SeymourPublic Schools

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An invitation to apply for the position of Superintendent of Schools

Yashu Putorti, Chairman

James Garofalo

Kristen Harmeling

Jay Hatfield

Peter Kubik

Jennifer Magri

Allison Sobieski

Fred Stanek

Ed Strumello

B o a r d of E d u c at i on

Town and Schools of SeymourEstablished in 1850, the town of Seymour prides itself on its complete transformation from a waning mill town into a vibrant and prosperous center for business, industry, and community. Seymour is a wonderful place for families, o�ering good schools, safe neighborhoods, and plenty of civic organizations and activities that allow residents of all ages to get involved in the town. The town’s population stands at about 16,500 people and there are numerous annual festivals and events that bring Seymour residents together. .

Seymour Public SchoolsSeymour is a small school district of about 2,000 students that serves all public school children from prekindergarten through the 12th grade. The Seymour community places great importance on its schools and student learning is the highest priority. The schools o�er a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes good teaching and best practices. The schools o�er career and college prep courses and many special services in support of families to ensure that every student has the necessary resources to succeed. .

The Seymour Public School District runs four schools. Chat�eld-LoPresti and Bungay Elementary Schools serve students from kindergarten through the 5th grade, with the town’s prekindergarten program served by the former. Seymour Middle School serves students from the 6th through the 8th grade, and students in grades 9-12 attend Seymour High School. The district values technology education and the Uni�ed Arts, with a number of o�erings for students of all levels. . .In the past year, Seymour High School received continued accreditation, without any warnings and with numerous commendations, from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges decennial evaluation. The school has been named to the College Board’s 7th Annual Advanced Placement Honor Roll, in recognition of its increased o�erings of AP courses for students, while maintaining or increasing the percentage of students who earn AP exam scores of 3 or higher and have placed #1 in the statewide assessment for Business Management and CADD. .

Announcement of VacancyThe Seymour Board of Education seeks an outstanding educational leader for the position of Superintendent of Schools and invites quali�ed and interested candidates to apply. Cooperative Educational Services Executive Searches will facilitate the search on behalf of the Board of Education. The Search Committee expects the new superintendent to assume responsibility of the o�ce during the 2017-18 school year. .

CompensationThe Seymour Public Schools Board of Education expects to o�er a successful candidate an employment contract based on a compensation package commensurate with the new Superintendent quali�cations, credentials, and experience. . .

Completed applications are comprised of the following:

•Cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the Seymour superintendency

•Copy of updated, complete resume which includes a chronology of work history and educational background and

a preferred email address and phone contact

•Copy of Connecticut 093 certification or evidence of eligibility

•Copies of transcripts for all degrees held from all granting colleges/universities

(Finalist candidates will be required to supply official transcripts.)

•Three signed letters of reference from current or former employers and professional contacts

(Please limit reference letters to three letters written within the past two years.)

Completed application packets are due via email to Cooperative Educational Services by March 23, 2017 at 2 p.m. Application packets MUST be submitted as ONE electronic PDF file and emailed to ExecutiveSearches@ces.k12.ct.us. .

All inquiries related to the open position should be directed to: Thomas Jokubaitis (203) 910-5743 tjokubaitis@snet.net

Dr. James Ritchie (203) 313-9544 jritchie4@charter.net

Qualified candidates, at minimum, are expected to meet the following general performance standards for the superintendent and must:

•Be able to create and sustain a positive learning environment

•Work to develop and maintain a climate of trust in the community using excellent communication skills

•Lead the district, community and school board in the development and implementation of a strategic plan

•Be a creative problem solver with a passion for innovation

•Create a collaborative decision making culture that is transparent and based upon best practice

•Be focused on raising student achievement using, among others, personalized learning strategies

•Be comfortable with change and bring change initiatives to closure in timely fashion

•Be confident and unafraid to make difficult decisions

•Be a good listener who is willing to translate new ideas into action

•Be familiar with responding to and acting upon NEASC recommendations

•Have experience with school budgets that focus on prioritization and reallocation of funds while continuing to advance opportunities for students

•Manage declining enrollment without loss of student opportunities

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