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Superintendent Search: Cotopaxi Consolidated Schools

Cotopaxi, Colorado

The Cotopaxi Consolidated Schools, Cotopaxi, Colorado, School Board, is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position July 1, 2024.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development, in association with the Colorado Association of School Boards and the Colorado Association of School Executives, has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.

Enrollment: 190 students

Location: Cotopaxi lies on both sides of the Arkansas River, 33 miles (53 km) west of Cañon City, the county seat, and 25 miles (40 km) southeast of Salida. It is about 150 miles south of Denver.

The Qualifications

The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership.

Passionate: A person who is focused on student achievement while meeting the needs of all students. A person who understands and has high regard for small rural agricultural communities. One who has the ability to create a common vision, establish goals and follow through with results. Able to inspire others.

Leader: A leader with a history of consistently demonstrating honesty, integrity, ethical treatment of others. A person who has an open and collaborative management style. A person with the ability to develop a shared vision for the future of the district with the strength and conviction to follow through and make tough decisions.

Communicator: A leader with strong communication skills who listens to both the school and greater community. A person who speaks and writes with clarity and is able to communicate tough and difficult issues in a positive manner. A person who is comfortable with radio and newspapers as well as social media.

Manager: A leader with successful fiscal management skills including school finance, budgeting and equitable allocation of funds and creativity in seeking additional forms of revenue. A person who knows how to manage a system focused on improvement. One who has the ability to work effectively with the school board.

Salary Range and Benefits: Yet to be determined

Search Timeline:

Closing date for applications: February 1, 2024 (11:30 p.m. central time)
School Board selects finalists to interview: February 20, 2024
Interviews with the School Board: March 9, 2024
Selection of new Superintendent: March 11, 2024
Start date: July 1, 2024

Contact information:

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.

11725 Arbor Street, Suite 220

Omaha, NE 68144

888-375-4814

Email: apps@macnjake.com

School Website: http://cotopaxire3.org

Consultant Dr. Henry Roman h_roman@macnjake.com

The Cotopaxi Consolidated Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.

Executive Director: The Vanguard School

The Vanguard School

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Apply to www.macnjake.com

The Vanguard School’s Board of Directors is seeking an experienced leader and passionate educator to fully embrace the school’s mission and vision and serve as their next Executive Director. The Board expects the selected individual to assume the responsibilities of the position no later than June 1, 2024.

The Vanguard Mission

The mission of The Vanguard School is to help guide students in the development of their character and academic potential through academically rigorous, content-rich educational programs.

Enrollment: 1,544

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

The Qualifications

In order to be considered for the position, candidates must be a proven leader with a track record of demonstrated results.

Specifically, the Board of Directors is searching for a leader who is fully committed to upholding The Vanguard School’s mission and values and possesses the following characteristics:

Leadership

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with inspiration and clarity
Confidence and courage in decision making
Demonstrated success in the classroom and in a senior leadership role
Knowledge of classical education and academic rigor
Commitment to developing the whole child through character development. academics, arts, and athletics
Consistently present and engaged throughout the school
Understands the diverse needs of all students and advocates for them along the K-12 continuum

Personal

Models high character and humility
Effective and articulate communication skills
Excellent judgment and emotional awareness
Possesses a strong self-awareness and is resilient in managing stress
Engages with others in a personable, tactful, and engaging manner

Organizational Oversight

Strong understanding of financial sustainability and budget development
Proven ability to hire, develop, retain, and support excellent faculty and staff
Commitment to data informed decision making
Understands charter school laws, policies, practices, and challenges
Proven experience with fundraising campaigns and grant writing

Salary Range: $135,000 - $165,000

Closing Date for Applications: November 30, 2023

Candidate Presentation Meeting: January 4-5, 2024

Board of Directors Name Finalist(s): January 9, 2024

Board of Directors Finalist(s) Interviews: January 18-19, 2024

Selection of New Executive Director: January 24, 2024

Start Date: Not later than June 1, 2024

Contact information:

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.

11725 Arbor St., Suite 220

Omaha, NE 68144

888-375-4814

Email: apps@macnjake.com

District Website: https://thevanguardschool.com

Consultant: Dr. Walt Cooper w_cooper@macnjake.com

The Vanguard School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.