Head of Middle School (Principal)

Head of Middle School Search Profile

The Prairie School, a premier independent PreK-12 college preparatory school located on the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan, seeks an inspiring and student-centered Middle School Division Head to lead grades 6-8 for the 2027/28 school year. Founded in 1965, The Prairie School serves 651 students in grades PreK-12 with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio and a strong tradition of academic excellence, leadership development, and individualized learning.

Prairie is known for its challenging academics, exceptional faculty, small class sizes, thriving arts and athletics programs, and a deeply supportive community culture. The ideal candidate will be a visible, collaborative educational leader who values relationship-based learning, faculty mentorship, and the developmental needs of middle school students.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the academic and student life programs for grades 6-8
• Supervise, support, and evaluate faculty and staff
• Foster a joyful, inclusive, and engaging middle school culture
• Support student academic, social, and emotional growth
• Partner closely with families, faculty, and school leadership
• Advance curriculum innovation and educational excellence

Desired Qualifications

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience in middle school education and faculty supervision
• Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building abilities
• Commitment to collaboration, integrity, and student-centered leadership
• Knowledge of current instructional and curricular best practices

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, résumé, statement of educational philosophy, and five professional references to:

Laura J. Fuller

Search Consultant & Executive Coach

The Education Group

lfuller@educationgroup.com