STAUNTON CITY SCHOOLS
DIVISION SUPERINTENDENT
The Staunton City School Board seeks an outstanding educational leader to serve as superintendent of Staunton City Schools (SCS). Stauntons next superintendent has a great opportunity to work with a dedicated school board an excellent staff and a supportive community to provide an educational program that enables students to prepare for success in a complex and changing world. The start date for the new superintendent will be July 1 2025. Staunton City Schools is an equalopportunity employer.
Staunton is a thriving city in the heart of the historic Shenandoah Valley only 30 miles west of Charlottesville in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Staunton was named one of the best small towns in America by Smithsonian magazine one of the great small towns near D.C. by Washingtonian and one of Americas greatest main streets by Travel & Leisure. The birthplace of our countrys 28th President Woodrow Wilson Staunton draws numerous tourists to its rich historic background unique architecture and its many scenic cultural and recreational attractions. SCS is a public school division serving approximately 2730 students. SCS is comprised of three 3 elementary schools one 1 middle school one 1 high school and an educational center that houses the divisions preschool program. The school division also participates in the regional career/technical education center and the regional governors school. Staunton City Schools employs over 500 professional and support staff. SCS sets high expectations for its students and staff which has resulted in significant growth in achievement. SCS ranks in the top onethird of Virginia school divisions in achievement and 12th in Virginia by its employees as a good place to work.
Individuals who wish to be considered for this position will complete an online BWP Applicant Data Form at . An application file must include a letter of interest indicating reasons for interest in the position a current resume and three letters of reference. Candidates must send these materials electronically with the online Applicant Data Form. Official transcripts will be required from candidates who are invited to interview with the school board. Salary for the successful candidate will be regionally competitive. The final salary and benefits for the successful candidate will be negotiated and determined upon proven experience qualifications and meeting board criteria.
BWP SEARCH TEAM: ContactDr. Kevin Castneror Dr. Wayne Harris.
Application Deadline: May 5 2025.
Qualified candidates may apply at: