Superintendent Vacancies

	District:	Kenosha Unified School District No. 1
Job Title:		Superintendent of Schools
Start Date:		July 1, 2008
Application Deadline:		Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
Description:		The Kenosha Unified School District No. 1 seeks an outstanding leader to serve a student population of 22,500+ in 24 elementary, 5 charter, 6 middle, 6 high (1 alternative), an early childhood program, a military academy and an e-school. The total operating budget for 2007/08 is approximately $224 million. The Kenosha Unified School District is a growing, progressive, dynamic, urban public K-12 district with an enrollment of 22,500+ students (19 percent Hispanic; 16 percent African American; 62 percent Caucasian; and 4 percent Asian/other). Kenosha is located 30 miles south of Milwaukee and 60 miles north of Chicago on the shore of beautiful Lake Michigan. The Board seeks a community spirited, and highly skilled innovative educational leader who will advance excellence in every aspect of the organization’s operation. The new superintendent should have a proven track record for leading a similar majority/minority urban school district in the improvement of student achievement. Come work with a team of administrators committed to excellence in educational leadership. The successful candidate must be an exceptional leader with strong interpersonal skills and the passion to motivate others to raise the academic bar for all students. A Doctorate or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university (Doctorate Degree preferred) and eligibility for Wisconsin certification as a Superintendent of Schools is required. Candidates must demonstrate instructional knowledge and skills as well as provide evidence as to how their leadership has had an affect on student achievement and behavior as noted through data trends. Candidates must also have skills in organizing ideas and presenting them with clarity and conciseness, establishing and maintaining working relationships based on mutual confidence and respect, identifying problems and their resolutions, evaluation of performance potential as revealed through interviews and other means of observation, organizing and maintaining simultaneous progress in a considerable variety of detailed operations involving many different people and processes; knowledge of the scope and relationships of the position to the total educational program; sufficient knowledge and understanding of functions related to the position to provide leadership in the maintenance and improvement of an efficient and effective program; demonstrated sound judgment, social competency, adaptability, self-confidence, emotional maturity, initiative, enthusiasm, and resourcefulness; dedication to duty and the ability to act consistently; and ability to evaluate a program through observation and examination of stated objectives and related results.
Application:		Candidates applying are instructed to address their education, training and experience in relation to the qualifications in the preceding paragraphs. Qualified minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Appointment to this position is subject to confirmation by the School Board and effective soon thereafter. The Board offers a comprehensive benefit package including District paid employee portion of retirement contributions. Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer. Applicants must apply online at website below and submit a letter of interest and resume to Kenosha Unified School District No. 1, Educational Support Center, Office of Human Resources, 3600 52nd Street, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 53144; (262) 653-6116 (FAX);
Email:		Personnel Department
Web Site:		Kenosha Unified School District No. 1

	District:	Kiel Area School District
Job Title:		District Administrator
Start Date:		Not supplied
Application Deadline:		July 15, 2008
Description:		The Kiel Area School District is currently seeking applications for the position of District Administrator. The Kiel Area School District is a small (1500+), primarily rural school district located in East-central Wisconsin that prides itself on doing big things in K-12 education. It is an expectation of the Kiel Area community that the qualified applicant be a gifted educational leader. This includes a strong vision for education and our youth, a thorough understanding of current and future educational practices and trends, a passion for strong community relationships and possession of good communication skills. The individual we wish to hire for this position must have the desire to encourage innovation and creativity, and the ability to focus students, staff, and community on the educational goals of the school district. Accessibility, complemented by good judgment and sound leadership and financial skills are primary characteristics the Board of Education is seeking in a qualified candidate
Application:		Please send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, license, and 3 letters of reference to Mrs. Sheila Lefeber, District Secretary, P.O. Box 201, Kiel, WI 53042-0201. A district application must be completed and returned by the application deadline.
Email:		Sheila Lefeber
Web Site:		Kiel Area School District

	District:	Oshkosh Area School District
Job Title:		Superintendent
Start Date:		TBD/Flexible
Application Deadline:		Application file reviews will begin on July 10.
Description:		The Board of Education, community and staff of the Oshkosh Area School District, located in the scenic and prosperous Fox Valley, are seeking a skilled educational leader to guide and inspire this attractive and vital school community. The Oshkosh Area School District Superintendent will lead an instructional staff serving nearly 10,500 students in early childhood education through twelfth grade. To learn more about the Oshkosh Area School District and community, go to the school district website at www.oshkosh.k12.wi.us. A regionally competitive compensation package will be offered. Qualifications: Applicants must hold or be eligible for a Wisconsin superintendent’s license.
Application:		For more information or to apply on-line, please go to website below or contact: Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates, Ltd. 1151 Waukegan Road, Glenview, IL, 60025, Tel: (847) 724-8465
Email:		Not supplied
Web Site:		Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates, Ltd.

	District:	Princeton School District
Job Title:		Superintendent/K-12 Principal
Start Date:		July 1, 2009 – possibly January 1, 2009
Application Deadline:		Not supplied
Description:		The Princeton School District is a PreK-12 district located in Marquette and Green Lake Counties and has an approximate enrollment of 380 students. The district has an annual budget of $5.3 million and employs 39 teachers and 16 support staff. While the start date is July 1, 2009, the Board may have an interest in a transition period starting January 1, 2009. Salary is negotiable. Must hold a current Wisconsin Certificate as a District Administrator (Superintendent of Schools) or be able to secure such a certificate. Refer to website below for additional information about the district.
Application:		The application must include the following: • A Letter of Application • A Current Resume • Transcripts and Credentials from college/university Send all application materials to: Princeton School District SCF Educational Consultants, LLC Rick Carlson and Don Stevens, Consultants 460 Hawthorne St. Neenah, WI 54956
Email:		Not supplied
Web Site:		Princeton School District

	District:	Washington-Caldwell School District
Job Title:		Superintendent/K-8 Principal
Start Date:		By November 3, 2008
Application Deadline:		Postmark by July 18, 2008
Description:		The Washington-Caldwell School District is a K-8 Elementary school system located in north central Racine County. The students feed into Waterford Union High School for grades 9-12. The district has an annual budget of $3.1 million and employs 22 instructional staff and 11 support staff. The board is interested in securing the best candidate and as such is willing to consider a logical transition period for an agreeable starting date. Salary is negotiable. Candidates must hold a current Wisconsin Certificate as a District Administrator (Superintendent of Schools) or be able to secure such a certificate upon employment. Please refer to web site listed for additional information about the district.
Application:		A description of the application process and the Stage One application form may be downloaded from WASB's web site below or an e‐mail application package may be requested from Delta Smith at email below or at 608‐257‐2622. The Stage Two application form is available on the WASB Web site
Email:		Delta Smith
Web Site:		WASB