Superintendent of Schools

ANNOUNCEMENT The Orange East Supervisory Union invites applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools beginning July 1, 2025. We seek an experienced, student-centered, and community-minded educational leader with excellent communication and management skills. We seek a leader who will work with administrators and school teams to continue to partner with the school boards to improve student achievement. THE ORANGE EAST COMMUNITIES Orange East Supervisory Union, located in the beautiful Upper Valley of the Connecticut River, boasts scenic beauty, abundant outdoor activities, and easy access to Interstate 91. The supervisory union comprises four school districts with seven schools and a technical center serving over 1,600 pupils in grades pre-K through twelve, covering the towns of Bradford, Newbury, Corinth, Thetford, Groton, Ryegate, Wells River, and Topsham. QUALIFICATIONS The Superintendent of Schools serves as an educational leader and provides general supervision of the public schools in the supervisory union, performing duties as prescribed by the laws of the State (Title 16, Sec. 303) and by the school boards of the OESU. The Superintendent is responsible to inspire, lead, guide and direct every member of the administrative, instructional and support services teams in the educational setting and achieving the highest standards of excellence, so that each student enrolled in the schools may be provided with a complete, valuable, meaningful and personally rewarding education. The ideal candidate will be: A transparent communicator who enjoys and welcomes listening to and engaging with multiple and diverse stakeholder groups A student-centered leader who will have the well-being and success of students at the heart of all decisions. A collaborative leader who creates a work environment where all team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to perform at their best An approachable, calm, and caring educational mentor committed to elevating and inspiring all to a higher level of personal and professional accountability and achievement The successful candidate will have demonstrated positive working experiences with community members and educational groups. CREDENTIALS Evidence of Vermont licensure as superintendent of schools or being appropriately licensed on or before the first day of employment EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE: Advanced degree in administrative studies Administrative experience Classroom teaching experience preferred POSITION TYPE: Full-time SALARY: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications TIMELINE Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Preference will be given to applications received by March 24, 2025 April 7, 2025: First-round interviews Week of April 15:Semi-finalists’ interviews Week of April 22: BOARD INTERVIEWS July 1, 2025: Start date Additional information about OESU may be found at: http://www.oesu.org/ The salary range for this position is based on levels of education and experience. Only completed, online applications at School Spring will be accepted. Online applications must include a profile, letter, resume, references, transcripts, and certifications. Questions may be addressed to: Elaine Pinckney, Consultant efpinck@gmail.com