Interim Superintendent of Schools

The Westerly School Committee seeks an experienced interim leader to provide steady skilled administrative oversight during a period of transition. The ideal candidate will maintain organizational momentum ensure fiscal and operational continuity foster open communication and support ongoing district initiatives.

Interim Candidate Focus Areas

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate significant experience in executive leadership and transition management across four key areas:

1. Transitional Communication Community Engagement and Relationship Building

2. Educational Leadership and Operational Continuity

3. Support for Student Social-Emotional Well-Being

4. Budgetary Maintenance and Ongoing Facility/Technology Initiatives

Indicators of Skill

1. Transitional Communication Community Engagement and Relationship Building

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills to maintain trust and transparency across staff labor units municipal leaders and the community.

• Serves as an approachable accessible and visible presence in schools and community events.

• Maintains clear frequent communication channels with the School Committee Town Council administration and civic groups.

• Respects local district culture and honors community traditions while providing a steadying presence.

2. Educational Leadership and Operational Continuity

• Sustains academic expectations and continuous improvement efforts without disrupting ongoing district programs.

• Provides consistent supervision and support for principals central office administrators and instructional staff.

• Navigates district systems effectively ensuring continued support for special education inclusion and school safety protocols.

• Applies a calm collaborative problem-solving approach to resolve operational issues and mitigate potential controversies.

3. Support for Student Social-Emotional Needs

• Maintains existing mental health behavioral and social-emotional support frameworks for students and families.

• Demonstrates sensitivity to socio-economic factors student stress and diverse learner needs.

• Supports a safe positive school environment focused on student well-being and responsibility.

4. Maintenance of Budget and Ongoing Initiatives

• Ensures sound fiscal management by overseeing current budget implementation and monitoring town state and federal funding streams.

• Effectively communicates budgetary matters with the School Committee municipal officials and the public.

• Maintains progress on existing school facility redesign plans and technology updates to keep district projects moving forward on schedule.