Interim Superintendent - Newark City Schools

The Newark City Board of Education is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Interim Superintendent. The district desires an educational leader with a commitment to continuing excellence for all students. Experienced Superintendent desired. The Licking Regional Educational Service Center is assisting the Board in its search.

District Profile:

The Newark City School District serves approximately 5,800 students in 13 buildings - one preschool, seven elementary schools (Grades K-5), three middle schools (Grades 6-8), one high school (Grades 9-12), one alternative academy (9-12) and a digital academy (Grades 6-12). Located 30 miles east of Columbus, the Newark City Schools is the largest district in Licking County.

Timeline:

District:Newark City School District, Newark, Ohio Position:Interim Superintendent Date of Posting:October 30, 2026 Application Deadline:November 8, 2026 (no late applications accepted) Start Date:January 1, 2027 End Date:Fluid depending on the start date of the new Superintendent

Note: Applicants must be available to meet with members of the Board within two weeks from the application deadline.

To Apply:

Send Cover Letter, Resume, Reference Letters (3), Salary Requirements, Current Ohio Superintendent License, Copies of Transcripts and Credentials to:

Mr. Dale Lewellen, Superintendent Licking Regional Educational Service Center 145 North Quentin Road Newark, OH 43055 dlewellen@lresc.org

Please direct questions related to the application process or position to Dale Lewellen, LRESC Superintendent via email at dlewellen@lresc.org.

To learn more about the district, visit the Newark City School District Website: https://www.newarkcityschools.org/