SVUN0329316-VT0006
2025-07-01T00:00:00
2025-01-10T00:00:00
The Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union is seeking a Superintendent to serve as the chief executive officer of the Supervisory Union and its member School Districts. The SVSU’s motto is “Imagine the Possibilities” and we are seeking an experienced leader who will partner with our boards, schools, and communities to chart a future-focused plan and move forward with a shared, student-centered vision.About the Supervisory UnionThe SVSU comprises five member school districts with individual boards and a supervisory union board and has an annual operating budget of $100 Million. SVSU’s dedicated administrators, support staff, and faculty, encompass the region’s second-largest employer and provide a wealth of learning opportunities in 10 schools, plus early education and therapeutic intervention programs serving over 3000 students. SVSU has strong relationships with community partners and a track record of community support for responsible budgets. Please visit www.svsu.org to learn more about SVSU and the communities SVSU serves.About the RegionThe SVSU encompasses 8 towns in southwest Vermont: Arlington, Bennington, Glastonbury, North Bennington, Pownal, Sandgate, Shaftsbury, and Woodford. Southwest Vermont is surrounded by the Taconic Mountain Range and Green Mountain National Forest and offers a rich array of arts, outdoor activities, history, dining, farmers markets, and more. The region’s largest employer is Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, an award-winning hospital. To learn more about the area, visit https://www.bennington.com/.QualificationsAppropriate certification. Successful experience in teaching, school administration, and educational leadership. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in the areas of school administration, financial management, personnel management, planning, and public relations.Strong leadership skills, including the ability to attract and work with talented professionals. Strong oral and written communication skills for a variety of settings, including professional, school, governmental, judicial, administrative, and public settings.Skills and personal qualities that promote respect for the office of Superintendent, the schools, and SVSU communities.Demonstrated ability to attain respect, both personally and professionally, from members of the community, professional colleagues, staff, and others.Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of honesty, integrity, ethical conduct, and personal responsibility for self and others.Demonstrated interest in professional and personal growth (i.e., through coursework, workshops, conferences, events, and activities).A collaborator who is able to engage with our communities and their members along with the various organizations that support students, families, and schools.SalaryCompetitive salary based on experience, range $165,000-$190,000.Submit 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 10, 2025. All inquiries should be directed to Tracy Wrend, Vermont School Board Association Search Consultant, at tracy.wrend@gmail.com.
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Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union
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