Amesbury, MA Superintendent of Schools

Marlborough, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Type:
Superintendent/Superintendent

Date Posted:
10/29/2025

Location:
Amesbury Public Schools

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
12/05/2025

EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY

AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
AMESBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
AMESBURY MA

The Amesbury School Committee invites exceptional candidates to apply for the position of Superintendent of Schools.

About the Amesbury Community
Amesbury is a small city on the north shore of Massachusetts. Bordering southern New Hampshire and situated at the junction of I-95 and I-495 Amesbury offers easy access to larger metropolitan areas such as Boston Portsmouth NH and Portland ME. Amesbury is a tight-knit hard-working and growing community. Incorporated in 1668 the citys history is an important part of what makes its community a special place to live work and play. The citys leadership is committed to maintaining historic charm and open spaces while also supporting smart development to help the community grow. Historic mill buildings in the downtown area were once home to the countrys leading carriage and automobile manufacturers and are where new restaurants offices shops artist studios and the site of the new Industrial History Center now reside. Amesbury has 1000 acres of open space and more than 20 miles of trails paths and cycleways along with lakes and rivers for outdoor recreation year-round.

About Amesbury Public Schools
Amesbury Public Schools is led by a seven-member School Committee and serves 1819 students in five schools:

Sergeant Jordan Shay Memorial Lower Elementary School: PreK 2
Cashman Elementary School: 3 5
Amesbury Middle School: 6 8
Amesbury Innovation High School: 9 12
Amesbury High School: 9 12

The FY 2026 school district budget is $ (inclusive of grants state and federal funding). The recently opened Sgt. Jordan Shay Memorial Lower Elementary School is welcoming young and increasingly diverse families enhanced by the recent Playful Learning grant which exemplifies educators commitment to learning and professional development. Amesburys teachers are highly qualified intensely dedicated to their students and have many years of tenure in the district. When asked about what makes Amesburys schools unique the most common response across students and families is the close relationships teachers have formed with their students. Parents are committed to supporting their childrens education and well-being through School Site Councils Special Education Parent Advisory Council Boosters and a variety of activities and clubs.

About the Position of Superintendent
The position offers the opportunity to join a strong team and a district committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Please click here to view highlights of the district and the superintendent position.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed or eligible for licensure as a superintendent of schools in Massachusetts
Masters degree required; advance degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years in education including teaching central office and/or administrative experience

Selected Responsibilities

Ability to develop and direct an effective administrative leadership team
Communication style and leadership skills that are dynamic visible accessible and inclusive
Demonstrated experience and success in innovative problem-solving and strategic planning budget development and capital planning
Proven ability to productively engage stakeholders and build consensus
Established expertise in change implementation management and continuous improvement

The Amesbury School Committee is prepared to offer a multi-year contract with a regionally competitive annual salary (in the range of $190000-$205000) and a negotiable fringe benefits package to a future-focused leader with exceptional credentials accomplishments and promise.

For more information please contact: Dr. Mary Malone Amesbury Superintendent Search NESDEC 28 Lord Road Marlborough MA 01752; Phone: ; Email:

Review of applications will begin on December 5 2025. The expected start date for the new Superintendent is July 1 2026.

Position Type:Superintendent/SuperintendentDate Posted:10/29/2025Location:Amesbury Public SchoolsDate Available:07/01/2026 Closing Date: 12/05/2025 EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS AMESBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AMESBURY MA The Amesbury School Com...