Visionary Rural School District Leader

McPherson & Jacobson LLC; Ignacio (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Health Insurance

Job summary

The Ignacio School District 11-JT in Ignacio, Colorado seeks a fully certified Superintendent to lead the district starting July 1, 2027. McPherson & Jacobson, LLC is assisting as the executive recruiter.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong educational leadership, fiscal oversight, and a commitment to urban-rural community engagement in a district of 527 students. The role offers a salary in the $140,000–$160,000 range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership as an educational leader and collaborator.
• Excellent communication with board, staff, parents and community.
• Educator background with classroom teaching and building capacity for student learning.
• Business and operational acumen in district finance and budgeting.
• Integrity and commitment to district mission and diverse community.
• Experience leading multi-cultural communities in a small rural district.
• MA degree required; principal license and ability to obtain superintendent license within 1st contract year.
• Preferred housing within school district boundaries; experience as superintendent preferred.
• Previous building leadership or central office administrative experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership as superintendent for Ignacio School District 11-JT.
• Oversee curriculum, finance, facilities, transportation and personnel.
• Collaborate with McPherson & Jacobson in candidate selection.

Education

MA required

Principal license

Superintendent license within 1st contract year

Job description

The Ignacio School District 11-JT in Ignacio, Colorado seeks a fully certified Superintendent to lead the district starting July 1, 2027. McPherson & Jacobson, LLC is assisting as the executive recruiter.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong educational leadership, fiscal oversight, and a commitment to urban-rural community engagement in a district of 527 students. The role offers a salary in the $140,000–$160,000 range and comprehensive benefits.