Interim Superintendent - Liberty Elementary School District
Job Description
Job DescriptionThe Governing Board of the Liberty Elementary School District announces a search for an Interim District Superintendent. Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
The Liberty Elementary School District Governing Board seeks an experienced leader with lofty standards, personal integrity, and good moral character. The successful candidate will be a highly energetic education professional who has a strong background in teaching and educational leadership and possesses the skills necessary to continue the District’s commitment to excellence, while focused on improvement of opportunities and outcomes. The Board is also interested in selecting a leader committed to maintaining a strong teaching staff while attracting families and students.
The Governing Board understands that candidates are likely to possess traits and skills in varying degrees and seeks an individual who demonstrates the “best fit” for the position and the community.
Position Requirements
- Successful experience as a School District Superintendent
- Five (5) years’ teaching experience in a public school system
- Three (3) years’ Principal or building-level administrator experience
- Master’s Degree from an accredited university
- Doctorate Degree from an accredited university (preferred)
- Current Arizona Superintendent Certificate or ability to attain one.
- Fingerprint verification from the state of Arizona
- Strong experience in school finance and federal grants (Title I)
The Governing Board seeks a Superintendent who:
- Is enthusiastic about student-centered programs and activities, is committed to the growth of every child as a student and is a person who has been successful in the implementation and development of programs that meet the needs of every child.
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate accessibility to staff, parents, and community members.
- Is committed to the well-being and academic success of all students.
- Has experience in curriculum planning and instruction, and in coordinating or directing staff development.
- Is knowledgeable of current Arizona standards, assessment protocols, and educational statutes.
- Models high expectations and holds others to the same standards in accountability, honesty, integrity, accessibility, involvement and commitment to the District and community.
- Has experience and knowledge in school law, finance, fiscal planning, federal programs, grant writing, and district operations such as facilities, transportation, and food service.
- Displays a passionate vision of education for the future.
- Has experience collaborating with local community organizations and businesses.
Salary and Contract
The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $185,000. The actual salary for the successful candidate, to be determined during contract negotiations, will be based on experience, professional preparation, and duration of the Interim Superintendent’s service. The contract will end by June 30, 2026 at the latest.
The District offers a competitive benefit package that will be finalized during contract negotiations.
Additional Information
For additional information about the District and the community please access this website: www.liberty25.org.
Liberty Elementary School District has engaged the services of the Arizona School Administrators to direct a search for qualified candidates. Each finalist will visit the district at his/her expense to be interviewed by the Governing Board.
To receive consideration, an applicant’s file must be completed and filed with ASA by 12 Noon Arizona time, June 26, 2025. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Once the position has closed, no additions or adjustments to an application packet may be made. This search will include one interview. It is expected that the names of applicants to be interviewed will be released to the public at the screening meeting. All inquiries related to this search are to be directed to Dr. Mark Joraanstad, ASA Consultant (mjoraanstad@gmail.com), or Dr, Paul Tighe, Executive Director, ASA.
Search Timeline
Vacancy Announced: June 19, 2025
Deadline for Applications (12:00 p.m. AZ time): June 26, 2025
Applicant Screening with Governing Board: June 30, 2025
Candidate Interviews with Board: July 2, 2025
Governing Board Enters into Contract Negotiation: July 3, 2025
Announcement of New Appointment: July 14, 2025
Incoming Superintendent Assumes Duties: Per agreement with board
Please note that the file size limit for documents is 8.5 MB per file and 5 MB for resumes. Your application will not submit if you exceed these limits. You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission of your application.
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