Superintendent of Schools

Maine School Administrative District #53 Burnham - Detroit - Pittsfield 182 School Street, Pittsfield, ME 04967 207-487-5107 Ignite the potential within every student, empowering them to thrive, excel and be future-ready _____________________________________________________________________________________ SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS LEADER - COMMUNICATOR - MOTIVATOR TEAM BUILDER - MANAGER - GUIDE MSAD #53 seeks an outstanding, proven and dynamic leader to serve 545 students (PK-8) of the communities of Burnham, Detroit and Pittsfield, Maine. Our high school students are tuitioned to Maine Central Institute. The selected candidate will: Lead with the values of our Mission and Strategic Plan - Relationships, respect, responsibility, equity and lifelong learning. Have the ability to inspire, motivate, guide and direct staff in setting and achieving the highest standards of educational excellence. Have a strong working knowledge of school finance, budgeting, funding, and facilities management. Have good organizational skills, an understanding of collective bargaining and a working knowledge of school law. Have the ability to understand and serve in the multifaceted relationship with the school board. Have the ability to work with staff to identify curriculum skills or learning objectives which are appropriate to the student body. Provide an environment for professional development, growth and staff development. Always act in the best interest of students and staff. Our district has been approved for a new school to house grades PK-8. A key component of this role would include liaising with the New School Building Committee and the Maine Department of Education. APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 16, 2026. Interviews: January/February Successful candidate will begin July 1, 2026. To request an application please contact: MSAD #53 Superintendent Search Committee c/o Carol Anthony 182 School Street Pittsfield, ME 04967 (207) 487-5107 Email: canthony@msad53.org MSAD #53 is an Equal Opportunity Employer