The Phoenix Central School District seeks an extraordinary educational leader with diverse knowledge and experience for the position of Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2026. It is the intent of the Board of Education to recruit and retain a long-term qualified candidate to fill the position.

The Phoenix Central School District seeks an educational leader who demonstrates personal and professional qualities, experiences, competencies, skills and results. The exceptional candidate will be a proven leader who is an effective communicator, willing and capable of engaging and challenging students and staff.

The ideal candidate:
• Must hold a valid New York State School District Administrator or Leader Certification
• Be willing to make a long-term commitment to the district and demonstrate a genuine interest
in working and being visible in the Phoenix community
• Be competent in prudent fiscal management
• Be a team builder who fosters high staff morale
• Have extensive knowledge and understanding of New York State regulations, curriculum
and assessment
• Embrace diversity of thought and be able to communicate effectively with the community,
faculty and staff
• Be committed to and experienced in continuous improvement in student achievement
• Promote the core values, educational philosophy and vision of the district
• Keep the district on the cutting edge of the integration of technology with classroom instructional
strategies
• Be an advocate for the district

Qualified and interested candidates should submit the following information by the close of the workday on January 9, 2026.

• Letter of interest
• Current resumé
• Completed application
• Official Academic transcripts and at least three letters of reference
• Copies of administrative certification

Official transcripts should be sent directly from the institution of higher education to Melissa Allard via email - mallard@CiTiboces.org. 

Candidates should not contact board members. All inquiries and application materials should be directed to:

Melissa Allard
Administrative Secretary
Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation
mallard@CiTiboces.org

This is a confidential search and applicants should not send correspondence with a return address. Nor should materials be sent to any individuals other than Jeremy Belfield, search consultant, and Melissa Allard, confidential administrative assistant.