Strategic School Leader: Finance-Savvy & Community Builder

Benton School District; Town of Benton (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Benton School District seeks an outstanding educational leader to serve as Superintendent starting July 1, 2027, or as negotiated. The role focuses on sustaining high achievement in a rural community with strong community support, and requires deep knowledge of district finances and strategic planning.

Applicants should be eligible for Wisconsin DPI District Administrator licensure. The Board and CESA 3 invite a leader who values student opportunities, transparency, and collaborative

Qualifications

• Eligible to obtain Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction District Administrator licensure before employment.
• Track record of school district leadership and credible fiscal management.
• Experience leading strategic planning and instruction-improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to sustain high achievement and address changing needs.
• Articulate a clear, goal-driven vision and communicate progress to staff, the Board, families and community.
• Provide effective supervisory leadership, develop staff, set high expectations, and place people in roles where they can succeed.
• Oversee district finances, including budgeting, revenue limits, forecasting and long-range sustainability.
• Foster collaboration and transparent partnership with the Board and community while preserving district strengths.

Skills

Financial acumen

Strategic planning

Instructional leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Supervision & staff development

Empathy & listening

Education

Wisconsin DPI District Administrator licensure eligibility

Job description

The Benton School District seeks an outstanding educational leader to serve as Superintendent starting July 1, 2027, or as negotiated. The role focuses on sustaining high achievement in a rural community with strong community support, and requires deep knowledge of district finances and strategic planning.

Applicants should be eligible for Wisconsin DPI District Administrator licensure. The Board and CESA 3 invite a leader who values student opportunities, transparency, and collaborative