Superintendent of Schools - Breckenridge R-I

The Missouri Association of Rural Education has been retained by the Breckenridge R-I Board of Education to conduct a search for their next Superintendent of Schools.  Breckenridge R-I School District is located in Caldwell County (Breckenridge) in NW Missouri.

School District Information:

Elementary Schools - 1 (PK-05)
Certified Staff - 11
Student Enrollment - 33

High School - 1 (06-12)
Certified Staff - 13
Student Enrollment - 30

• Annual Operating Budget – $1,649,749.00
• Total Tax Levy - $5.4111
• Assessed Valuation - $9,172,137.00
• Reserve Balances – 59.26%
• Administrators – 2
• Support Staff – 7
• MSIP:  Fully Accredited
• District Operated Transportation
• District Operated Food Service
• Other Programs:
  • Parents as Teachers Program
  • FCCLA, Quiz Bowl, NHS, Student Council
  • A+ Program/Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit
  • Online Courses Offered
  • Grand River Technical
  • Outstanding: Culture, Community Support, Early Childhood & Extra Curricular Success

Application Time Line:

• Applications must be received by – Wednesday, February 11, 2026
• Screening to begin – Ongoing during the application period
• Interviews Tentative Dates – Week of February 16-20, 2026
• Anticipated Contract Offer Date – No later than Friday, February 27, 2026
• Contract Begins – July 1, 2026

Salary/Benefits Information:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Salary Range:  $85,000-$105,000.
• Administrative experience required/ Central Office administrative experience preferred.
• Missouri Superintendent’s Certificate or eligibility thereof required. 
• Board paid insurance benefits including health and life. 
• Initial two-year contract may be considered.
• Living in the district is preferred.

Application Guidelines:

• Submit a completed application form and current resume with three letters of reference.
• Include a cover letter directed to the Breckenridge R-I Board of Education – Describe reasons for interest in the position and provide a record of significant accomplishments over the past five years.
• Provide evidence of Missouri Superintendent Certificate (copy of certificate).
• Provide transcripts and current placement papers or credentials.
• Include any other supporting documents that would enhance the application file.
• Please note that the Selected finalist will provide a copy of his/her most recent background check prior to official employment.

Application Procedure:

• Download application for Breckenridge R-I on MARE website (www.moare.com)
• Forward application (Email only) and support materials to:
  • Breckenridge R-I Superintendent Search
  • Attn:  Dr. Margret Anderson, Search Consultant
  • Phone # - (816) 898-0005
  • Fax # - (660) 747-8160
  • Email:  mg2.anderson@gmail.com

Breckenridge R-I is an equal opportunity employer.  Refer to announcement for contact information.  Applicants are asked to NOT make direct contact with the board of education members. Initial applications will be kept confidential, however, all applications, letters of reference, resumes, transcripts, credentials, etc. for the purpose of this application process will, upon receipt, become the sole property of the Breckenridge R-I Board of Education, and shall remain their property indefinitely.