| The Polk County School District, located in Central Florida is searching for its next Superintendent of Schools. The visionary candidate must be eager to lead a consistently high-achieving school district, and have extensive knowledge of and experience creating a district atmosphere that focuses on the future while honoring past successes. County facts include: 10.5% lower cost of living than the national average, no state income tax, and seventeen municipalities that cover 2,011 square miles of land/lakes. The area has a rich history of agriculture, but has emerged as a hub for high-tech industries. Polk County Public Schools is recognized statewide for its many innovative and high-quality educational programs and services, and is accredited by AdvanceED. As the 7th largest school district in Florida with nearly 88,000 students, 13,000 employees and more than 150 schools, the district serves students of all ages and abilities. Thirty certified career academies, six Florida Arts Model schools and International Baccalaureate programs in 9 of the schools serve students K-12. With extensive business and community support the Board seeks a leader to propel Polk County education to the next level. For more information on the Polk County School District, visit: https://polkschoolsfl.com. Application Process and Deadline- To apply, candidates must submit the following: - A resume with a signed cover letter
- A maximum of three letters of professional recommendation
- Documents verifying current certifications, and a copy of college transcripts reflecting the highest degree held (copies of transcripts are acceptable but official transcripts are required prior to employment)
All application materials referenced above must be emailed to jlreichert9@gmail.com and received no later than the application deadline of midnight on January 31, 2021. For additional information contact: Florida School Boards Association/FSBA Andrea Messina-Executive Director, messina@fsba.org, 850-414-2578; cell 850-566-1860 Dr. Bill Vogel-Consultant, b2vogel@gmail.com, 321-299-2452 John Reichert-Consultant, jlreichert9@gmail.com, 321-363-7909 Important Notice-All resumes, applications and other materials submitted for this position are subject to the Florida Public Records Act and "Government in the Sunshine" provisions of Florida law and are open to the public. | 
