Superintendent of Schools

Strafford R-VI School District

Strafford, Missouri

Due to retirement, The Strafford R-VI Board of Education is seeking candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools.

District Information

Assessed Valuation: $449,914,725

Tax Levy: $3.80 (including debt service)

Certified Staff: 114

Support Staff: 135

Administration: 10

Enrollment (PreK-12): 1,384

The School Board

Kim Edwards, President, 4/27

Luke Rhodes, Vice President, 4/28

Ashley VanHorn, Secretary, 4/29

Brian Smithson, Member, 4/28

Beth Keith, Member, 4/27

Austin Owens, Member, 4/29

Brett T. Ward, Member, 4/29

Application Guidelines

An application may be submitted via the online application system on theStrafford Schools website:

https://www.straffordschools.net/

A complete file will include:

Completed application form.

Letter of application (directed to the Strafford R-VI Board of Education). Include reasons for interest in the position and a description of significant accomplishments of the past few years.

Current resume (include name, title, address and phone numbers of five persons who will serve as references).

Copies of college/university transcripts or current placement files.

Evidence of Missouri Superintendent’s Certification or eligibility thereof.

Any other supporting documents that would enhance the application file.

Position Information

Salary range: Commensurate with experience

Initial contract: Two years

Admin. exp. required;

Central Office exp. preferred

Supt. Certificate or eligibility

Doctorate preferred

Timeline

Applications must be received by: November 20, 2026

Screenings to begin on: Ongoing process

Interviews Tentative Date: Week of December 7, 2026

Anticipated Contract Offer Date: No later than December 18, 2026

Contract Begins: July 1, 2027

Interested applicants are invited to direct any questions to:

Dr. Mark D. Hedger, Superintendent of Schools at [email protected]