Instructional Superintendents (Elementary & Secondary Positions)

The Academic Superintendent works with the principals and staff to support instructional programs at the elementary or secondary school level, oversees instructional practices which focus on high student achievement, and builds positive school climates that support the whole student. Interprets data, identifies scientifically, research-based instruction strategies, oversees the professional development for instructional staff and evaluates the effectiveness of the instructional practices. Serves as the link between the assigned schools and other District programs, services and the community. Serves, represents and exercises the authority of the District Superintendent in directing the implementation of the MPS secondary instructional programs, services and general operations.

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is seeking Academic Superintendents (Elementary and Secondary) beginning on August 1, 2025, (or when available). Located in southeastern Wisconsin, MPS is the largest school district in the state, serving approximately 68,000 students. MPS is committed to accelerating student achievement, building positive relationships between youth and adults, and cultivating leadership at all levels. U.S. News and World Report rated five MPS high schools among the best in the state in the spring of 2024. The Class of 2024 earned more than $113 million in scholarships and grants. The District has about 9,590 employees, and a budget of $1.47 billion in total revenues and expenditures. Education is provided in 156 buildings, including 21 bilingual schools, five of Wisconsin¿s top high schools, eight public Montessori schools, and 11 International Baccalaureate schools. The diverse population includes students speaking 81 native languages.

Salary Range: $$145,696 ¿ $189,332

Apply on the Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates website, see below:

How To Apply

All Application Materials Due By: June 15, 2025

APPLICATIONS ¿ INCLUDE IN YOUR FRONTLINE APPLICATION:

1. Cover letter stating:
   • Specific and detailed interest in the MPS Academic Superintendent-Secondary position
   • Qualifications for the position
2. Full resume/vitae
3. Three current letters of recommendation
4. Contact information of three additional references different than the recommendation letters

• Application deadline: June 15, 2025
• Screening interviews begin as applications are received
• Formal interviews to begin in July, 2025
• Position starting August 1, 2025 or when available

How to apply for this job?

1. Register for an account on the HYA website. Or, log in to the HYA website if you already have an account created. Click the Login/Register button at the top of the page to get started.
2. After logging in, click the Apply Now button at the top of this page.
3. You will be redirected to the Frontline Education website. This website is where you will submit your application. This website also will require its own unique login and password.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Position requires a master¿s degree in an educational field, a doctorate is preferred.
• Position requires a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction license #51 (Principal). A superintendent¿s license is preferred.
• Driver¿s license (must have personal transportation available).

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of seven to ten years of administrative or management experience that includes instructional leadership, planning, evaluation and assessment.
• Demonstrated human resources and fiscal management skills, including understanding of multi-fund budget and finance procedures/practices.
• Demonstrated experience in database decision-making and the ability to collect and analyze data electronically.
• Considerable experience (no less than five years) as a school administrator in increasingly responsible positions.
• Experience with building successful partnerships with businesses, community agencies, K-12 schools and higher education.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.