Superintendent Opening
Waynesfield-Goshen Local School District
The Waynesfield-Goshen Local School District Board of Education is seeking a qualified candidate with visionary leadership skills and successful experience in education administration to serve as Assistant Superintendent beginning August 1, 2021 and taking over as Superintendent January 1, 2022.
The successful candidate will work with Superintendent J. Chris Pfister for five months. The successful candidate must have experience as an administrator, excellent communication skills, and unquestionable integrity and be willing to be involved in the community. The School Board will offer a multi-year contract with a competitive compensation package.
The successful candidate must hold or qualify for an Ohio superintendent's license and must also demonstrate the following qualities:
- Effective, transparent communication and good listening skills.
- Background in teaching and building administration
- High degree of integrity/honesty; respectful of all groups; strong core values
- Puts KIDS first; is committed to serving all kids.
- Keeps the focus on opportunities for students; a clear focus on student learning
- Is personable/approachable while keeping an open mind; works well with others; good sense of humor.
- Proven ability to make tough decisions when necessary and effectively communicate the reasons (transparency).
- Ability to build and sustain strong, effective family/community partnerships that impact student success.
- An empowering leadership style that collaborates, builds consensus and inspires while building a respectful work environment.
- Demonstrates sound fiscal management and strong budgeting skills.
- Highly visible; actively participates in school and community activities.
- Committed to maintaining a focus on professional collaboration in support of instructional improvement and increasing student achievement.
Application Requirements:
- Completed Application form
- Current resume
- Cover letter of interest including how you meet the qualities set by the Board
- 3-5 current letters of reference
- Copy of administrator license or proof of eligibility to obtain one
Tentative Search Calendar:
March 8, 2021 Close Applications [All applications must be in by 12:00 noon]
Week of March 8 Review Applications
March 8-22 Reference checks
Week of March 29 Conduct first interviews
Week of April 12 Finalists interview
Week of April 19 Employ and Announce selection
August 1, 2021 Begin employment
How to submit an application:
Email: Jill.Spencer@wgschools.org
Or
Mail: Jill Spencer, Administrative Assistant
Waynesfield-Goshen Local School District
500 N. Westminster Street
Waynesfield, Ohio 45896