Superintendent of Schools

Ware, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 140000 - 150000

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed as superintendent in MA or equivalent in other state Masters Degree Required minimum 5 years teaching experience in addition to 5 years administrative experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed in MA Advanced Degree Experience as a superintendent of schools in MASELECTION CRITERIAThe Ware School Committee seeks an approachable and responsive leader who: Demonstrates considerable understanding of the budget process and is strategic about how to maximize resources Demonstrates familiarity and advocacy for the special education process and compliance with the implementation of services Has experience working with DESE to facilitate accreditation special education reviews or any other state-level interactions Demonstrates the ability to be a visible leader that supports staff families students and community Has experience handling personnel matters in a respectful fair and confidential manner Consistently engages in effective respectful and open communication within the schools and the community at large Fosters collaborative relationships with other district leadersCOMPENSATION:$140000 - $150000 commensurate with experienceTIMELINEJanuary 23 - Applications dueFebruary 13 - Semifinalist interviews completedMarch 4 - Finalists announcedWeek of March 9 - Finalists visit districtMarch 11- Finalist interviewsBy March 18 - Selection of new SuperintendentMarch 25 - Contract approvedJuly 1 - Start dateFor more information contact Mel Whitham at Completed application information must be received on or before January 23 2026. The appointment will be made the week of March 18 with anticipated starting date of July 1 2026. Please do not contact school committee members or members of the school administration.