Compensation for this role will be nationally competitive, with a salary and benefits package that aligns with the candidate’s
experience and qualifications.
Preferred Education:
Doctorate
The School District of Haverford Township is seeking an innovative and dynamic leader to be its next Superintendent of Schools. Located in a vibrant, close-knit community with a proud tradition of excellence, the district supports approximately 6,640 students across seven schools: one high school, one middle school, and five elementary schools. With a dedicated team of over 1,200 staff members, the District is committed to fostering academic achievement and personal growth for all learners.
Haverford High School has been recognized among the top 50 high schools in Pennsylvania by U.S. News & World Report 2024. The district’s commitment to academic excellence, extracurricular opportunities, and environmental sustainability creates a well rounded educational experience for its students.
This leadership opportunity comes at a pivotal time for the district as it continues to grow, innovate, and provide exceptional educational experiences. The ideal candidate will embrace the district’s strategic goals of preparing successful, independent citizens, fostering social emotional wellness, and enhancing diversity and inclusion while guiding the district toward future success.
QUALIFICATIONS The District seeks an experienced educator with a demonstrated history of leadership success. Requirements: Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Superintendent of Schools in Pennsylvania; master’s degree required, doctorate preferred; minimum of 10 years in education, central office administrative experience preferred.
COMPENSATION Compensation for this role will be nationally competitive, with a salary and benefits package that aligns with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
LEARN MORE To learn more about the School District, go here: School District of Haverford Township (https://www.haverford.k12.pa.us/about) For additional information about this opportunity, contact Dr. Maria Edelberg, Executive Director, or Mr. Frank Salerno, Director of Human Resources, Delaware County Intermediate Unit, at SDHTSuperintendentsearch@dciu.org.
SEARCH PROCESS November 2024 to February 2025
Deadline for Submitting Applications: December 9, 2024 Initial Interviews: January 2025 Finalist Interviews: February 2025 Community Forum to Meet Finalist: February/March 2025 Appointment Target Board Meeting: March 6, 2025
Search Facilitated by The Delaware County Intermediate Unit
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Superintendent of Schools in Pennsylvania; master’s degree required, doctorate preferred; minimum of 10 years in education, central office administrative experience preferred.
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) is a regional education services agency. It is our mission to provide leadership for the development of innovative and cost-effective programs to meet the needs of our county.
DCIU serves more than 70,000 school-aged students and more than 6,000 educators on a regional basis. Direct instruction is provided to more than 15,000 students enrolled in DCIU’s Special Programs, Career and Technical Education and specialized programs.
The Delaware County Intermediate Unit is one of Pennsylvania’s 29 regional educational agencies. Established in 1970 by the State Legislature, IUs were charged with providing services in seven areas: curriculum development and instructional improvement; educational planning services; instructional materials services (technology); continuing professional development; pupil personnel services; management services; and, state and federal agency liaison services. Over the years, DCIU grew to meet Delaware County’s needs by providing these and other services best offered on a regional basis such as special education, technical education, services to nonpublic schools and technology.
Today, more than 40 years... in the business of serving the needs of Delaware County, DCIU has grown to provide more than $125 million worth of services through the management of 60 programs.