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Superintendent/Chief
Executive Officer
Success and Career Academy
South Bend, IN

Position Available:     
Superintendent/Chief Executive Officer

 
District:
Success and Career Academy
South Bend, Indiana  

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or school administration, EDS and or PHD preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years educational experience with a combination of both classroom and building/district level experience.
  • Senior level executives with a proven record of significant managerial success in other fields and with no prior educational experience will be considered.

Consultants Assisting the Board:
Dr. John Sawyer III, 312-218-1751 john.sawyer@schoolexecconnect.com
Gregory Wright, 708-932-7276 gregory.wright@schoolexecconnect.com

HIGHLIGHTS:
The Board of Directors of Career and Success Academy Charter School (CSACS) is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the next superintendent beginning June 1, 2020 CSACS is an independent K-12 public charter school located in two award-winning facilities that are considered benchmarks for educational environments. Innovative and award-winning CSACS provides a high-quality project-based curriculum that integrates rigorous academics with career preparation, serving a diverse population of 1344 students, (48% White, 37% Black, 10% Multi-Racial, 5% Other), with continued growth and expansion plans. The Board seeks an innovative risk-taking leader to expand the existing entrepreneurial and growth initiatives at CSACS.

Salary Offered:
The Board will offer a regionally competitive compensation package       

Search Calendar:  (The Board reserves the right to extend all dates.)

  • Accepting Applications Through April 10, 2020 
  • Selected Candidates Taken to the Superintendent: May 15, 2020
  • Start: June 1, 2020

Application Process:

  • Apply for the position through this Website if you are interested in this position.
  • Please submit the required credentials through this Website. 

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Executive Director
Joseph Academy
Des Plaines, IL

Position Available:  
Executive Director
Joseph Academy

Address:
1101 Gregory Street Des Plaines, IL 60016

Qualifications:

  • Former Type 75 or Principal License required
  • Masters or Doctorate Degree as well as former Type 73 endorsement preferred
  • Successful Special Education Administrative Experience
  • Knowledge of public and non-public special education therapeutic programs
  • Understanding of contemporary approaches to Behavior Management

Advisors to The Board:
SCHOOL EXEC CONNECT
Dr. Harry Rossi              847-370-8956             hprossi30@hotmail.com
Mr. David Peterson      630-533-1009              dpeterson6325@gmail.com

Mission
The mission at Joseph Academy is to serve children and adolescents with behavioral; emotional, and learning disorders by helping them develop the social, academic, and vocational skills they need to function in society. A year-round therapeutic program at sites in Des Plaines, IL and Melrose Park, IL is offered which prepares students to reenter the mainstream environment.

Students
Joseph Academy’s approximately 85 students come from more than thirty different school communities and are placed in their programs through a comprehensive process.

Salary Offered:
Regionally Competitive

Joseph Academy  Website:
www.josephacademy.org

Search Calendar:  (The Board Reserves the Right to Adjust the Schedule)

  • Accepting Applications Through:                           Early-April
  • Selected Candidate Names to the Board:            Mid-April
  • First and Second Interviews:                                  Mid/Late- April
  • Board Action on New Principal:                             Late April/Early May
  • Principal Start Date:                                                 July 1, 2020

 

Application Process:
Apply for the Position through the SCHOOL EXEC CONNECT website
Submit Required Credentials through the SCHOOL EXEC CONNECT website

 

Applicants are asked not to contact Board members directly.

 

 

 

 

 

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Superintendent/District Administrator
School District of Altoona
Altoona, WI

Position Available: Superintendent/District Administrator

District Name: School District of Altoona

District Address:  1903 Bartlett Ave., Altoona Wisconsin

Qualifications: Hold or be eligible for licensure as a District Administrator or Superintendent in Wisconsin.  Experience as a Superintendent, District Administrator, District Office Position or Principal setting preferred.  Demonstrate strong commitment to student achievement, building partnerships in the community, supporting staff learning and development, and supporting all students in meeting their individual needs.

Consultants Assisting the Board:  Dr. Kenneth (Ken) Dragseth (952-210-2790), Mr. Robert (Bob) Ostlund (612-308-8997)

District Highlights: The vision for the district is “Engage. Equip. Empower.” The mission is “Offering Large School Opportunities with a Small School Approach.”  Its values are: Student-Focused, Respect, Responsibility, Empathy, Joy, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, Safety.

  • Altoona’s School Board uses the Coherent Governance Model in guiding the Boards meetings and leadership
  • Altoona is a district where students feel connected and supported so they can learn, explore and realize their unique potential
  • Altoona is a district where all staff find purpose, worthwhile work and the opportunity to make a difference
  • All schools and departments work in partnership to serve our students, parents and community
  • Persistent focus on efficiency and effectiveness in all processes results in the highest return on investment
  • Strong promotion of optimal academic and emotional growth to empower individuals to become caring, competent, responsible citizens enabling them to succeed in an ever-changing world
  • Excellent certified and non-certified staff who are committed to student growth
  • Engaged student body with high participation rates in school activities and academic achievement
  • Superior financial management of the district
  • Safe and secure environment for learning
  • Strong Continuous Improvement Cycle in curriculum. K12 curriculum maps have been designed using Understanding by Design
  • Strong support services such as technology, library, counseling services and special education services
  • Altoona has a population of about 7,000 with over 581 businesses
  • US News and World Report Silver Medal High School
  • School Board committed to developing a vison and goals for the district and helping implement them
  • Outstanding community support and involvement
  • Referendum passed in November 2014, new energy-efficient elementary school, capital improvements, safety and health-related building and site improvements

Communities Served:  The School District of Altoona includes the City of Altoona, a portion of the Town of Washington and to a much smaller extent the Town of Lincoln and the City of Eau Claire.  The district extends six miles to the east, south to Highway AA, southwest to Otter Creek.  The northern border is Lake Altoona.  Fairfax Avenue is the western limit.

Student Population: 1600

District Budget:  20 million

District Schools:

  • Altoona Elementary School (K-3)
  • Altoona Intermediate School (4-5)
  • Altoona Middle School (6-8)
  • Altoona High School (9-12)

Search Calendar:

  • Application Deadline: April 10, 2020
  • Selected candidates taken to the Board on: April 16, 2020
  • First round interviews on: April 18, 2020
  • Second round interviews on:  April 20, 21, 22
  • Position Begins: July 1, 20120

Compensation Package Offered: Regionally Competitive/negotiable

District Website: www.altoona.k12.wi.us

Application Process:

Apply through the website www.schoolexecconnect.com if you are interested in this position.

You will be asked to complete the online application and present a cover letter, resume, copies of graduate transcripts, at least four reference letters, and proof of certification to support your candidacy.

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Superintendent
Rockford Area Schools
Rockford, MN

Note:  Changes Due to Coronavirus Outbreak.  See Schedule Changes.  All Interviews will be Virtual.

Position Available:
Superintendent of Schools
Rockford Area Schools

Address:
Rockford Area Schools
6051 Ash St.
Rockford, MN  55373

Communities Served:
Rockford, Greenfield, Corcoran and Rockford Township

Qualifications:
Hold or be eligible for licensure as Superintendent in Minnesota.  

Consultants Assisting the Board: 
Dr. Kenneth Dragseth  mdragseth@comcast.net        952 210-2790
Dr. David Clough        daveanddonnacl@msn.com      847 644-5556

District Snapshot:

  • This beautiful community is just west of the Twin Cities – straddling the Crow River in Western Hennepin and Eastern Wright Counties
  • The unique locale of the District offers its residents “the best of both worlds”.  It is neither suburban nor rural – but rather a small community adjacent to the suburbs and just 30 minutes from the heart of downtown Minneapolis.
  • The District serves 1,640 students and employs 110 licensed staff members in one high school (Gr. 9-12), one middle school (Gr. 5-8), and one elementary school (Gr. K-5)
  • All schools have magnet programs:  The Elementary serves as an Arts Magnet, The Middle School is a STEM Magnet with a focus on environmental education and The High School is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Program, all supported as a part of the North West Suburban Integration School District collaborative
  • The majority of our students participate in numerous and varied extra-curricular activities, including boys and girls athletics, through participation in the Wright County Conference and The Minnesota State High School League as well as a renowned vocal/instrumental music program
  • Rockford Middle School has been named a National Green Ribbon School for its environmental efforts
  • The community provides excellent additional support for its students, their schools and their activities each year.  Groups such as ISD 883 Dollars for Scholars, Rockford ISD 883 Education Foundation, the Rocket Boosters and Music Partners provide invaluable assistance
  • Teachers are represented by Education Minnesota in collective bargaining

Search Calendar:

  • Applications Due:  March 23 (Early Applications are Encouraged)
  • Presentation of Selected Candidates to the Board:  March 30
  • School Board First Interviews:  March 31 (Virtual)
  • Stakeholder Interviews:  April 6 (Virtual)
  • School Board Final Interviews:  April 8 (Virtual)
  • Announcement of New Superintendent:  April 2020
  • Position Begins:  July 1, 2020

Compensation Package Offered:  Regionally Competitive

District Website:   www.rockford.k12.mn.us

Application Process: 
Apply for the position through the School Exec Connect website:
www.schoolexecconnect.com

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Superintendent
Eastern Carver County School District 112
Chaska, MN

Position Available:
Superintendent of Schools
Eastern Carver County School District 112

Address:
11 Peavey Road
Chaska, MN 55318

Schools:
ELEMENTARY/KINDERGARTEN SCHOOLS

BLUFF CREEK ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)
2300 Coulter Blvd.
Chanhassen, MN 55317

CARVER ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)
1717 Ironwood Drive                                                                                     
Carver, MN 55315

CHANHASSEN ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)
7600 Laredo Drive                                                                                           
Chanhassen, MN 55317

CLOVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)
114000 Hundertmark Road                                                                             
Chaska, MN 55318

COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
110600 Village Road                                                                                       
Chaska, MN 55318

EAST UNION ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)
15655 County Road 43                                                                                   
Carver, MN 55315

JONATHAN ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)               
110300 Pioneer Trail West                                                                             
Chaska, MN 55318

LA ACADANIA AND KINDER ACADEMY-TWO-WAY, DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION SCHOOL (K-5 GRADE)
1800 No. Chestnut Street                                                                                
Chaska, MN 55318

VICTORIA ELEMENTARY (K-5 GRADE)  
9300 Red Fox Drive                                                                                        
Victoria, MN 55386

MIDDLE SCHOOLS (6-8 GRADE)

CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST
1600 Park Ridge Drive                                                                                    
Chaska, MN 55318

CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL WEST
140 Engler Blvd.
Chaska, MN 55318

PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
1085 Pioneer Trail East                                                                                  
Chaska, MN 55318

HIGH SCHOOLS   (9-12 GRADE)

CHANHASSEN HIGH SCHOOL
2200 Lyman Blvd.                                                                                           
Chanhassen, MN 55317

CHASKA HIGH SCHOOL
545 Pioneer Trail                                                                                          
Chaska, MN 55318-1499

INTEGRATED ARTS ACADEMY
11 Peavey Road                                                                                              
Chaska, MN 55318-2321

STAR PROGRAM FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS TRANSITIONING INTO ADULTHOOD & INDEPENDENCE
309 Lake Hazeltine Drive
Chaska, MN 55318-2321

Communities Served:  
Carver, Chaska, Chanhassen, Victoria

Qualifications:
Hold or be eligible for Minnesota Superintendent Certification

Advisors to the Board:
SCHOOL EXEC CONNECT
www.schoolexecconnect.com  
Dr. Kenneth Dragseth   952-210-2790         mdragseth@comcast.net
Dr. David Clough              847-644-5556      daveanddonnacl@msn.com 
 

Fast Facts:

  • 9,620 Students (76% White, 24% Minority)
  • Attendance Rate: 95.8%
  • Graduation Rate: 94.9%
  • Average Class Size: K= 20.57, Gr. 1-2= 23.82, Gr. 3= 25.32, Gr. 4-5= 27.32, and Gr. 6-12= 30.52
  • ACT Composite Average: 22.6

Highlights: 

  • The District is located southwest of Minneapolis in Carver County, MN.
  • The District recently implemented teacher evaluation and alternative compensation programs, and a principal evaluation system.
  • Budget stability – recently completed $10M reduction over 2 years and has received several consecutive years of financial reporting awards and clean audits.
  • The District Administration includes the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning, the Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Human Resources, Director of Specialized Services, Director of Community Education and Director of Communications/Community Relations, and Director of Equity and Inclusion.
  • The District Administration includes the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning, the Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Human Resources, Director of Specialized Services, Director of Community Education, Director of Communications/Community Relations, and Director of Equity and Inclusion.
  • The District is a regional leader in personalized learning. It coordinates an annual summit with other school districts in the area that are on the journey of personalizing learning.
  • Voters supported referenda in 2013 and 2015 by 70 percent margins, which are among the strongest approval rates anywhere in Minnesota. However, they lost the last referenda by narrow margins for an operating and bond referenda. The Capital Project Referenda (Security & Technology) was renewed for 10 years
  • Opened a new elementary school in Carver in 2017, along with a new swimming pool and multipurpose (domed) facility. During this same time period, classroom additions were made at two elementary schools.
  • Chaska and Chanhassen high schools are ranked by various websites and publications among the top 10 to top 20, depending on the publication.
  • Students are offered a wide range of curricular options allowing them to pursue their passions including a selection of 27 different AP courses.
  • 85 percent of graduates attend a 4-year college/university following graduation.
  • 78 percent of high school students participate in athletics and activities.
  • The district has a strong commitment to developing teachers as it is the proven way to advance student learning. Spending on instructional support is among the highest in Minnesota.
  • District staff and administrators regularly present at local, state and national conferences.

Financial Information:

  • 2019-20 Budget
    • Total General Fund Operating Budget:  $130 million
    • Total Operating Budget (general, community services & nutrition services funds): $143.9 million
    • Total Budget – All Funds: $175.5 million
  • 2018-19 Total PK-12 Operating Funds cost per pupil:  $16,187
  • Average 2019-20 Teacher Salary:  $94,450 (salary + benefits)
  • District has received ASBO’s Certificate of Excellence for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) annually since FY 2010-11
  • District has received ASBO’s Meritorious Budget Award annually since FY 2017-18
  • Moody’s Investor’s Services assigned an underlying rating of Aa2 for Eastern Carver County Schools (as of 1-15-2016)
  • Percentage of Revenue from local property tax: General Fund = 21%, All Funds = 28%
  • Link to district’s most recent CAFR (2018-19) CAFR – ECCS – 6-30-19 .pdf – Google Drive

Organizational/Union Affiliation of Teachers:
Teachers are represented by the Chaska Educational Association. The teacher contract expires June 30, 2021.

Salary Offered:
Regionally Competitive

District Website: www.district112.org  

Search Calendar: (The Board Reserves the Right to Adjust the Schedule)

  • Accepting Applications Through:                                April 25, 2020             
  • Selected Candidates Names Taken to the Board:    May 4, 2020        
  • Board First Interviews:                                                  May 5, 6, 2020
  • Board Second Interviews:                                             May 11-13, 2020        
  • Board Action on New Superintendent:                       May 2020
  • Superintendent Start Date:                                           July 1, 2020        

Application Process:
Apply for the Position through the schoolexecconnect.com website  
Submit Required Credentials through the schoolexecconnect.com website

APPLICANTS ARE ASKED TO NOT CONTACT SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS DIRECTLY

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Superintendent
Independent School District 317
Deer River, MN

Position Available: Superintendent

District Name: Independent School District 317 in Deer River, Minnesota

District Address: 101 First Ave NE; P.O. Box 307; Deer River, Minnesota 56636

District Website: www.isd317.org

Qualifications: Hold or be eligible for licensure as a Superintendent in Minnesota. Experience as a superintendent or in a district office setting preferred. Demonstrates strong commitment to student achievement, technology integration, collaborative leadership, supporting students with diverse backgrounds, professional development, transparent fiscal management and working in trusting partnership with the School Board, staff and community.

District Schools:

  • King Elementary
  • Deer River High School

Student Population: 878                

Staff: 240

District Budget: $18 million

Consultants Assisting the Board: Bob Ostlund (612-308-8997), Patty Phillips (651-357-0996)

District Highlights: The district lives out its mission: “Dedicated to Developing Life-Long Learners Prepared to Succeed in an Ever-Changing World” (HOPE. HAPPINESS. SUCCESS. bagosendam. minawaanigozi. gashkitoon.)

  • Encouraging and dedicated staff focused on continuous academic improvement, student growth and achievement with King Elementary highlighted on the Star Tribune’s list of schools “beating the odds”
  • An inspiring environment focused on learning for all; the first district in northern Minnesota to embed professional development in the work week of teachers
  • Transformation of Indian Education resulting in improved achievement, increased enrollment and an American Indian graduation rate touted by the Commissioner of Education and Minnesota Public Radio
  • Innovative district with state-of-the-art technology; and the first in the region to implement a student technology initiative following thoughtful research, planning, staff development and a pilot project
  • Supportive parents and community
  • 2015 passage of bond referendum for a school/community facility
  • Great opportunities for students with College in the Schools and strong athletics, arts and activities programs
  • Expanded elementary school includes ten early childhood rooms, a senior citizen center, Boys and Girls Club, STEM classroom and space for communities’ needs
  • The only rural Minnesota Full-Service Community School model, a collaborative program that integrates 4-H, Targeted Services, Community Education, Indian Education, Scouts, and other groups to meet the academic, social, emotional and cultural needs of students
  • Collaborative partnerships including but not limited to Itasca Area Schools Collaborative (IASC) and Education Innovation Partners (EIP)

 

Communities Served: Gateway to the Chippewa National Forest and surrounded by lakes, rivers, and many recreational attractions, Independent School District 317 covers approximately 540 square miles and is located in North Central Minnesota in Itasca County, which is geographically the third largest county in the state of Minnesota. Deer River is located between the Leech Lake Indian Reservation and northern Minnesota’s Iron Range and is an area known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation.

 

Bargaining Groups/Contract Expirations:

  • Teachers-Education Minnesota (Contract Expiration June 30, 2021)
  • Clerical, Paraprofessional, Custodians, Food Service-Minnesota Council 65, AFSCME, AFL-CIO, Local Union 498 (with contract expiration June 30, 2020)

Search Calendar:

  • Application Deadline: April 18, 2020
  • Candidate slate recommended to the Board: April 24, 2020
  • First round interviews: April 25, 2020
  • Second round interviews: April 27, 28, and *29 (*if needed)
  • Projected superintendent contract action by Board: May 11, 2020
  • Superintendent start date: July 1, 2020

Compensation Package Offered: Regionally Competitive

Application Process:

*Apply through School Exec Connect’s website www.schoolexecconnect.com

*You will be asked to complete the online application and submit through the School Exec Connect’s website a cover letter, resume, copies of graduate transcripts, at least four reference letters, and proof of certification to support your candidacy.