The New Milford Public Schools Board of Education expects to offer the successful candidate an em-ployment contract based on a compensation package commensurate with the new superintendent’s qualifications, credentials, and experience.

An invitation to apply for the position of

Superintendent of Schools

Application Procedure

Compensation

Board of Education David A. Lawson - Chairperson

Bill Dahl - Vice ChairpersonWendy Faulenbach - Secretary

Tammy McInerney- Assistant Secretary Angela C. Chastain

Robert Coppola Dave Littlefield

Brian McCauley J.T. Schemm

Completed application packets are comprised of the following: • Cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the New Milford 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.) Inquiries related to the position should be directed to:

Thomas Jokubaitis (203) 910-5743 tjokubaitis@snet.net Dr. James Ritchie (203) 313-9544 jritchie4@charter.net

Completed application packets are due via email to Cooperative Educational Services by Friday, Feb. 12, at 2 p.m. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and candidates are encouraged to submit early. Application packets MUST be submitted as ONE electronic PDF file and emailed to ExecutiveSearches@ces.k12.ct.us.

50 East Street New Milford, CT 06776

NEW MILFORDPublic Schools

Announcement of Vacancy Position Requirements

Town and Schools of New Milford

www.newmilfordps.org

The New Milford Board of Education seeks an outstanding educational lead-er for the position of Superintendent of Schools and invites qualified 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 responsibilty of the office during the 2016-17 school year.

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

There’s a good reason why many movies have been shot on location in New Milford. The western Connecticut town is quintessential New England, with a rustic setting, historical homes and buildings, and a strong sense of com-munity. Like much of Litchfield County, New Milford is mainly a residential community of about 28,000 people. The town is proud of its colonial his-tory and roots as well as the modern touches and amenities that make New Milford a pleasant place to live and work.

Geographically, New Milford is the largest town in the state of Connecti-cut. Much of the 64 square miles exists as open space. The town is home to parks and numerous bodies of water, including the Housatonic River. New Milford borders Candlewood Lake, Connecticut’s largest lake and a popu-lar destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The community is also home to one of the largest town greens in the state, as well as quaint restaurants and inns that underscore the New England village setting. New Milford is acces-sible from Interstate 84 and is close to Danbury, located not far from the border with New York.

New Milford Public Schools serves more than 4,000 students. It is a high achieving school district that expects great things from its teachers and other employees to help students to reach their full learning potential. Teachers engage in regular professional development opportunities and are expected to adopt best practices to use in the classroom. The district is dedicated to helping each student excel in an ever-changing world and embrace the challenges that are before them.

The public school system consists of five schools. Hill and Plain Elementary and Northville Elementary serve students from pre-kindergarten through the 2nd grade. Sarah Noble Intermediate School serves students in grades 3-5, and Schaghticoke Middle School houses students from grades 6-8. New Milford High School serves students in grades 9-12.

• Understand and model appropriate value systems, ethics, and moral leadership, and coordinate with social and human services, as appropriate, to help students grow and develop.

• Demonstrate leadership through empowering and inspiring others within the organization by visioning and shaping a positive and productive school and district culture.

• Be committed to collaboratively building the capacity of the entire school system.

• Be able to build mutually respectful relationships by working effectively with the Board to formulate district policy, define mutual expectations of personnel performance and demonstrate effective governance to all staff, students, and the community at large.

• Be able to establish and sustain effective communications with the Board, students, staff, parents, and the community as a whole, including fostering relationships with the media and responding to community feedback.

• Be able to gather and analyze data for decision-making and performance evaluation, and to provide recommendations to the Board for effective and efficient allocation of district resources.

• Remain current with advances in curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment theories and “best practices” including the integration of technology in an educational setting. Demonstrate knowledge of CCSS, SBAC, and other key district initiatives.

• Possess knowledge about and ability to promote effective teaching practices throughout the district and to facilitate use of instructional resources to maximize student achievement for all students.

• Demonstrate skill in developing and implementing up-to-date staff performance evaluation systems and applying ethical, contractual and legal requirements for personnel selection, development, retention, promotion, and dismissal.

• Possess strong financial and managerial background.

• Think effectively under pressure and be able to win the trust and confidence of others through demonstrated competence and character.

• Have a professional approach to speaking and writing.

• Be committed to improving learning outcomes for all students.

• Be active and visible in the schools and the community.