the district emphasizes EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY. Grandview R-2 School District Superintendent, Hillsboro, MO (Salary Range : $160,000-$200,000) Closes November 30 Grandview R-2, a progressive rural district south of St. Louis, serves over 600 in-seat students and 6,000 virtual students. The district's vision is to be a learning community that pursues excellence where students are productive citizens prepared for life-long challenges. Grinnell-Newberg School District Superintendent, Grinnell, IA (Salary Range : $175,000-$195,000) Closes November 30 The Grinnell-Newburg Community School District, located an hour from Des Moines or Iowa City, serves approximately 1,750 students in 4 schools : Fairview Elementary, Bailey Park Elementary, Grinnell Middle School and Grinnell High School. Voters recently approved PPEL funding for a new comprehensive elementary school, consolidating all elementary students into one facility, with long-range plans being done to update all district facilities. Grinnell schools offer a wide range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, including a dedicated agriculture program and an outstanding family and consumer sciences program. Students excel in the fine arts, debate, and STEM fields, with participation in MathCounts and the SheCounts Math Club. Mount Pleasant School District Superintendent, Mount Pleasant, IA (Salary Range : $185,000-$215,000) Closes November 30 The Mount Pleasant Community School District in southeast Iowa serves about 1,800 students and employs 250 dedicated staff members. The district operates one regular, comprehensive high school, an alternative high school, one middle school and four elementary schools. Recent projects include additions at two elementary schools, the construction of a new senior high, and expansions and renovations at the middle school. Mount Pleasant, a community of over 8,000, is located 45 minutes south of Iowa City. Ten Fortune 500 companies have facilities in Mount Pleasant along with one of the top 100 hospitals in rural America, Henry County Health Center. There are many recreational activities available in the 230 acres of parks that are maintained by the city. Tipton School District Superintendent, Tipton, MO (Salary Range : $110,000-$140,000) Closes November 30 Tipton R-VI south of I-70 in central Missouri serves more than 550 students. Their mission is to prepare students for their futures by designing and sustaining a learning culture of excellence. Independence School District Superintendent, Independence, MO (Salary Range : $240,000-$275,000) Closes December 31 The Independence School District (ISD) serves over 14,000 Pk-12 students across 30 schools. The district focuses on student growth, diverse opportunities, and community partnerships, and has recently transitioned to a four-day instructional week. Pella School District Superintendent, Pella, IA (Salary Range : $195,000-$235,000) Closes January 4, 2026

• Position to start July 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. The Pella Community School District is located in the heart of a vibrant community renowned for its unique Dutch heritage and stunning landscapes. The district serves about 2,500 students in six recently constructed and remodeled buildings. In addition, The Career Academy of Pella is a state-of-the-art building hosting courses and programs focusing on career and technical education. The district is known for its strong academic performance and educational quality, with all schools ranking as commendable and high performing in the Iowa Schools Performance Profiles. With a dedicated team of educators and state-of-the-art facilities, Pella Schools aims to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential. Employment Type : Full Time Salary : $110,000 - $275,000 Annual Bonus / Commission : No