Superintendent

Sau-73---Gilford-School-District; Gilford (NH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SAU 73 - Gilford School District in Gilford, New Hampshire seeks a Superintendent to lead a district of three schools, a dedicated staff, and engaged families. The successful candidate will set strategic priorities, empower school and district leaders, oversee budget development, and communicate clearly with the school board, voters, and community.

This role requires strong collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to learner achievement and well-being.

Qualifications

• At least five years of K–12 administrative experience at the building or district level.
• Master's degree in educational leadership from an approved program.
• New Hampshire superintendent certification under Ed 506.01, or eligibility to obtain it by July 1, 2027.
• Experience leading or participating in collective bargaining.
• Working knowledge of current laws and legislation.
• Experience preparing a school district budget and presenting it to voters and town officials.

Responsibilities

• Lead for student success by setting educational priorities, supporting the Curriculum Director and building leaders, and ensuring a districtwide focus on learner achievement, well‑being, and educational excellence.
• Build leadership capacity by empowering and supporting leaders, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while maintaining clear expectations and accountability for outcomes.
• Translate district priorities into action by establishing measurable goals, monitoring progress, and ensuring initiatives are implemented thoughtfully and sustainably.
• Build strong relationships with staff, learners, families, community members, and municipal leaders through clear, transparent communication, meaningful collaboration, and thoughtful decision‑making, particularly during times of change or competing perspectives.
• Partner effectively with the School Board by providing sound professional advice, implementing Board policies and decisions, and maintaining a strong governance relationship.
• Demonstrate strong fiscal stewardship by aligning resources and budget decisions with district priorities and long-term success.

Skills

K-12 leadership experience

Budget presentation to voters

Collective bargaining

Knowledge of education laws

NH superintendent certification/elig-

Education

Master's degree in educational leadership

Job description

Superintendent

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Job Details

Job ID: 5966547
Application Deadline: Dec 11, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2027

Job Description

Superintendent of Schools: Gilford School District
Picture a district with an established leadership team, committed staff, engaged families, and a school board that balances support for schools with accountability to taxpayers. Now add Lake Winnipesaukee on one side and the Belknap Mountains on the other. That's Gilford: an exceptional place to live, work, and lead as its next superintendent.

The District’s next leader will:

• Lead for student success by setting clear educational priorities, supporting the Curriculum Director and building leaders, and ensuring a districtwide focus on learner achievement, well-being, and educational excellence.
• Build leadership capacity by empowering and supporting leaders, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while maintaining clear expectations and accountability for outcomes.
• Translate district priorities into action by establishing measurable goals, monitoring progress, and ensuring initiatives are implemented thoughtfully and sustainably.
• Build strong relationships with staff, learners, families, community members, and municipal leaders through clear, transparent communication, meaningful collaboration, and thoughtful decision‑making, particularly during times of change or competing perspectives.
• Partner effectively with the School Board by providing sound professional advice, implementing Board policies and decisions, and maintaining a strong governance relationship.
• Demonstrate strong fiscal stewardship by aligning resources and budget decisions with district priorities and long-term success.

The District

Gilford, an SB 2 District, serves just over 1,000 learners in three schools close enough to function as one campus. The middle (grades 5–8) and high (grades 9–12) schools are connected, the elementary school (K–4) is directly across the street, and the SAU office sits in Gilford's historic district, less than half a mile away. Learners from neighboring Gilmanton also attend Gilford High School through a tuition agreement.

About 245 staff members support the district, led by an experienced, collaborative 12‑member administrative team. It includes a business administrator; directors of curriculum, student services, technology director, buildings and grounds, and food service; and administrators at each school.

Qualifications

Required:

• At least five years of K–12 administrative experience at the building or district level
• A master's degree in educational leadership from an approved program
• New Hampshire superintendent certification under Ed 506.01, or eligibility to obtain it by July 1, 2027
• Experience leading or participating in collective bargaining
• A working knowledge of current laws and legislation
• Experience preparing a school district budget and presenting it to voters and town officials

The Gilford School Board is committed to a thoughtful and inclusive search process and looks forward to naming the next leader who will build upon the district’s strengths leading the Gilford schools into the future.

Gilford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Administration > Superintendent

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amie Leigh , Business Administrator
• 2 Belknap Mtn Road
• Gilford, New Hampshire 03249
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]