Administrative Vacancies | Alaska Council of School Administrators (ACSA)

Superintendent Search

Copper River School District - Glennallen, Alaska

The Board of Education of the Copper River School District, Glennallen, Alaska, is seeking a highly qualified, fully certified, educational leader to serve as Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position July 1, 2023.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development, has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.

Enrollment: 420 students

Location: 180 miles northeast of Anchorage, 250 miles south of Fairbanks

The Qualifications

The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The Board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make. The Board developed the following desired characteristics.

A superintendent who has an authentic leadership style.
An innovative visionary that will recognize the strength of the current staff.
A leader experienced with school finance and special education laws, programs and recover services.
An educator who will engage with students, staff, and community.
A leader who will get down into the trenches.
Makes decisions from a “what’s best for the kids” mindset.
Skilled at relationship building.
Experienced with trauma informed and resiliency programs.
A multitasker who will engage and embrace the community lifestyle.
A leader who has experience with acquiring and managing grants.

Salary: $135,000

Search Timeline:

Closing date for applications: February 28, 2023 (11:30 p.m. central time)
Start date: July 1, 2023

Iditarod Area School District - McGrath, Alaska

The seven-member Board of Education of the Iditarod Area School District is conducting a search for a Superintendent. The board is especially interested in applicants with outstanding leadership skills. Candidates should have successful experience working with diverse communities, deploying resources strategically, and an appreciation and desire for rural living. The new superintendent is expected to begin work on July 1, 2023.

A salary range of $108,000-115,000 with an attractive benefits package is being offered to the successful candidate. Housing and a district vehicle are also provided.

The Board of Education recognizes that selecting the superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make and is seeking a candidate that can help the Board meet its established mission and achieve a quality education for all students in attendance.

The district’s mission is: The Iditarod Area School District recognizes the unique and distinctive nature of each student with regard to character, capacity, ability, and heritage. In doing so, we are committed to providing individualized, comprehensive, and sequential programs to all students in an atmosphere which reflects their cultural heritage; and will, through an organized, efficient and effective school program designed and dedicated to incorporating a variety of learning opportunities, assure them of successful achievements as adults in the 21st Century.

The Board is committed to a selection process that is fair and open to all qualified candidates. Priority will be given to candidates whose experience and background closely matches the desired characteristics.

Candidates who do not possess an Alaska Type B certificate with a superintendent endorsement should begin the process in order to be considered for this position.

Application Process

The Association of Alaska School Boards uses an online application system. Please visit the Association’s website at https://aasb.org/superintendent/ for more information about this search and guidance on applying through the Revelus online application system (aasb.myrevelus.com).

Southeast Island School District - Thorne Bay, Alaska

The five-member Board of Education of the Southeast Island School District is conducting a search for a Superintendent. The board is especially interested in applicants with outstanding leadership and communication skills. Candidates should have successful experience working with diverse communities, and preferred is experience and willingness to be culturally responsive, especially with Alaska-Native or other indigenous cultures. The new superintendent is expected to begin work on July 1, 2023.

A salary range of $120,000-135,000 with an attractive benefits package is being offered to the successful candidate. District vehicle is also provided.

The Board of Education recognizes that selecting the superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make and is seeking a candidate that can help the Board meet its established vision and mission and achieve a quality education for all students in attendance.

The district’s vision is: Students are equipped to realize their dreams and aspirations.

The district’s mission is: Together we will foster student skills to achieve their goals and thrive in an ever-changing world.

Candidates who do not possess an Alaska Type B certificate with a superintendent endorsement should begin the process in order to be considered for this position.

Application Process