Superintendent of Schools Vacancy – The Bethel (CT) Board of Education seeks a visionary, strategic, principled, vibrant and caring educational leader who inspires talented staff.
The successful candidate will demonstrate: A deep understanding of educational issues, practices, and trends, A vision and commitment to excellence for themselves, the district, and the town, A proven record of inspirational and effective leadership, Instructional leadership, including strong knowledge of special education and professional development, The ability to relate to varied constituencies and commitment to ensure each student has the resources needed to succeed, Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate others, In-depth knowledge of policy and regulation and strong determination to advocate for students and their educational needs, An understanding of the fiscal constraints and Priorities of the community, Thoughtful listening skills and the ability to ensure others feel heard, A visible and personable presence in the schools and community, Ability to sustain a positive and supportive culture that fosters staff satisfaction, engagement, and retention, A genuine commitment to celebrate the contributions of others, Experience as a building-level leader, A collaborative, authentic, and joyful spirit, The drive to sustain and build on momentum in Bethel for the long term, and Possession of (or eligibility for) 093 Connecticut Superintendent Certification.
The Bethel Board of Education has engaged the services of the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) Search Services to conduct its search for qualified candidates. Applicants must provide the following by February 20, 2026 5:00 PM DEADLINE.
A CABE Search Services application (www.cabe.org services, search services, application)
A cover letter indicating interest in the position.
A current resume
A minimum of three recent letters of professional reference.
Undergraduate and graduate transcripts and a copy of professional certification
To ensure full consideration and confidentiality of your application, all of the above materials should be emailed to Dr. Mary Broderick at mbroderick.cabesearch@cabe.org