Superintendent of Schools

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed as superintendent of schools in MA, required;
• Master's Degree, required; Advanced Degree, preferred
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience in addition to 5 years administrative experience
• Experience as a superintendent, required

SELECTION CRITERIA The Ware School Committee seeks an approachable and responsive leader who:

• Demonstrates considerable understanding of the budget process and is strategic about how to maximize resources
• Demonstrates familiarity and advocacy for the special education process and compliance with the implementation of services
• Has experience working with DESE to facilitate accreditation, special education reviews or any other state-level interactions, such as MSBA
• Demonstrates the ability to be a visible leader that supports staff, families, students and community
• Has experience handling personnel matters in a respectful, fair and confidential manner
• Consistently engages in effective, respectful and open communication within the schools and the community at large
• Fosters collaborative relationships with other district leaders
• Experience developing strong partnerships with educators, families, community and government bodies

COMPENSATION: $145,000 - $165,000, commensurate with experience TIMELINE October 23 - Applications due November 17 - Semifinalist interviews completed December 2 - Finalists announced Week of December 7 - Finalists visit district January 6 - Finalist interviews January 6 - Selection of new Superintendent January 13 - Contract approved July 1 - Start date For more information, contact Katie Rasys at krasys@ware.k12.ma.us.

• Completed application information must be received on or before October 23, 2026.
• The appointment will be made the week of January 13, 2027 with anticipated starting date of July 1, 2027.

Please do not contact school committee members or members of the school administration.