CARROLLTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Administrative Position
SHARED-TIME DIRECTOR
2026-2027 School Year
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Shared-Time Director serves as the chief administrator of the Shared-Time program by providing leadership and support to staff, supervising and mentoring teacher educators, and developing and implementing policies, programs, and curriculum in a manner that fosters relationships with non-public schools for the continuation and expansion of Shared-Time programs and promotion of student growth and development opportunities, both educationally and personally.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
COMPENSATION: 2026-2027 salary range $90,000 to $105,000; commensurate with experience.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Evaluate/supervise/discipline all Shared-Time teachers and ensure compliance with the Teacher Tenure Act, school code, certifications, and the State Aid Act.
- Work in cooperation with district attorneys to ensure all necessary documents, employment contracts, personnel issues, and student count are accurate and authentic while maintaining accurate and up-to-date records with buildings that participate in the program.
- Act as liaison between the School District and non-public schools.
- Interface with pupil accounting auditors to ensure maximum benefit to the School District.
- Prepare, plan, and participate in teacher recruitment and in-service.
- Calculate shared time FTE and provide a cost-benefit analysis; ensure compliance with the state aid act and other statutes and regulations.
- Lead Count Day preparations related to Shared-Time programs.
- Provide ongoing advice and support to the School District regarding Shared-Time programs for the length of the contract period.
- Ensure that all MDE paperwork is accurate and timely in regards to Shared-Time pupil accounting.
- Review staff purchase orders, conference requests, and time off requests and approve or deny requests based on the needs of the program and district policies.
- Hold pre-school meetings and new meetings with Shared-Time teachers and building principals.
- Conduct teacher observations to ensure a satisfactory learning experience for students and identify areas for improvement.
- Mentor teachers to support professional growth while enhancing the program's culture and increasing retention.
- Manage the SCECH process for Shared-Time teachers.
- Develop and manage all Shared-Time teachers' schedules annually while ensuring building principals are notified of these schedules and any changes.
- Implement staff training as required, including shared-time secretary pupil accounting training.
- Adhere to the board of education and district policies.
- Maintain outstanding work ethic and high standards for work performance.
- Respect and keep confidential student, parent, and staff information.
- Relate to students and display effective and innovative ideas for building relationships and creating a school culture conducive to student learning and staff development.
- Assure positive attitudes toward students, parents, staff, and visitors are cultivated, and effective skills in human relations are developed and practiced.
- Advocate for a child-centered approach to school and student management and extend that expectation to staff.
- Provide leadership and shared responsibility to establish a safe and orderly environment that is conducive to learning by all students.
- Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
Only complete applications will be considered. Please review the application requirements below carefully as you prepare your submission:
- A complete application form includes all current and prior employment experience in education and verifies you meet the minimum qualifications.
- An updated resume highlighting your most significant accomplishments.
- An updated cover letter specifically addressing:
- Why are you seeking this position?
- What goals do you seek to accomplish as the Shared-Time Director?
- What sets you apart as a candidate?
- How will you work to ensure an equitable learning environment for all students?
- Your most current educator certificates with all earned endorsements should be uploaded to ensure we can easily verify your credentials.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND OTHER CREDENTIALS:
- Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Administration.
- Valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate.
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
- Minimum of three (3) years of building administrator experience; Central Office experience preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of exemplary teaching experience.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, central office, school-based staff, students, parents, and community members.
- Must have knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and pupil services.
- Possesses high levels of proficiency in Google and Microsoft applications.
- Must receive a satisfactory response to 4205-F Authorization for Release of Information and Employee History Check Under 1996 P.A.189 of 1996; MCL380.1230b.
- Law enforcement background checks with fingerprinting.
- Personal and professional reference background check.
- Must possess or be willing to complete training in Adult/Infant/CPR/First Aid certification.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
Applicants should contact the Human Resources Department regarding reasonable accommodations.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Carrollton Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. For information, inquiries, or to file a complaint, contact the Superintendent of Carrollton Public Schools at PO Box 517, Carrollton, MI 48724. (989) 754-1475.