Superintendent- Alexandria, VA

Fairfax County Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 274,500 - 335,500; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Public Schools is seeking an innovative educational leader to serve as Division Superintendent in Alexandria, Virginia. This role requires strong educational leadership skills and the ability to enhance the student experience while collaborating with the community.

The successful candidate will hold a Virginia DOE 8 VAC 20 Division Superintendent License. A competitive multi-year contract will be offered with a salary range of $305,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated exemplary educational leadership experience in a community with similar strengths, demographics, and challenges.
• Eligible for or immediately eligible for a Virginia DOE 8 VAC 20 Division Superintendent License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an excellent educational experience for every student in the division.
• Integrate with the community.

Skills

Educational leadership experience

Knowledge of Virginia DOE regulations

Education

Virginia DOE 8 VAC 20 Division Superintendent License

Job description

Superintendent Vacancy

The Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) is looking for an innovative educational leader to serve as Division Superintendent.

Key responsibilities include ensuring an excellent educational experience for every student in the division and integrating with the community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated exemplary educational leadership experience in a community with similar strengths, demographics, and challenges.
• Eligible for or immediately eligible for a Virginia DOE 8 VAC 20 Division Superintendent License.

Compensation

A multi‑year contract will be offered with a salary range of $305,000 per annum subject to actual qualifications, experience and negotiations.

Application Period

Applications accepted until August 12, 2026. Anticipated appointment date around October 1, 2026.