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SUPERINTENDENT

HUTCHINSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS – ISD 423

HUTCHINSON, MINNESOTA

District Address: 30 Glen Street NW, Hutchinson, MN 55350

District Website: www.isd423.org

Qualifications: Hold, or be eligible to hold by July 1, 2022, licensure as a Superintendent in Minnesota. Experience as a Superintendent, District Administrator or Principal is preferred. Demonstrate a strong commitment to student learning and success, staff learning and development and building community partnerships

Compensation Offered: Regionally Competitive

Communities Served: District 423 serves the City of Hutchinson and surrounding areas in McLeod, Meeker and Renville Counties

Consultants Assisting the Board: School Exec Connect: Dr. Antoinette Johns (612-309-1511) and Dr. David Clough (847-644-5556)

District Highlights and Accomplishments:

• Mission
  • Excellence in Academics, Activities, and Character
• Core Values
  • Relationships are essential for student success
  • All students learn
  • A culture of high expectations is critical
  • A meaningful and challenging curriculum is vital
• Academics & Student Achievement
  • Early Learning programs covering screenings, preschool and interventions
  • Reading and Math Intervention Specialists K-8
  • TigerPath Academies & Center for Technical Excellence – collaboration with our local EDA (Economic Development Authority) and Chamber of Commerce with many business partners
  • Transition Assistance Program (TAP) continues learning and life skills for young adults (18-21 years) with disabilities
  • Small class sizes K-12
  • Strong technology support for students and staff with a dedicated IT team and Technology Integration Specialist including a Bring Your Own Device program for grades 4 – 12 and devices available for all K-3 students
  • Student Achievement – MCA scores and graduation rate exceeds state averages
• Activities
  • Athletics – 2 state championships this year in football and cross country with runner-up in girls swimming
  • District-wide (K-12) Fine Arts (Choir, Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Music, Musicals (1-12)
  • Clubs & Organizations – including very active Robotics and Mechatronics programs
• Facilities
  • November 2015 – passed a bond referendum ($44,955,000) for major additions and renovations to the high school as well as safety, security, and accessibility improvements to all schools
  • November 2019 – passed a bond referendum ($28,800,000) for construction of a new elementary building, Tiger Elementary, and renovation of Park Elementary
• Finances
  • District operating budget: $36,824,613
  • Fiscally responsible administrative team, yielding a strong 2021 (audited) unassigned fund balance of 30%, food service of 29% and community education of 23.5%
  • Average daily membership of 2,627 in 2021
  • Proactive budget management using modified zero based budgeting practices, including planning on an annual and rolling five-year basis
  • Cash flow stability due to proactive receipt/disbursement analysis, budget management and reliable fund balance positions
  • Solid business, finance and human resources practices leading to minimal (if any) Minnesota legal compliance issues
• Community
  • Involvement and support

Student Population: 2627

District Schools:

• West Elementary Pre K-1
• Tiger Elementary Gr 2-3
• Park Elementary Gr 4-5
• Hutchinson Middle School Gr 6-8
• Hutchinson High School Gr 9-12

Union Affiliations

• Education Hutchinson – Teachers
• Hutchinson Education Support Professionals (HESP) – Ed Assistants, Food Service, Building Administrative Assistants, Building Nurses
• Local No. 284 S.E.I.U – Custodians

Contract Status: HESP and Local 284 settled for 2021-23. Teachers currently in negotiations

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

• Applications Accepted Through March 11, 2022
• Selected Candidates taken to the Board on March 21, 2022
• First Round Interviews on March 22-23, 2022
• Finalist Interviews on March 28-30, 2022
• Position Begins on July 1, 2022

Application Process

• Interested candidates can apply and submit the required credentials through schoolexecconnect.com
• Candidates will be asked to complete the online application and present a cover letter, resume, copies of graduate transcripts, proof of certification and letters of reference

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Public Schools’ main office is located in Long Prairie, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 933 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: http://www.lpge.org/

City Website:   https://www.longprairie.net/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Long Prairie-Grey Eagle School Board seeks a superintendent who:

• Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
• Is a visionary, creative thinker
• Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Has experience in school finance
• Promotes business and community partnerships
• Understands the effects of poverty on student learning and achievement
• Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation package, with a minimum salary of $140,000 will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  February 28, 2022

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on February 28, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  John Ward, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-479-0935.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Sauk Centre Public Schools • Opening Posting

Job Title

Superintendent of Schools. The school district is seeking a full-time superintendent effective July 1, 2022.

District

Sauk Centre School District #743 (Based in Sauk Centre, Minnesota)

District Description

Sauk Centre, MN is a thriving community of approximately 4,550 nestled in Stearns County in Central Minnesota. Sauk Centre is located along I-94 approximately 100 miles northwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Sauk Centre is the birthplace of novelist and Nobel Prize winner, Sinclair Lewis. Sauk Centre served as inspiration for Lewis’ 1920 novel Main Street. Hence, Sauk Centre Schools, offering a comprehensive PreK -12 educational program, is proud to be called the Mainstreeters!

District Website

https://www.isd743.org/

Current Vision & Mission (updated 11/10/20)

Mission

Our mission is to provide educational opportunities that reach all learners; fosters student interests and passions; and encourages collaboration through community partnerships that provide real world skills and training.

Vision

We will provide safe and innovative facilities that will continually develop 21^st Century Learners who are ready and adaptable for a successful future.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate must hold or be eligible for a Minnesota License as a Superintendent or demonstrate their ability to secure licensure by June 30, 2022. Previous experience as a superintendent is preferred but not required.

Salary / Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package based upon successful candidate’s background and experience.

Application Review Date

The School Board will begin reviewing resumes on 3/11/22. The position will remain open until filled.

Interview Dates

Applicants are asked to hold March 24, 2022 as possible interview date.

Information

Please send a cover letter, resume, license, and three professional letters of reference to:

[email protected]

Questions?

Please contact Bruce Miles @ 320-260-2612 or [email protected]

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The ACGC School District’s main office is in Grove City, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 872 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website:        http://www.acgc.k12.mn.us/

City Websites:                        http://atwaterminnesota.com/

https://cosmos-mn.com/

https://grovecitymn.com/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The ACGC School Board seeks a superintendent who:

• Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
• Develops and directs an effective leadership team
• Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
• Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
• Promotes business and community involvement in schools
• Effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives; values teamwork

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT: The previous superintendent’s base salary for the 2021-2022 school year was $131,391 The final salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  February 1, 2022

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on February 1, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “ACGC Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  Terry Quist, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 320-815-8254.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.