The Board of Education is prepared to offer a contract with a competitive salary based on professional background and educational experience with a minimum of $140,000. Residency is not required, but regular attendance at school events is expected.
Required Education:
Masters
Internal Number: GMU
Our District seeks continuous improvement and growth while maintaining fiscal responsibility. We are looking for a student-focused Superintendent who can:
Be a visionary with clear direction for the district to foster a positive school culture for all stakeholders (students, parents/guardians, staff, community members, etc.)
Show genuine concern for children through listening, being visible, and getting involved in the education and activities of all students
Demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to solve problems efficiently and in the best interest of students
Make informed instructional and financial recommendations/decisions
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in an organized manner
Build working relationships with the entire school community
Lead long-range strategic planning efforts and make executive level decisions
Qualified applicants must submit the following in order to complete the application process:
All inquiries must be directed to: Mr. Michael Rullo, District Superintendent, DCMO BOCES, 6678 County Road 32, Norwich, New York 13815-3554; or call (607) 335-1233; or email michael.rullo@dcmoboces.com. The deadline for the receipt of applications is April 11, 2025. The Board anticipates completing first round interviews on April 29th and 30th, final interviews on May 12th and 13th, and selecting the successful candidate in May after the community forum on May 22, 2025. The new Superintendent is expected to begin employment on August 1, 2025, or a mutually acceptable date.
About Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton Central School District
A picturesque, rural school district in central New York, GMU is nestled in the heart of the Butternut Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful nature. We are a true community school, located between the towns of Mount Upton and Gilbertsville on State Highway 51. Driving 25 minutes will take you from campus to the biggest cities in Otsego County (Oneonta) and Chenango County (Norwich). Another 20 minutes
will get you to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, and trips to both Albany and Syracuse are well under two hours one way.
GMUCSD serves approximately 320 students and is organized by grades PK-12. GMU’s graduation rate is typically greater than 90 percent
in any given year. An average of 25 seniors graduate from GMU each school year, with approximately 56% continuing on to college.
