Superintendent Search

The Board of Education has begun the search for our next Superintendent, partnering with School Leadership, LLC to ensure a comprehensive and transparent process. Our goal is to select a leader who aligns with our District’s Vision, Mission, and Portrait of a Graduate.
Community input is vital, and stakeholders will have the opportunity to share the qualities and skills they value in a superintendent.
Interested in applying for the position of Superintendent of the Port Washington School District?
Visit 'Current Searches' for information on the position and instructions about how to apply. Please note that the information on the position is located under 'Vacancies' once you click on the application link.
On January 28, 2025, the Board approved a resolution, as part of the Consent Agenda, outlining the qualifications and expectations for superintendent candidates. President Smith read the specifications aloud and expressed appreciation for the input received from stakeholders through forums, emails, and the online survey. The Board unanimously approved the following specifications:
1. An instructional leader at the central office level, experienced teacher, and building administrator, with a proven record as a visionary who is able to move a successful district to even higher levels of achievement.
2. A leader with success in working with a diverse and growing student population, who will ensure that all students are provided with an appropriately challenging education and opportunities to excel.
3. A collaborative administrator with proven integrity, who can inspire and work successfully with a talented and diverse staff and an involved Board of Education.
4. An organizational leader with knowledge of best practices and proven skills in utilizing data in short and long range planning and implementation.
5. An approachable, transparent, and respected leader with superior skills in oral and written communications; an active listener who will be visible throughout the District and in the community at large.
School Leadership, LLC, in consultation with the Board of Education has created an online survey that we hope all students, staff, parents and members of the community will complete. This survey will be open from January 13th - January 20th.
1/6/2025 Community Letter from President Smith
1/13/2025 Community Letter from President Smith