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Superintendent of Schools

Title
Superintendent of Schools
Location
District Administration Office
Description
The Mount Vernon R-V School District is seeking applicants for the Superintendent of Schools position beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year. This position is a 12-month contract position beginning on July 1, 2025. The Superintendent of Schools serves as the chief instructional leader, the executive officer of the Board of Education, and the administrative head of all divisions and departments of the Mount Vernon R-V School District. The superintendent is responsible to the Board for the execution of its policies and regulations.

Please include the following:
A completed, administrative application (www.mtvernon.k12.mo.us/apps/pages/employmentapplications);
A cover letter directed to the Mount Vernon R-V Board of Education;
A current resume;
Current letters of recommendation;
Copies of college/university transcripts;
Evidence of Missouri Superintendent Certification;
Supporting documents to enhance your application;
And an entry plan (for finalists only).

Other details:
Minimum salary of $130,000 with final salary to be commensurate with experience
Initial Two-Year Contract
Missouri Superintendent Certification (in process at minimum)
At least three years of successful school leadership experience
Application Window: April 1 through April 15
Board Review of Applications: April 16 through 18
Board Interview of Finalists: Week of April 21
Benefits
Vacation
Board Paid Insurance
Sick/Personal Leave
Requirements
Missouri Superintendent Certification
Start Date
07/01/2025
Salary
Commensurate with Experience and Education
Contact Scott Cook
Phone: (417) 466-7573
Fax: (417) 466-0049
cookscott@mtvernon.k12.mo.us
801 S Landrum St., Mount Vernon, MO 65712