Superintendent - Creek School District

Position Type

Administration

2/10/2026

Days Creek, OR

03/31/2026

NOTICE OF VACANCY OPPORTUNITY

An Invitation to Apply for the Position of

The Days Creek Charter School District Board of Directors is seeking a Superintendent/Secondary Principal to lead a district where schools are the heart of the community and leadership truly makes a difference. This one-building rural PK–12 district offers strong local support, meaningful relationships, and the opportunity to guide a dedicated team committed to students and one another.

Days Creek, Oregon | Enrollment: 230 +

$130,000 to $150,000 annually plus benefits | Work Year: 260 days

Total Compensation:
Up to $221,600 including salary, benefits, insurance, phone stipend

Closing Date:
March 31, 2026 |

Start Date:

July 1, 2026

Discover what makes Days Creek Charter School special!

for video!

Inspire and develop LEARNERS, THINKERS, AND LEADERS

The successful candidate must hold or qualify for an Oregon administrator license or be in the process of obtaining it. This is an opportunity to lead where your work is felt, your presence matters, and your leadership leaves a lasting legacy. Serving a one-building PK-12 district, the Superintendent/Principal works closely alongside the Elementary Principal / Student Services Director to ensure cohesive leadership, strong instructional practices, and responsive student supports.

For the right superintendent, this role offers more than a position – it offers the chance to lead with purpose, to build upon a strong foundation, and to make a meaningful difference in a community that values its schools and those who serve them. This is a place to grow, to lead, and to belong.

In addition to serving as Superintendent/Principal, this position functions as the Executive Director to the Days Creek Charter Board. The Superintendent/Principal provides executive leadership and serves as the primary liaison to the Charter Board, which operates separately from the Douglas County School District Board. Responsibilities include attending and supporting Charter Board meetings, ensuring clear communication and alignment between the school's leadership and its governing board.

Days Creek Charter School is a public school operated by a group of parents, teachers, and community members. The Charter Board meets on a regularly scheduled basis.

This individual must be a strong educational leader who has the following professional experience and training:

• Visible, engaged leader within the school and broader community.
• Builds strong, collaborative relationships with staff, families, and community partners.
• Articulates and leads a clear, student-centered vision focused on continuous improvement and academic growth.

• Demonstrated success as an educational leader with classroom and administrative experience.
• Demonstrates a commitment to measurable outcomes and accountability while establishing processes that support ongoing staff improvement.
• Values and respects the contributions of all staff.
• Applies innovation and sound judgment to problem-solving and district improvement.
• Strong understanding of school finance, budgeting, and resource management.
• Builds effective partnerships with families, community agencies, and educational organizations.

• Communicates clearly and effectively across audiences and platforms.
• Demonstrates transparency, accountability, and approachability.
• Builds trust and works effectively with the School Board of Directors and Charter Board of Directors.

• Models high standards of personal and professional integrity.
• Committed to visibility, collaboration, and relationship-building in a small, rural community.
• Effectively manages priorities and deadlines with minimal oversight.

Our district is located in a peaceful rural countryside where life moves at a thoughtful, unhurried pace. Surrounded by rolling hills, abundant wildlife, and open landscapes, the area offers…