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.

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.

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.

Pella School District Superintendent, Pella, IA (Salary Range: $195,000-$235,000) Closes January 3, 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.