About this role
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]