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Organization Information Jenkins Independent School is a small K-12 district located in Letcher County. The city of Jenkins lies at the very edge of the Virginia border. The school system is equipped with 21st Century Classrooms; offers one-to-one devices for grades 5-9, and individualizes instruction through software programs as well as tutoring for all assessment grades. High school students at JIS have the opportunity to participate in Dual Enrollment with the University of Pikeville and to attend the Wise County, Virginia Vocational School. Athletically, JIS is home of the Cavaliers and Lady Cavalier basketball teams. The Jenkins softball team is one of the most successful in our region. Other sports programs include archery, football, baseball, golf, track, volleyball, and a school band.
Organization Website http://www.jenkins.k12.ky.us/
Organization Address 9409 Hwy 805
Jenkins, KY 41537

Job Details

Vacancy ID 20132014 - 06487
Position Category Superintendent
Title Superintendent
Description Jenkins Independent (Est. 600 KG – 12) www.jenkins.k12.ky.us The Jenkins Independent Board of Education is seeking an innovative leader with strong proven leadership and a record of improving student achievement as its next superintendent. The successful candidate should have administrative experience and be an instructional leader who is committed to college and career readiness. It is important for the candidate to have the ability to effectively communicate with the staff and community to achieve district goals, as well as possess strong morals and ethics. Exceptional knowledge of budgeting and school finances, along with working knowledge of the Kentucky Education System are a plus.
Comments The salary will be negotiable with the contract to begin August 01, 2014. To apply, please go to KSBA’s website; www.ksba.org click on the Superintendent Search tab, KSBA current searches, under the ad you will find the link to apply for this search. Application deadline is July 05, 2014.
Start Date 08/01/2014
Posted Date 06/03/2014
Vacancy Type Full-Time
Grade Level K-12
Organization Jenkins Independent
Sub Organization(s) District wide
Subject Area(s) None
Contact(s) Jhan Wilson
(800) 372-2962
jhan.wilson@ksba.org