Superintendent Position Profile 2010
New Albany-Plain Local Schools (NAPLS) seeks the opportunity to partner with an educationally- its next superintendent. NAPLS is a leader in K- focused community. With the district’s recent 12 education with every school designated as a reevaluation of its strategic and facility plans, National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by NAPLS’ superintendent will play a vital role in the U.S. Department of Education. From New ensuring the development of ethical, self- Albany’s progressive urban planning directed, and intellectually curious citizens of philosophy to a centralized educational the world. campus, the district’s next superintendent has
Position Purpose ...... 2! Reporting Relationships ...... 2! Key Responsibilities...... 2! Key Qualifications and Attributes ...... 5! About New Albany-Plain Local Schools...... 6! New Albany Board of Education ...... 9! Process of Candidacy ...... 11! About the Greater Columbus & New Albany Areas...... 12!
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Position Purpose
The superintendent serves as the district’s chief executive and educational leader. The superintendent has all the powers and duties bestowed upon the office by statute, and has all executive and administrative powers and duties in connection with the overall operation of the schools which are not required by statute to be exercised directly by the NAPLS Board of Education (“the board”) or by some other officer. The superintendent exercises leadership through school administrators who comprise the Leadership Team.
Reporting Relationships
The superintendent reports directly to the NAPLS Board of Education. The superintendent’s direct reports include five principals, the director of human resources, director of teaching/learning, director of communications and director of operations/planning.
Key Responsibilities
Vision, Continuous Improvement and Focus of District Work
The superintendent shall focus on the vision and mission, inspire and lead continuous improvement and develop a relevant plan for achieving district goals.
! Clearly articulate the district’s vision and plan.
! Inspire the community, faculty & staff to support, follow and invest in the vision. ! Execute and evaluate a strategic plan with a reasonable, achievable number of goals and objectives.
o NAPLS Strategic Plan: www.napls.us/stratplan
o NAPLS Master Plan: www.napls.us/facilities ! Engage the board and key staff in a process that designs objectives, details activities, identifies resources, defines timelines, meets standards and monitors processes necessary for completion of the district goals.
! Monitor the strategy in relationship to the changing demographic in the community and enrollment.
! Prepare and present accurate, timely and consistent progress reports.
Communication and Collaboration
The superintendent shall facilitate effective communication and collaboration with the board, faculty and staff as well as the community-at-large. Also, the superintendent shall recognize the importance of involving multiple stakeholders to inform decision-making, communicate processes and celebrate accomplishments.
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! Demonstrate effective and transparent communication with all stakeholders to sustain positive community engagement.
! Develop, implement and maintain effective communication systems.
! Demonstrate a willingness to collaborate with the board, leadership team, faculty, staff, students and all stakeholders.
! Keep the public and staff informed about current educational practices, educational trends, policies, progress and challenges in the district’s schools.
! Assess public and staff beliefs about matters pertaining to the schools.
! Promptly respond to staff and community concerns.
! Establish rapport with the media.
! Promote understanding, appreciation, and use of the community’s diverse social, cultural, and intellectual resources.
Policies and Governance
The superintendent shall identify, prioritize, recommend and follow policies and governance procedures that maintain a focus on the central goal — ensuring the success of all students. The superintendent shall ensure an effective working relationship with the board and enlist the board’s support for district goals.
! Review, develop and recommend policies for the district.
! Implement and continuously assess policies and practices.
! Identify and respond to societal and educational trends that affect the district and community. ! Counsel with the board on strategy to achieve the adopted goals.
! Advocate for children and families.
! Model and expect professional conduct.
! Prepare and submit to the board recommendations relative to all matters requiring board action, placing before the board such necessary and helpful facts, information and reports as needed to ensure the making of informed decisions.
! Prepare the agenda for board meetings, attend and participate in all meetings of the board and its committees, except when own employment or salary is under consideration and participate in all board deliberations, with no voting power.
! Keep the board informed of the activities operating under the board’s authority.
Instruction and Student Achievement
The superintendent shall lead the creation of instructional systems designed for high student achievement. The superintendent shall place a primary focus on improving instruction and enhancing student learning. As an instructional leader, the superintendent shall create a district culture and expectations that support effective data-based decision making at all levels of the system. The superintendent shall work with district and building administrators to identify, collect, analyze and use relevant data to identify strengths to
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sustain and improvements to address. The superintendent shall promote, support and use research-based best practices for curriculum design and instruction.
! Require district-wide use of an established curriculum.
! Ensure the development and implementation of high-quality, standards-based instruction.
! Set expectations for and guide the creation of a comprehensive academic assessment system for the district. ! Ensure that the district curriculum, instruction and assessment program are designed to provide full access and opportunity to all students consistent with available resources and legal mandates.
! Recruit, develop, evaluate and retain quality staff through effective human resource management.
! Provide for high-quality professional development for all staff aligned with district, state and applicable national standards.
! Promote the use of effective and appropriate technologies to support teaching and learning.
! Direct and supervise extra and co-curricula programs in the district.
! Foster positive morale, dedication and trusted relationships.
! Be visible within the school setting and serve as a high integrity role model.
Resources
The superintendent will oversee the administrative structure and resources of the district including financial, materials, technological and facilities in support of district goals for instruction and student achievement. The superintendent shall organize the district to provide the leadership team the appropriate authority within their schools to make decisions and implement initiatives.
! Design and maintain an effective and efficient administration structure.
! Provide and implement a plan of assessment and evaluation for employees of the district as well as personally assess and evaluate select administrative personnel. ! Oversee master calendar and schedules focused on district goals.
! Manage and prioritize fiscal resources to align expenditures with district goals.
! With the treasurer, manage a process for the creation of the tax budget and appropriation budget and recommend them to the board for approval.
! Recommend to the board tax millage needed to maintain the district’s educational programs and provide leadership to tax levy campaigns to garner public support and trust.
! Create and leverage opportunities to increase funding and alternative revenue streams.
! Identify and equitably allocate resources to support district goals.
! Oversee the district’s facilities, operations with a focus on student and staff safety.
! Oversee bidding, purchasing and accounting procedures that are cost effective and efficient.
! Oversee appropriate regulations for the use and care of school properties.
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! Manage and supervise the transportation of students and provision of food services. ! Facilitate an organized and well-planned execution of existing or anticipated master plans.
! Prepare board for positive negotiations with collective bargaining units.
Attributes and Key Qualifications
The NAPLS Board of Education seeks to identify a visionary superintendent who demonstrates passion for education and a collaborative style that inspires accountability to all stakeholders of the New Albany community. Through diplomatic communication, this leader will instill confidence and build trust with a broad base of stakeholders by frequently presenting consistent, concise and transparent information.
As an innovative administrator and role model of the highest level of ethical and professional behavior, the next superintendent will recognize, attract, mentor, develop and empower talented faculty and staff to drive the success of the students. This engaged and intellectually-curious superintendent will seize opportunities and anticipate challenges, facilitate sound and thoughtful decision-making, exhibit political savvy and celebrate the achievements of this distinctive district.
Key Qualifications ! Demonstrated track record as a results-oriented leader.
! Superintendent and/or educational administrative experience strongly preferred.
! Exemplary written and oral communications skills.
! Knowledge of emerging research and best practices in curricular development.
! Ability to identify, attract, develop and retain exceptional talent. ! Demonstrated fiscal discipline and integrity.
! Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) preferred.
! Possession of an Ohio Department of Education (ODE) professional superintendent license or ODE alternative superintendent license, or the ability to earn such a license within a reasonable time period as determined by the NAPLS Board of Education.
o Professional superintendent licensure: http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/3301-24-05
o Alternative superintended licensure: http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/3301-24-12 ! Relocation of primary residence to the district within a reasonable time period as determined by the NAPLS Board of Education.
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About New Albany-Plain Local Schools
Mission
To ensure the development of ethical, self-directed, and intellectually curious citizens of the world.
Vision
To become the leader in reinventing education.
Promise
To provide a culture that encourages students to pursue and realize their dreams and aspirations through passionate, inspired teaching and learning and personalized programs and services accomplished in collaboration with our entire community. The New Albany-Plain Local Schools district is located in a northeast suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1837, the Village of New Albany was primarily rural before significant residential and commercial development arrived some 150 years later. Unlike some suburban communities that have sprawling, unregulated growth, New Albany is developing as a “balanced” 21st Century village in which business enterprises, developers and schools share a common vision. Partnerships are key elements in community growth.
The school district serves an area of 26 square miles, and features eight state of the art buildings all on one centrally located campus. The schools are connected by tree-lined walkways, and are surrounded by an 80-acre nature preserve.
New Albany-Plain Local Schools provide education to approximately 4,180 students in grades K-12. All of the district’s schools have been accredited by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges. NAPLS is the only school district in Ohio in which every school is designated a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education, and for the past nine years NAPLS has earned Ohio Department of Education’s highest rank.
NAPLS is a responsible steward in growth and financial management. The district has experienced double-digit enrollment growth in the past decade. Projections for enrollment continue to be within an acceptable range of estimation. Consequently, operating expenses are in balance, and a master plan has been created to proactively address responsible facilities planning.
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Educational Highlights
Academic Excellence For the past nine years, New Albany-Plain Local Schools has earned the highest possible rating by the Ohio Department of Education. The recently released 2009-2010 State of Ohio Report card ranks NAPLS among the best districts under the highest grade, “Excellent with Distinction.” This rating is awarded to districts who demonstrate “above expected” gains for the past two years in their value-added scores. Furthermore, the district continues to shine in academic improvement among all of its students with its highest State Performance Index Score to date.
Arts Programming Arts Education is an important component of the school district’s curriculum. For NAPLS’ youngest students in K-1 elementary, arts integration is woven throughout to advance academic success, critical thinking and creativity. New Albany Middle School enjoys strong band, orchestra and choir programs. New Albany High School (NAHS) theatre programming has benefited from NAPLS' partnership with the $15 million Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, the anchor to New Albany's Learning Campus. Additionally, students are provided many opportunities in the visual arts to celebrate their work through contests and community art shows.
Technology The Learning Campus computer network is as large as many mid-sized Columbus businesses. Many resources are available to students and teachers, from collaborative learning environments to curriculum specific software and adaptive services for NAPLS’ special needs students. All district students meet state technology proficiency guidelines by 8th grade. NAPLS’ classroom instruction is supported by anytime, anyplace, on-line digital resources, including teacher portals and access to MOODLE, Multiple Object Oriented Digital Learning Environment.
Woodland Nature Preserve There are 80 acres of woodlands, wetlands, ponds, streams and meadows on and adjacent to the K-12 Learning Campus. The nature preserve is the cornerstone of New Albany's award-winning Environmental Science Program. This nature preserve is also an extension of every classroom and a key component of NAPLS’ curricular goals in such areas as environmental stewardship, local history, interpretive writing, weather, geology, biology, math and art. Recycled materials and solar lighting have been used on nature trails utilized by students as well as the community.
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Senior Seminar and Internships Senior Seminar is a graduation requirement for all New Albany High Schools students. It is a performance-based course that provides an arena in which students demonstrate K-12 cumulative learning and skills. Students are encouraged to go beyond the traditional school setting for this experience, and an exhibition of their work is presented to an audience. Some examples have been constructing a wildlife observatory, writing and performing original music and creating an event that raises money for childhood cancer research. Each senior also has the opportunity to participate in an internship as a culminating activity before graduation.
Academic Partnerships NAPLS has partnered with several post-secondary institutions to provide students with outstanding educational opportunities. NAPLS' innovative two-year high school Environmental Science program is a partnership between the Eastland Career Center, Columbus State Community College and The Ohio State University (OSU). NAPLS students along with pupils from 18 other Central Ohio high schools are eligible to apply for this environmental industry-endorsed program. NAPLS students also have the opportunity to gain college credit through partnerships with both OSU and Kenyon College.
Alternative Education Opportunities Students at New Albany High School have the opportunity to take courses offered by Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Center. The Career Centers prepare students for direct employment as technically skilled workers in the school-to-career programs. They also prepare students for continuing their education in the school-to-college programs. Eastland-Fairfield Career & Technical Center programs are open to all New Albany 11th and 12th grade students who demonstrate the ability and interest to attend. Students remain enrolled in and still graduate from New Albany High School. Students are encouraged to continue participation in all extracurricular activities at New Albany High School.
Athletics NAPLS is proud to be an award-winning district. NAHS is in Division 1 and is a former state champion in lacrosse. Additionally, NAHS has fostered individual state champions in tennis and swimming. The district is host to numerous competitive sports including field and indoor sports. A sampling of sports offered include baseball, cheerleading, cross country, football, softball, swimming and diving, track and field, and volleyball. NAPLS also offers and girls and boys basketball, golf, lacrosse, soccer and tennis.
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New Albany Board of Education
Mark Ryan, board president Term of office: January 1, 2008 – December 31, 2011 Mr. Ryan has been a resident of New Albany since 1999. A former president of Rimrock, he is currently a minority owner and advisor of two Central Ohio businesses. In his professional career he has had responsibility for sales, operations, human resources, finance and strategy. He is an involved community and school volunteer. In addition to coaching recreation level soccer and basketball, Mr. Ryan has served on the boards of The McCoy Community Center for the Arts and St. Stephen’s Community House. Mr. Ryan has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame, and has been active in the leadership of its Central Ohio Alumni Club. The Ryans have four children attending NAPLS, ages 8 to 14.
Laura Kohler, vice president Term of office: January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2013 Ms. Kohler is a ten-year resident of New Albany. She has been very involved in the school district and the community, serving on the district’s communications committee, the finance committee, the 2008 operating levy committee, as well as a member of New Albany for Kids. Ms. Kohler holds a bachelor’s degree in English and history from Duke University, and a Master’s of Business Administration from the University of Dayton. She was a former member and president of the Worthington City Schools Board of Education; and worked as a board trainer, policy specialist and strategic planning facilitator for the Ohio School Boards Association. Ms. Kohler is currently employed as a realtor with New Albany Realty, and is the mother of four children.
Mike Klein Term of office: January 1, 2008 – December 31, 2011 Mr. Klein and his family have lived in New Albany since 2004. Mr. Klein is very involved in the New Albany community, serving as a youth soccer coach, classroom volunteer and on a variety of school district committees. He is also the “Voice of the Eagles,” as the announcer for New Albany High School football games and the boys’ basketball games. Mr. Klein has a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from The Ohio State University and a Master of Science degree in marketing and communications from Franklin University. He is employed as a quality assurance analyst with Anheuser-Busch InBev, Inc. Mr. Klein and his wife have two children who attend NAPLS.
Cheri Lehmann Term of office: January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2013 Ms. Lehmann and her family have lived in New Albany for 8 years. The mother of two school-age children, Ms. Lehmann has been very involved in the school district, serving as a classroom volunteer, member of the PTO, chairperson for the 2008 NAPLS operating levy committee, and former member of the district’s finance committee and the facilities committee. Ms. Lehmann has an associate degree from the University of Akron, and is employed as a respiratory therapist with The Ohio State University Medical Center.
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Natalie Matt Term of office: January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2013 Ms. Matt and her family have been residents of New Albany for more than nine years. As the mother of five children attending NAPLS, Ms. Matt has been very active in the district and the community, serving as a classroom and sporting event volunteer, PTO member and programming committee member for the McCoy Center for the Arts. Ms. Matt has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Williams College and a master’s degree in secondary education from George Washington University. She has taught at the middle and high school levels in a variety of public and private schools.
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Process of Candidacy
Nominations, referrals and expressions of interest with preferred contact information, Curriculum Vitae or resume should be directed to:
SC search consultants, llc 1100 Beecher Crossing North, Suite A Columbus, Ohio 43230 www.scsearchconsultants.com
614.939.4240 614.939.4250 fax
MeghanFarkasovsky | [email protected] or
JennSullivan | [email protected]
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The New Albany-Plain Local School district is an equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity employer without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran.
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About the Greater Columbus & New Albany Areas
Greater Columbus is a thriving metropolitan area of 1.75 million people (Columbus is the 16th largest city in the U.S.) and a contemporary hub of government, education, business, retail and culture. The Columbus region is home to the Ohio Supreme Court, twenty colleges and universities, eleven Fortune 1000 companies, sixty-five public libraries, spectacular shopping destinations, historic and modern cultural arts centers and the Port Columbus International Airport.
The Village of New Albany is a master planned community built upon the best traditions of small town America. Behind its charming urban village design, a sophisticated approach to sustainable development and ongoing public-private partnerships result in a remarkable level of architectural integrity, community interaction and economic vitality.
Unlike some suburban communities that are sprawling with unregulated growth, New Albany is seeking to develop as a “balanced” community, a 21st Century village in which it 10,000 residents, business enterprises, developers, government entities and schools share a common vision. Partnerships are key elements in community growth.
Culture ! Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts ! The Columbus Museum of Art ! Columbus Symphony Orchestra ! Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA) ! BalletMet, Columbus’ professional dance company ! King Arts Complex, African-American performing, cultural, and educational programs of the highest artistic merit ! Wexner Center for the Arts, cutting-edge exhibits and performances in the visual and performing arts ! Columbus Metropolitan Library, a nationally recognized system ! The Short North, Columbus’ vibrant arts district
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Outdoors ! New Albany Parks and Recreation, a network of parks, sidewalks and 27 miles of leisure trails ! Plain Township Aquatic Center, an outdoor pool, water slides and children’s water park ! Franklin Park Conservatory, beautiful botanical collections, gardens, waterfalls, and educational programs ! Alum Creek Lake, excellent fishing, hiking, camping, and water sport activities
Entertainment ! Nationwide Arena or The Schottenstein Center, outstanding venues for concerts and shows ! North Market, Columbus’ only public market featuring homegrown and ethnic foods ! Center of Science and Industry (COSI), voted the #1 science center in the US by Parents magazine ! Jack Hanna’s Columbus Zoo, voted the #1 Zoo by USA Travel Guide, and recently opened Zoombezi Bay, a combination water and amusement park right next door to the zoo
Yearly Events ! New Albany Classic Invitational Grand Prix & Family Day, equestrian sports, amusements, and charity ! Red White and Boom, the Midwest’s largest Independence Day fireworks celebration with fantastic cuisine and live music along downtown’s riverfront ! The Jazz & Rib Fest, the aroma of hot ribs and the sounds of cool jazz fill the air every summer ! The Ohio State Fair, fun rides, food, and more live music take over Columbus every August ! The PGA Memorial Tournament, attracts the game's top golfers as well as celebrities ! The Columbus Marathon, athletes from all over take to Columbus’ streets
Sports ! New Albany Country Club, featuring a 27-hole Jack Nicklaus golf course; a 50,000 square foot club house with three restaurants and a 250-seat ballroom; a 30,000 square foot, full-service health club; five swimming pools and 18 tennis courts ! Columbus Blue Jackets, Columbus’ National Hockey League team ! Columbus Crew, 2008 Major League Soccer champions ! Columbus Clippers, a Triple-A baseball team located in the heart of downtown ! The Ohio State University, nationally recognized sports teams including big ten college football ! Scioto Downs and Beulah Park, thoroughbred and harness racing
Shopping ! Easton Town Center, a 1.7 million square-foot “New Urban Retail” center that features pedestrian-friendly streetscapes, open-air gathering spaces, fountains and parks for children, in addition to over 160 best-of-class retail, entertainment, and dining tenants ! Polaris Fashion Place, over 150 specialty stores, 6 anchor stores, and 3 full-service restaurants ! Colorful local shops and boutiques are plentiful on the main streets of many of Columbus’ suburbs and outlying neighborhoods
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