Superintendent/Principal - Sentinel Elementary School District
Arizona School Administrators
Location
Arizona | United States
Job description
The Governing Board of Sentinel Elementary School District No. 71 announces a search for a new Superintendent/Principal. Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
Community Profile Our caring and cooperative community makes Sentinel a truly special place. Local parents and community members take an active role in the upbringing and education of our students. The Sentinel one-school district operates the school to be community resources, where people come together, share ideas, and work for the benefit of our students.
Sentinel is located north of the Mexico border on Interstate 8, between Yuma, Arizona and Phoenix. Our community originally served as a water stop along the railroad lines during the 1920's. At that time, the old steam engines had to stop every five to six miles for water. In 1903, Sentinel School opened for the first time. The school was taught in a boxcar provided by the railroad who also provided lights, water and heating. The first school trustees were C.A. Gray, Allen Shroud and F.W. Jordan. The first schoolteacher on record was Miss Alma Forester. In 1904 the school closed and did not open again until 1913. Sentinel School closed two years later. The school was reestablished on June 25, 1917, by a unanimous vote of the Trustees. Sentinel Elementary District No. 71 has remained open continuously since that time. In 1922 Miss Alma Forester married Mr. John McGann who was a prominent citizen of the Sentinel community. The school was in one building until themid-1970's. The current school was built in 2003 with the support of the School Facilities Board and includes a 400-meter track. Because of the unique environment, the military still uses the Sentinel and surrounding area for periodic training and many of the troops serving in the Middle East trained in the area. At one time, there was a hot spring Located in Agua Caliente, just a few miles from Sentinel--an exclusive resort visited by many of the famous movie stars of the era.
Generations of people have visited us in Sentinel during their travels across southern Arizona. Today, we're known for our friendly, small-town way of life and our strong agriculture-based economy. Local farming includes dates, fish farms, dairies and alfalfa. The influx of solar plants has brought and is continuing to bring a strong tax base for the area.
District Profile Sentinel Elementary School District No. 71 is comprised of one K-8 school with a current student population of 40. The Sentinel district schools deliver inspiring, supportive education in a safe environment. We take great pride in the quality of our programs and facilities. Our dedicated teachers provide the essential instruction and care that ensures a bright future for our students.
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Position Requirements The Governing Board of the Sentinel Elementary School District is seeking a Superintendent/Principal who will lead the District to higher academic performance and be a strong ambassador for the school in the community
Candidate Essential Qualifications - Arizona Principal Certification in place at the time of application or in process of applying
- Experience as an administrator in a public school
- Teaching experience in a public school system
- Master’s Degree from an accredited university
Preferred Qualifications - Arizona Superintendent Certification in place at the time of application or in process of applying
Candidate Desired Characteristics and Experience - An instructional leader who will raise student achievement for all students in the District
- A child-centered advocate for learning who demonstrates a belief that all children can learn and inspires others with this belief
- Plans and implements continuous improvement in all academic and operational areas
- Experience with special program administration
- Motivates, inspires staff, generates individual and team enthusiasm, and builds staff and community morale
- Delegates authority and responsibility when appropriate
- Experience with conflict resolution and bringing diverse, special interest groups together
- Must be an integral part of the community
- Experience in planning, managing, and evaluating district budgets
- Creative, innovative, authentic, honest, and genuine
- Effective communicator-listens and promotes two-way communication
- Takes responsibility for his/her actions and is accountable to stakeholders
- Strong interpersonal skills
Salary and Contract Terms The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000. The actual salary for the successful candidate will be determined during contract negotiations and will be based on experience and professional preparation.
The Sentinel Elementary School District No. 71 offers a competitive benefit package including
performance pay and
HOUSING that will be finalized during contract negotiations.
Search Timeline | Vacancy Announced (5:00PM AZ time): | January 22, 2024 |
| Deadline for Applications (12noon AZ time): | February 23, 2024 |
| Applicant Screening with Governing Board: | March 4, 2024 |
| Screened Candidates Interview with Governing Board: | March 12, 2024 |
| Finalists Interviews with Board and Community Forum: | March 26, 2024 |
Board of Directors Enters into Contract Negotiation:
Announcement of New Appointment: TBD
(Subject to change) | March 26, 2024 |
Incoming Superintendent Assumes Duties:
(or as mutually agreed) | TBD |
(All dates are tentative and subject to change)
Additional Information The Sentinel Elementary School District has engaged the services of the Arizona School Administrators to direct a search for qualified candidates. Each finalist will visit the Sentinel campus at his/her expense to be interviewed by the School Board. Board members may visit the communities of selected candidates as part of the final selection process. All applicants must submit an online application. To receive consideration, an applicant submission must be completed by February 23, 2024, and sent via the online application process. Please visit the ASA website at to complete the online application.
Sentinel Elementary School District No. 71 is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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