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SUPERINTENDENT/CTE DIRECTOR POSITIONS

Interim Superintendent of Schools
Hermon School Department
Hermon, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: As soon as a suitable candidate is determined
START DATE: June 21, 2024

Hermon School Department is seeking a full time Interim Superintendent for the 2024-2025 school year (June 21, 2024-up to one year). 

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

  • Letter of application

  • Completed application

  • Current resume

  • Three current letters of reference (signed and dated within the last three years)

  • Proof of Certification 010, or the ability to secure a conditional 010

Click here to view the Job Description.

For more information about Hermon School Department, visit https://www.hermon.net/.

Request application materials via email: msma@msmaweb.com

Maine School Management Association
Hermon Interim Superintendent Search
49 Community Drive
Augusta, ME  04330
Phone:  207-622-3473

EOE

Assistant Superintendent/Director of Curriculum and Education
Augusta School Department
40 Pierce Dr., Suite 3, Augusta, ME 04330

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until a suitable candidate is found

Full Job DescriptionAssistant Superintendent/Director of Curriculum and Education 

Qualifications:  Five years of successful experience as a teacher, or school administrator, or as a   curriculum Coordinator, Master’s degree or higher, Experience in Educational Leadership and Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, Assistant Superintendent Certification (015) Maine Department of Education required; Superintendent of Schools (010) and Curriculum Coordinator Certification (078) preferred, Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check (CHRC).

Contract Year: 260 days, 13 paid holidays

Salary: As negotiated

Sick Leave & EPL: As negotiated

INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

 Acceptable Forms of Application Submission:  Email (1 attachment in PDF format), Mail or Personal Delivery

Send Complete Application Packets To:
Human Resources
Augusta School Department
40 Pierce Drive, Suite 3
Augusta, ME  04330
Email:  michele.osmolski@augustaschools.org 

Incomplete Application Packets Will Not Be Considered

Augusta School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Interim Superintendent of Schools
RSU 71
Belmont, Belfast, Morrill, Searsmont and Swanville, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: As soon as a suitable candidate is determined
START DATE: July 1, 2024

Regional School Unit 71 (RSU 71) is seeking a full time Interim Superintendent for the 2024-2025 school year (July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025). 

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

  • Letter of application

  • Completed application

  • Current resume

  • Names and phone numbers of three current professional references

  • Proof of Certification 010, or the ability to secure a conditional 010

Click here to view the Job Description.

Request application materials via email: msma@msmaweb.com

Maine School Management Association
RSU 71 Interim Superintendent Search
49 Community Drive
Augusta, ME  04330
Phone:  207-622-3473

EOE

Executive Director
Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Falmouth, ME

Qualifications:

  1. Educational Administrator certification from a State Department of Education (Superintendent, Special Ed Director, or Principal/Building Administrator)

  2. 10 years of experience in Deaf education (Early Intervention through Grade 12) with at least 5 years in educational administration and an excellent documented record of effective leadership

  3. Possesses other qualifications as specified and required by the Board of Directors

Consultant Assisting the Board:

Highlights:

The Board of Directors of the Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Governor Baxter School for the Deaf is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as the next Executive Director beginning July 1, 2024.

The Maine Educational Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Governor Baxter School for the Deaf provides services to children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families throughout the state of Maine.

Salary/Benefits:

  • The Board will offer a regionally competitive compensation package

Search Calendar:   (The Board reserves the right to extend all dates)

  • All dates to be determined

Application Process:

Assistant Superintendent
RSU 21

Kennebunk, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is secured.
START DATE: July 2024

As Assistant Superintendent, you will serve as a dynamic leader to support our Superintendent of Schools in delivering measurable results that continuously strengthen our district’s leadership effectiveness and instructional design and delivery to improve student outcomes and transform students’ lives. Our Assistant Superintendent will:

  • Establish, communicate, and maintain the strongest possible vision of instructional excellence and the culture that supports it

  • Support the professional growth and development of district principals and instructional strategists to deepen their effectiveness

  • Oversee the vision, design, implementation, and facilitation of professional development and evaluation efforts for instructional staff

  • Serve as a district leader in our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at the central office, school, classroom, and curriculum levels

  • Design, implement, and monitor a disciplined goals-based and data-driven academic and professional development strategy

  • Serve as the de facto Chief of Staff to the Superintendent of Schools to problem-solve, address emerging priorities, enrich the Cabinet’s effectiveness, and enhance capacity

Reports to: Superintendent of Schools

Supervises: Instructional Strategists

Qualifications: Love what you do, and the opportunity this position presents — especially your ability to shape and drive a high-performing instructional climate and culture dedicated to improving student outcomes. Proven academic leader with passion and a demonstrated track record of creating and maintaining high-performing instructional environments. Master’s degree required. A Master’s in education administration or curriculum-related degree preferred. Substantive classroom teaching experience required (ten years preferred). Experience working with teams of teachers or content creators preferred. Strong familiarity with major national rigorous curricula preferred. Our ideal candidate will be a strong instructional leader with both classroom and district administration experience, but we welcome candidates with educational and/or leadership backgrounds and expertise from outside the district-setting as well.

To learn more about the responsibilities and key competencies for this position, click here.

Reasonable Accommodations: RSU 21 will provide accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, who has made the district 1 aware of their disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the district.

Terms of Employment: As per contract, salary range is $125,000 to $135,000, commensurate with candidate qualifications and experience.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Superintendent, in accordance with the Board of School Directors Policy on evaluation.

RSU 21 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be a welcoming and inclusive community that supports the safety and well-being of all our students and staff. We are committed to implementing programs and practices that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If your school unit is interested in having administrative vacancies listed on this site, please email notice to Steven Bailey.

OTHER ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

Business Manger
Richmond School Department

Richmond, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications close when suitable candidate found

The Richmond School Department invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of part-time Business Manager.

The Superintendent's Office is located in Richmond, Maine. The school department is comprised of Marcia Buker Elementary School (Pre-K thru 5th) and Richmond Middle High School (6th thru 12th).

The part-time Business Manager will work 2 days per week. The right candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the Richmond School Department fiscal affairs, which provides budgeting, oversight of accounts payable, human resources and payroll functions for the school department. This position also collaborates closely with the Town of Richmond Business Office.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Supervises the management of the financial affairs of the school department.
2. Assumes responsibility for budget development and management.
3. Establishes and supervises a program of accounting and payroll operations to record in  detail all money and credit transactions.
4. Supervise the collection, safekeeping, and distribution of all funds.
5. Advises the Superintendent on questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the school system.
6. Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating all financial personnel and oversees the operation of the Business Office.
7. Maintains the financial computer system and assists other staff in its usage and development of computer applications dealing with the business functions of the school district.
8. Prepares monthly financial reports and others as requested.
9. Keeps the Superintendent informed of any significant areas of concern.
10. Attends School Board meetings at the request of the Superintendent.
11. Facilitates and assists the School Board Finance Committee.
12. Provides financial information needed by the Superintendent and the School Board

13. Supports the  Negotiations Committee during the collective bargaining process.
14. Prepares and reviews financial reports required by the state and federal governments.
15. Manages the school system insurance programs.
16. Maintains a complete and up-to-date inventory of all school property.
17. Manages all school funds including general (local), donations, grants, enterprise, trust, revolving renovation, and construction funds.
18. Cooperates with the town auditor and provides all information and records required for the audit of school accounts.
19. Oversees the balancing of bank statements for payroll, general, and student activity funds.
20. Ensures that monthly general ledger balances and all accounts are accurate.
21. Remains current of all developments and innovations in the field by reading current literature, attending professional meetings and conferences.
22. Assumes responsibility for all pertinent laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies affecting the operation of the school department as it relates to his/her areas of responsibility.
23. Assumes responsibility for the development, preparation, maintenance, and implementation of all appropriate records, forms, and reports that relate to his/her area of responsibility.
24. Performs other duties the Superintendent assigns.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

  • Thorough knowledge of public-school finance.

  • Thorough knowledge, and understanding of public-school laws, policies and procedures.

  • Excellent communications skills: writing, speaking, and presentation skills.

  • Strong analytical skills.

  • Demonstrated supervision and evaluation skills.

  • Ability to coach and develop direct reports for improvement.

  • Ability to properly maintain confidential and sensitive information.

Compensation

  • Salary commensurate with experience

  • Benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and life insurances, paid vacation and sick leave.

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Letter of interest.

  • Current resume.

  • Completed non-instructional application form.

  • Three letters of recommendation.

  • College transcript (an unofficial/student-issued copy is sufficient, though an official copy may later be requested).

  • Contact information for three work-related references.

  • Evidence of current/active CHRC certificate (required by Maine law).

 Please forward application packets to:
Bob Webster, Interim Superintendent
PO Box 248, Richmond, ME  04357
All applications can be found on the website www.richmondpk12.org
 Email: kterry@richmondpk12.org   

Human Resources Director
MSAD 75

District Office, Topsham, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

HOURS/STATUS: Salaried - Full year

TO APPLY: https://link75.schoolspring.com/

JOB GOAL: The Human Resources Director is a member of the MSAD No. 75 District Leadership Team (DLT). The position oversees and is responsible for all human resource functions the the District, to include employee and labor relations, recruitment and hiring/onboarding, benefits, safety and compliance with all local, state and federal laws. This position works closely with the Administrative team of MSAD No. 75 on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Identify strategic opportunities to maintain an equitable and fair work environment.

  • Participates, assists and may provide evaluative feedback in the consideration/impact of new District programs, strategies or endeavors.

  • Responsibility for the planning of and management of all human resources related duties for the District.

  • Act as an ambassador in the oversight of all recruitment and hiring for the District.

  • Serves as liaison to the School Board, Superintendent of Schools, Administrators and Employees regarding Human Resources matters. Consultants and supports Administrators and Staff with sensitive employee relations and/or District issues.

  • Maintain, interpret and apply negotiated agreements; advises Administrators and Staff on various practices and provisions of agreements. Serves on the District's Negotiations Committee as a technical and advisory resource.

  • Responsibility for District's Employee Handbook, job descriptions, policies and practices.

  • Review and implement applicable employment laws and regulations; monitors District compliance.

  • Administer and support Employees with leaves of absence (FMLA/State of Maine).

  • Oversight of H.R. onboarding/orientation, benefits and compliance, employee training and off-boarding.

  • Responsibility for the accurate maintenance of and the annual submittal of the Maine Department of Education Staff Database (NEO) Report.

  • Monitor Superintendent-approved exceptions for Support Staff Employees.

  • Participates and acts as a resource to the Teacher and Paraprofessional Certification council/process, Wellness Committee, Safety Committee and PEPG.

  • Issue individual employment contracts/agreements for Administrators and Teachers.

  • Supervision of the District's Human Resources Representative and the respective work duties of this position.

  • Assist with the maintenance of Employee-required State of Maine Department of Education Teaching Certifications and Criminal History Records Checks.

  • Assists with the District's Volunteer program (background checks and database).

  • Serves as District Affirmative Action Officer.

  • Additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Considerable and current knowledge of human resources laws, regulations and best practices in Human Resources.

  • Commitment to the maintenance of fairness and equity across the District.

  • Effectively collaborate and maintain positive working relationships with the District's Administrative and Union Leadership teams.

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required. Master's degree in a related field is preferred.

  • Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible and related experience as a Human Resources Manager or Director. While prior public school experience is preferred, applicable combinations of education and experiences will be considered.

  • Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership across the District.

  • Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills and excellent communication abilities.

  • Proven ability to organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple priorities.

  • Strong computer skills with Google programs/platform. Familiarity with Tyler Technologies software platforms helpful, specifically School Pro Infinite Visions.

  • Prior experience working in a labor union environment. Experiences with Union negotiations required.

  • Title IX Coordinator Certification status helpful, or ability to attain within the first year of employment.

  • Must hold and maintain an active State of Maine Department of Education Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).

  • Maintain awareness of personal development opportunities.

  • Professional Human Resources Certification helpful, but not required.

M.S.A.D. No. 75 is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Business Manager
RSU 23 - Old Orchard Beach Schools

Old Orchard Beach, ME

Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU 23 is a 700 student, three-school district seeking an experienced Business Manager to join our team. 

The Business Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial affairs of the school district with the goal of maintaining the district's financial health. This position works closely with School Administration in developing and implementing budgets, maintaining strong financial controls and provides assistance in assuring that all work is performed in accordance with applicable Maine law, existing School Board policy, and generally accepted accounting procedures. This position is responsible for managing the Business Office which provides budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll functions for the school district.  The successful candidate should possess the following:

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in Business Management and/or Accounting or proven experience with major emphasis in school finance and business administration

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Demonstrated supervision skills

  • Must hold or be able to obtain a valid CHRC certification

 PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works closely with the Superintendent to provide leadership and oversight of the district’s annual operating budget

  • Assumes responsibility for budget development, budget control system and long-range financial planning for the school system

  • Forecasts the financial condition of the district including operating and capital budgets, debt and revenue planning

  • Establishes and supervises a program of accounting and payroll operations to record in detail all money and credit transactions

  • Generates monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports as needed

  • Prepares or reviews financial reports required by the state and federal governments

  • Manages all school funds including general (local), donations, grants, enterprise, trust, revolving renovation, and construction funds

  • Manages accounts for federal funds received by the school district and reports those revenues and expenditures in accordance with requirements

  • Coordinates and ensures that federal grant budgets are entered accurately and timely into the financial software annually and requests reimbursements at least quarterly.

  • Oversees the balancing of bank statements for payroll, general, and student activity funds

  • Serves as the district banking officer reviewing and reconciling the monthly banking activities

  • Ensures that monthly general ledger balances and all accounts are accurate

  • Ensure payroll is performed in an accurate and timely manner

  • Provides for the security, use, and verification of approvals of district debit cards

  • Arranges for the internal audit of school accounts

  • Directs and oversees the annual external audit process in accordance with law and Board policy

  • Maintains the financial computer system and assists other staff in its usage and development of computer applications dealing with the business functions of the school district

  • Advises the Superintendent on questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the school system and keeps the Superintendent informed of any significant areas of concern

  • Attends School Board and Finance Committee meetings at the request of the Superintendent

  • Provides financial information needed by the Superintendent and the School Board Personnel and Negotiations Committee during the collective bargaining process

  • Administers system-wide competitive bidding, informal quotations, and negotiations to include all documents, i.e. notices and instructions to bidders, specifications and proposals

  • Maintains a complete and up-to-date inventory of all school property 

  • Oversees all district insurance programs to maintain appropriate levels of insurance and meets with insurance agents to review coverage annually

  • Ensures Business Office staff provide employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality productivity and standards, goal attainment, recruitment, and ongoing development of a superior district workforce

  • Remains current of all developments and innovations in the field by reading current literature, attending professional meetings and conferences

  • Assumes responsibility for all pertinent laws, regulations, statutes, rules, and policies affecting the operation of the school district as it relates to his/her areas of responsibility

  • Assumes responsibility for the development, preparation, maintenance, and implementation of all appropriate records, forms, and reports that relate to his/her area of responsibility

  • Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of the operation of the office and its interaction with any and all personnel and community members

  • Excellent communications skills: writing, speaking, and presentation skills

  • Ability to coach and develop direct reports for improvement

  • Performs other duties the Superintendent assigns

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply Online: https://www.applitrack.com/rsu23/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Contact cpotenza@rsu23.org if you have any questions regarding the online application process.
Hiring Manager: John Suttie, jsuttie@rsu23.org

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator
South Portland School Department

South Portland, ME

APPLICATION DEADLINE: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator will partner with a variety of district and community partners to plan and implement structures and practices within our schools that further our pursuit of educational justice. The individual will prioritize the dignity of the most disenfranchised members of our school communities, providing coordination, accountability, and support to advance our commitment to becoming a school district where all students and staff experience a strong sense of belonging.

The DEI Coordinator will be a part of the district’s senior leadership team and report directly to the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent. This individual will chair the district’s DEI Steering Committee.

The Board will offer a competitive compensation package to the successful candidate. Preferred candidates will have extensive experience in K-12 education and hold or meet most qualifications for a Maine school administrator license.

Must be eligible for a Maine Department of Education Administrative Certification.

For more information or to apply, click here

If your school unit is interested in having administrative vacancies listed on this site, please email notice to Steven Bailey.

OUT OF STATE ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

COLORADO

Executive Director
Chavez Huerta K12 Preparatory Academy
Pueblo, Colorado

Application Deadline: April 30, 2024
Start Date: July 1, 2024

For more information click here.

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Superintendent of Schools
SAU 68, Lincoln-Woodstock Cooperative School District
Lincoln, New Hampshire

Application Deadline: May 10, 2024
Start Date: July 1, 2024

Click hereto apply: https://www.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=4595442.

If your school unit is interested in having administrative vacancies listed on this site, please email notice to Steven Bailey.