What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent of Schools position at Springfield School District?
Job Description
The Springfield School District is seeking an experienced administrator to lead the coordination of a comprehensive PreK-12 educational program for approximately 1200 students and 125 teachers. There are four schools: Elm Hill Primary School ; Union Street Elementary School; Riverside Middle School, and Springfield High School, which is co-located with the Technical Center that is its own district. For more information about the Springfield School District, please visit www.ssdvt.org
The Springfield Community
The Town of Springfield has a population of 9,062 based on the 2020 Census. It is located within Windsor County in southeastern Vermont and is bordered by the Towns of Weathersfield, Chester, Rockingham, and Charlestown, NH, with its eastern boundary along the Connecticut River. It is one of the larger communities in the County, with a high concentration of commercial and industrial activity. It has local access to Interstate 91 and State highways including US Route 5, VT Routes 10, 11, and 106, which connect with large population areas outside the Town. Springfield is 17 miles from Okemo Mountain Ski Resort; 15 miles from Magic Mountain; 2.5 hours from Boston; 4 hours from New York City; 3.5 hours from Montreal; 2 hours from Hartford; and 2 hours from Burlington. For more information about the community and region, please see our town profile, springfield802.com, and thinkvermont.com.
Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced PreK-12 visionary leader and student-centered strategic thinker, who is current on educational trends, but also data-driven and evidence-based in decision-making. Our next superintendent will be
- an accomplished financial manager.
- an ambassador for Springfield schools.
- Licensed in Vermont or eligible.
- Advanced degree in administrative studies or education.
- Administrative and teaching experience.
District Priorities
Candidates who have a proven track record in the following areas will be given the greatest consideration.
- Communication: a good listener who is a uniter, clear, genuine, and respectful
- Accessibility: open-minded, transparent, inclusive, honest, compassionate, energetic
- Collaboration: in partnership with the school board, faculty, and staff sharing Springfield’s vision/mission, team player, and bridge builder with the community
- Visionary Leadership: well organized, holds staff accountable, embraces diversity, inspires positive school cultures and climates
- Advocacy: strong statewide connections
- Positivity: upbeat, future-focused, able to lift and improve the school district and its community
- Problem solver: innovative thinker who is fiscally responsible
Salary
Competitive salary based on experience.
Interested applicants should apply online through the district website or schoolspring.com. Complete the online application and attach a letter of interest, resume, 3 current letters of recommendation, copies of transcripts, and proof of Vermont licensure or eligibility for Vermont licensure. Only complete applications will be considered.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Preference will be given to applications received by January 6, 2025. All inquiries should be directed to Tracy Wrend, VSBA Search Consultant at tracy.wrend@gmail.com.
