Close Date:
11/25/2018

**IMPORTANT: Do NOT send application materials to the Red Clay Consolidated School District. All application materials must be submitted electronically by 11:59 PM on November 25, 2018 via https://www.cognitoforms.com/UDIPA1/RedClayConsolidatedSchoolDistrictSuperintendentSearch

POSITION: Superintendent of Schools

CLOSING DATE: November 25, 2018 at 11:59 PM

REPORTS TO: Red Clay Consolidated School District Board of Education

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Lead the District's instructional programs and strategic planning for instructional practices and programming that will produce increased student achievement; direct and oversee curriculum, instructional design and implementation strategies, as well as assessment to increase student achievement across a diverse population of students. Demonstrated knowledge of, and successful experience in, sound fiscal practices and equitable management of district resources. Oversee more than 2,300 full-time employees, including 1,300 teachers serving more than 16,000 students in 15 elementary schools, six middle schools, five high schools and two special education schools located in urban and suburban locations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess, or qualify for, State of Delaware School Leader II Certification or a Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent Certification.
• Relevant Master's Degree (as required by certification); an earned doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of nine years full-time combined public education experience that must include at least five years teaching experience and a minimum of two years experience each as a building leader and a district-level administrator; experience in Delaware public schools required.
• Working knowledge of Delaware's public education system laws, regulations, and budget practices preferred.
• Documented success as an instructional leader with a proven record for improving student achievement at every level; advocate for continuing professional development at every level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development, instructional practices, and program evaluation for meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
• Knowledge and experience in innovative program design and evaluation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within diverse stakeholder groups; District advocate with all relevant constituencies, elected officials, and the larger community.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as chief administrative officer of the District and Executive Secretary of the Board of Education; responsible for the daily administration of the District; provide leadership in working with parents and/or all relevant constituencies within or outside the District.
• Formulate vision and provide strategic direction for all District administrative and instructional activities; supervise directly or through delegation, all activities of the school system in an ethical manner and in accordance with the policies of the Board.
• Develop educational goals and objectives for the District.
• Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations to the Board of Education, District personnel, parents and community groups; prepare relevant statutory reports and recommendations.
• Work with District administrators and building leaders to define performance expectations and evaluate the performance of principals.
• Prepare and submit a recommended annual budget to the Board; monitor and evaluate budgets and grants.
• Establish District instructional and financial priorities; collaborate with District departments to utilize various funding sources to maximize learning opportunities for students.
• Work collaboratively with the Delaware Department of Education, elected officials at every level, and other education and business leaders on initiatives and development activities related to District vision and goals.

SALARY:

Competitive salary based upon experience, qualifications and meeting Board criteria

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

All application materials must be submitted online.

• Letter of interest detailing relevant professional accomplishments.
• Current resume or CV including education, employment history, and professional certification(s).
• Names and contact information of three individuals familiar with your professional capabilities.
• Proof of possession or eligibility for State of Delaware School Leader II Certification or a Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent Certificate.
• Essay responses (not to exceed 500 words each) to the following questions:
  • Considering Red Clay provides unique educational opportunities to all students, describe two initiatives developed under your leadership that led to positive outcomes for all students. Please provide examples that pertain to two different student populations with one example highlighting high need students.
  • Describe your management style and give examples of techniques and/or strategies you have utilized that have motivated staff at all levels.

SUBMITTING APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Do NOT send application materials to the Red Clay Consolidated School District. All application materials must be submitted electronically by 11:59 PM on November 25, 2018 via https://www.cognitoforms.com/UDIPA1/RedClayConsolidatedSchoolDistrictSuperintendentSearch

INQUIRIES REGARDING SEARCH PROCESS OR APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Direct inquiries to:

Fran Fletcher, Associate Policy Scientist

Institute for Public Administration, University of Delaware
177 Graham Hall Newark, DE 19716

franf@udel.edu

APPLICANT SCREENING PROCESS AND ANTICIPATED TIMELINE:

Review of applications will begin immediately after the posting closes on November 25, 2018. All applications will be evaluated by a three-person panel of subject-matter experts (SMEs) familiar with district-level public education administration. Based on the SME assessments, a sub-set of applicants will be invited to make public presentations on a relevant topic at District-sponsored meetings. The Board expects to interview finalists and will select the new superintendent by mid-February, 2019. An appointment date will be set by mutual agreement.

MISCELLANEOUS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Employment is conditional upon receipt of an acceptable criminal background report and a child abuse registry check showing you are not on the registry at any level.
State of Delaware requires new employees to be paid by direct deposit and to be part of a lag payroll system as a condition of employment.

The Red Clay Consolidated School District is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, handicap, veterans' status, domicile, genetic information, or any legally protected characteristic. Inquiries should be directed to Debra Davenport, Human Resources at (302) 552-3783.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of someone in this position.

Start Date: Negotiable

Reports To: Board of Education

A person may not be employed by a public school employer in any position requiring licensure and certification if the person does not meet licensure and certification requirements established under Chapter 12 of [Title 14 of the Delaware Code]..., except pursuant to a license extension and/or emergency certificate issued pursuant to Chapter 12. See 14 Del. C.§ 1313.

Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all new employees hired after December 31, 1995

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