Position Overview
The Lopez Island School District is seeking a highly qualified leader. The successful candidate will be the educational leader for a small, rural K-12 school district with 200-plus students and will be expected to handle multiple responsibilities and wear many hats. The position requires a person skilled in team building, collaboration, and community outreach. The Lopez Community has a strong commitment to environmental and humanitarian concerns. We hope to continue growing in our use of the most current standards of education and high-quality student experiences laid out in our recently adopted Strategic Plan.
Lopez School District is the largest employer on the island, and our facilities are used by many of our local organizations for meetings and activities. The Lopez Island Community cares deeply about our school, and the successful candidate will have the ability to continue to build on that community support. The District is looking for an individual who will help the Board evaluate the current budget and organizational structure and explore possible changes designed to increase effectiveness and reduce costs. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position as soon as possible.
We are searching for a .5 Superintendent. We will also accept applications for those wishing to fill the role on an interim basis for the Spring 2024 Semester.
Candidate Qualifications
● Masters Degree
● Experience in a small, community-oriented K-12 school environment highly desired
● Successful elementary and/or secondary teaching experience highly desired
● Successful leadership experience in educational administration highly desired
● Experience in fiscal management and budget development
● Experience in Labor Relations and working with Union Leadership
● Strong leadership skills in promoting a high level of trust and a collaborative team environment
● Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
● Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral
● Familiarity with the laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of public schools in the State of Washington highly desired
● Residence within the district highly desirable
To Apply
E-mail or send a completed application form with required attachments (available at ) to Beth Stanford, HR, Lopez Island School District No. 144, 86 School Road, Lopez Island, WA 98261, Position will remain open until filled, with a first review on Nov 20th, 2023.
Compensation range is 80-90k plus benefits.
Lopez Island School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified persons are encouraged to apply for positions regardless of their race, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, marital status, or disability.
For more information or questions, please contact Dr. Martha Martin, Interim Superintendent/K-12 Principal, Lopez Island School District, 360-468-2202, ext. 2251, or Kelli Carrier, LISD School Board Chair at , or visit our website at .
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