Northwest

THE SEARCH: The Ada-Borup School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of a 1.0 FTE Superintendent.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: The Ada-Borup school district is located in a farming community in the heart of the Red River Valley in northwest Minnesota in the town of Ada.  The school district maintains a single school building campus with a growing Pre-K through 12 student enrollment of 570.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Ada-Borup School Board is seeking a highly, qualified candidate who implements the school board’s vision by making day-to-day decisions about educational programs, spending, staff and facilities.  The superintendent hires, supervises, manages, and evaluates principals, administrative assistants, department heads, and the business manager. The school board is seeking an ideal candidate who:

·       Has knowledge of best practices for maximizing student achievement.

·       Has visions of an innovative, progressive learning environment Pre-K through 12.

·       Encourages collaborative relationships and is visible within the local business community.

·       Will demonstrate the ability to develop and direct an effective leadership team and delegate authority while maintaining accountability.

·       Has knowledge of and successful experience in MN school finance.

·       Collaborates with business manager to prepare, present and recommend financial budgets to the school board.

·       Will provide accessibility to the school board, staff, students, parents, and community.

·       Will maintain relationships with legislators, other superintendents, local government leaders, Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), and other local organizations.

·       Completes all required school board, state and federal reports in a timely manner.

SCHOOL DISTRICT POINTS OF PRIDE:
·       Successful achievements in all phases:  Academics, Arts and Athletics.

·       Dedicated administrative team and staff with a mix of new and veteran teachers.

·       Strong financial position and fund balance.

·       Great facilities located on a single campus.

·       Many program offerings including College in the High School.

·       One-to-One Technology.

SALARY AND CONTRACT: A competitive compensation package, for this 1.0 FTE position, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Please complete and send the following to Sandy Gunderson, Ada-Borup Public Schools, 604 West Thorpe Avenue, Ada, MN 56510 by 3:30pm on May 14th, 2018:

Cover Letter
Current Resume
Ada-Borup School District Licensed Application Form:   http://ada.k12.mn.us/employment/application_teachers_licensed.doc
Three Letters of Recommendation
College Transcripts
Legal proof or other evidence (i.e., Certificate/License) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota

Contact Chairperson Blair Stoltman at (701) 866-5294 or [email protected] with any questions.

ISD #2854 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.