SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH - 2026

ANNOUNCEMENT

An invitation to apply

The Lincoln school district board is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Superintendent of Schools. Preferred candidates will demonstrate a deep understanding of current educational practices that support and advance Lincoln’s vision: a world where education empowers all learners, strengthens a sense of belonging, and fosters a connection to community and place.

Lincoln is a small supervisory district, comprising 210 students from Pre-Kindergarten to grade 12. The high-performing Lincoln Community School (LCS) is central to the community’s identity. Situated on the banks of the New Haven River, the school’s outdoor classrooms, active school garden, and access to acres of woodlands with walking trails attest to the importance of community-based, experiential learning in its curriculum. Currently 84 students attend LCS (grades K-6) and 89 students attend local secondary schools through Vermont’s tuition/choice program. The majority of our Pre-K students attend the Lincoln Cooperative Preschool. 

Supervisory services are located in a central office that shares building space with the community school. Thereby, the Superintendent has a unique opportunity to engage regularly with students, school staff, families, and supportive local community members. 

THE LINCOLN COMMUNITY

The town of Lincoln is nestled at the foot of the Green Mountains in Addison County. It is a creative, vibrant, and neighborly community known for its natural beauty, hiking and biking trails, and easy access to cross-country and downhill skiing (Mad River Glen and Sugarbush). Lincoln has a modern library, a bustling General store, and a town hall that hosts frequent music events with local, national, and international artists. 

Less than six miles from Lincoln is the town of Bristol, the hub of shopping for Lincoln residents, as well as Mt. Abraham Union Middle and High School, where most Lincoln students attend grades 7 to 12. Middlebury is about sixteen miles southwest of Lincoln, home of Middlebury College. Burlington, the state’s largest city, sits on beautiful Lake Champlain about an hour north of Lincoln. Burlington has a vibrant music, theater, and culinary scene and is home to the University of Vermont and the state’s international airport.

QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Master’s degree or above

  2. Licensed in Vermont as School Superintendent, on or before July 1, 2026

  3. Minimum of six years’ experience in public education, with at least three years in Administration 

  4. Successful experience with current educational practices related to curriculum, instruction, and assessment

  5. Thorough knowledge of public policy, federal & state requirements

  6. Experience with budgetary supervisory responsibilities and collective bargaining

  7. Compassionate, effective leadership and personnel management

  8. Demonstrated proactive communication and follow through

  9. Grounded in respect for diverse views

  10.  An approachable and caring educational mentor

POSITION TYPE: 0.5 to 1.0 FTE, depending on experience.

SALARY RANGE (based on 1.0 FTE): $135,000 to $155,000. Excellent benefits package.

START DATE: July 1, 2026.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION PROCESS

Applicants should provide a resume, evidence of licensure, and names and contact information of references. Letters of reference may be required of finalists. References will not be contacted without permission from the candidate. 

All materials and any questions should be directed to Linda Loprete (lloprete@lincolnsd.org). Applications received by Monday March 16 will receive full consideration.

Lincoln SD is an Equal Opportunity Employer with no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

All qualified candidates must be fingerprinted and cleared prior to employment.

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