Middletown, CT Superintendent of Schools

EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY

AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

MIDDLETOWN CONNECTICUT

The Middletown Board of Education seeks dynamic and effective leaders as candidates for its Superintendent of Schoolsposition.

About the Middletown School District

The Middletown School District educates approximately 4300 students ages pre-kindergarten through grade 12 and provides continuing education for District consists of eight elementary schools one middle school and one high school. Middletown offers exemplary student educational offerings that include early childhood programs at the elementary schools; career pathways at the middle school; a Regional Agricultural Science and Technology Center at the high school; a transition program for students age 18-22; and a vibrant adult education program.

The Districts mission statement of Cultivating the Brilliance in Each Student is evident across all schools. The District operations and daily work are informed by the mission core values and a clear set of Foundational Frameworks designed toprepare all graduates as globally-minded well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in the 21st century. The District encourages active family and community partnerships in the educational journey and its dedicated and talented staff work together to create inclusive innovative learning environments for all students.

The Middletown Board of Education consists of nine (9) members elected by voters residing within the districts boundaries. Board Members serve four-year terms without pay. While candidates run for a vacant position associated historically with one of the two political parties (i.e. Democrat or Republican) members do not represent specific groups; rather each represents Middletown Public Schools at-large.

About the Middletown Community

As suggested by the name Middletown is a vibrant community located in the center of Connecticut along the Connecticut part of Middlesex County Middletown has the unique claim of offering a lovely mix of suburban urban and rural settings for its families. With a population of approximately 47000 Middletown celebrates a diverse community who enjoy the towns beautiful parks nature trails and recreation spots along the Connecticut River as well as a downtown Main Street showcasing many international restaurants shops and families in Middletown work nearby at RTX (Pratt & Whitney) FedEx Middlesex and Connecticut Valley Hospital CT State Middlesex Community College and Wesleyan University and enjoy their quick access to several major highways. Middletown is a highly sought after community for families and business stakeholders who hold a great deal of pride in their city.

About the Position

The Board seeks a strong educational leader with a demonstrated record of attaining results in student competency in the following areas is of importance to the Middletown Board of Education:

• Strong communicator decisive decision maker and effective delegator
• A builder of trust and capacity throughout the school community
• Expertise in the areas of teaching and learning
• Understands the importance of balance when considering the needs of students and limits of finances

Working cooperatively with the Board of Education the superintendent will:

• Project a vision that strengthens the academic experience for all students
• Focus on the ongoing improvement of student achievement
• Promote a district-wide safe climate and culture that allows students to flourish and to grow intellectually emotionally and socially

The Middletown Search Committee is in the process of engaging its stakeholders in a comprehensive needs assessment survey and focus groups that will help prioritize the qualities characteristics skills and experiences most desired in its next superintendent. Meanwhile the search committee seeks to raise interest and thoughtful consideration among potential applicants. Please consider this special opportunity to serve as Superintendent of Schools.

Connecticut Superintendent certification (093) or immediate eligibility for such is required. The projected salary package for the position is $225000-$250000depending on the qualifications and experiences of the successful candidate.

For more information please contact:Christine Syriac or Vonda Tencza Middletown Superintendent Search NESDEC 28 Lord Road Marlborough MA 01752; Phone: ; Email:

The application deadline is February 24 2026. Review of applications will begin on March 3 2026. Candidates selected for initial interviews can anticipate contact after March 12 2026. The expected start date for the new superintendent is on or about July 1 2026.