The Manheim Township School District (MTSD) is seeking an exceptional educational leader to be its next Superintendent of Schools. The Board of School Directors is looking for a forward-thinking, visionary leader who is committed to student achievement and can effectively lead and inspire a dynamic administrative team. Candidates should possess a strong track record of academic excellence, innovative problem-solving, and collaborative leadership. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear ability to make proactive decisions, build consensus, and foster a positive, inclusive culture within the district. 

Located in the heart of Lancaster County, the Manheim Township School District serves a vibrant community of over 44,000 residents across 23 square miles. The district currently provides educational services to more than 6,000 students in grades K-12 and is seeing continued steady growth. With six elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school, and a high school, the district is dedicated to meeting the diverse academic and extracurricular needs of its students while ensuring a supportive and engaging learning environment. 

MTSD values academic achievement, community involvement, and the well-being of its students. The district offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience, along with a multiyear contract. Salary range: $190,000 - $260,000. 

The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage with a broad range of community stakeholders, build upon the district’s success, and lead it into the future with a focus on continuous improvement. Candidates must possess, or be eligible for, a Pennsylvania Superintendent Letter of Eligibility. The target employment date is July 1, 2025, and the deadline for applications is February 3, 2025.

All contacts regarding this position should be directed to the Chester County Intermediate Unit. Letter of interest, three letters of reference and curriculum vitae/resume should be sent to: Dr. George F. Fiore, Executive Director, Chester County Intermediate Unit, 455 Boot Road, Downingtown, PA 19335, or emailed to MTSDSuptSearch@cciu.org. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

About Chester County Intermediate Unit

The Chester County Intermediate Unit provides services to the 12 school districts in Chester County. This includes services to nearly 86,000 public and non-public school students and over 6,000 educators. CCIU's major services include: special education and compensatory education programs; career, technical and customized education; mentor training and staff development; technology initiatives; consortia for school business operations; and curriculum services. The Chester County Intermediate Unit is one of 29 regional educational agencies established by law in Pennsylvania in 1971. Working between the Pennsylvania State Department of Education and the local school districts, the Intermediate Unit's mission is to provide services that can be offered most economically at the regional level.

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