Announcement of Vacancy

Superintendent of Schools

Avilla R-13

School District

Jasper County

Avilla R-13 Board of Education is seeking candidates for the position of

Superintendent/Principal,ofthe school district located at 400 Sarcoxie Street, Avilla, Missouri 64833

**Secondary Students attend other area High Schools on District paid tuition basis.

County-District Code:
053-112 / Schools / Certified
Staff / Residents / Non-
Residents / Total
Elementary K-8 / 1 / 17 / 177 / 0 / 177
Secondary (Tuition Students) / 0 / 0 / **45 / **45
Total / 1 / 17 / 177 / 4 / 177
Annual Operating Budget:$1,900,000
Tax Levy: $3.5260 / Assessed Valuation: $19,514,870 / Support Staff 11
Total Staff 28 / MSIP: Accredited / School-owned Transportation / District Operated Food Service
Distinction in Performance / 2011-2012 / 2010-2011 / 2008-2009 / 2002-2003 / 2001-2002
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Ty Teegarden– President / (2014) / Donna Harlan –Member / (2016)
Adam Crowder– Vice-President / (2014) / John Bowles–Member / (2015)
Travis Gubser – Member
Chuck Clubb – Member
Birgit Hylton – Board Secretary/bookkeeper – 5 years / (2014)
(2016) / Hal Andrews– Member
Elaine Barnhart – Secretary to Superintendent /
Board Treasurer – 5 years / (2015)
TIMELINE
  • APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY
/ April 18, 2013
  • SCREENING TO BEGIN ON
/ April 19, 2013
  • INTERVIEWS TO BEGIN ON
/ April 24, 2013
  • ANTICIPATED HIRE DATE
/ April 30, 2013
  • CONTRACT BEGINS
/ July 1, 2013
SALARY/BENEFITS INFORMATION
  • Salary range: $58,000 - $72,000
  • Experience from a rural setting desired.
  • Missouri Elementary Principal certificate required /Superintendent’s certificate desired.
  • Paid health insurance benefits per limits of health insurance policy in effect plus other benefits.
  • One-year contract will be offered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Electronic version of the application may be found at
Contact—Mr. Scott Blake, Superintendent at (417) 246-5330, (Fax # 417-246-5432), (Email: )
with any questions or to receive the application through email or mail.
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
  • Completed application form and current resume with three letters of reference.
  • Cover letter directed to the Avilla R-13 Board Of Education. (Include reasons for interest in the position and a description of significant accomplishments over the past five years.)
  • Evidence of Missouri Elementary Principal / or Superintendent Certificate or eligibility thereof, (copy of certificate). *Current transcript(s).
  • Any other supporting documents that would enhance the application file
Applicants are advised to forward all application materials to: Mr. Scott Blake, Superintendent, Avilla R-13, PO Box 7, Avilla, Missouri 64833
Applicants are asked to not make direct contact with the board of education members. Initial applications will be kept confidential; however, all applications, letters of reference, resumes, transcripts, credentials, etc., for the purpose of this application process will, upon receipt, become the sole property of the Avilla R-13Board Of Education, and shall remain their property indefinitely.
STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Applicants for admission and employment, students and employees of the Avilla R-13 School District are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age or handicap in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its programs and activities. Any person implementing Title IX or Section 504 is directed to contact: Mr.Scott Blake, Superintendent of Schools, Avilla R-13 School District, 400 Sarcoxie Street, PO Box 7, Avilla, Missouri 64833
E-mail:

Avilla R-XIII School District

Application for Appointment as Superintendent of Schools

Avilla R-XIII School District

Avilla, Missouri

To be considered as an applicant this application must be completed in full.

Background Information

Name: / Social Security #:
Home Address:
City: / State: / Zip:
Home Phone: / Cell Phone:
Home E-mail Address:

Are you a U.S. citizen

orother wise authorized to work in the U.S. on an unrestricted basis? _____ Yes _____ No

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony? _____ Yes _____ No

(If yes, please give details and attach to application.)
Current Employment
Present Position:
Present Employer:
Type of District: _____ K-8 _____ K-12 / Business Phone:
Business Address:
City: / State: / Zip:
Business E-mail Address:
Enrollment of Your Current or Most recent School District:
Annual Budget of Your Current or most Recent School District:
Number of Professional Staff: / Number of Support Staff:

Current Base Salary Plus Other Cash Benefits: $

Certification Information

Area/Grade Levels / Type
(Prov., Perm., Etc.) / Issuing
State / Valid
Until

Professional Education

Graduate
Institution / Major / City/State / Degree / Year
Received
Undergraduate
Institution / Major / City/State / Degree

Employment Record – School District Experience

Supply a complete list of full-time experience in education. List most recent experience first.
Position / School and/or
School District / Size of School /
School District / Enrollment /
Grade Level / From / To
Professional Recognition, Distinctions and Accomplishments:
______
______
______
______
______
______
______
______
______
______
Employment Record – Experience Other Than Education
Supply a complete list of full-time experience outside education. List most recent experience first.
Position / Organization / Location / Dates
Reference
Please list the names of five persons who know of your professional work and qualifications.
Name /
Position/Employer/Address
/ Office Phone # / Home Phone #
Verification Statement
The information in the Application for Appointment as Superintendent of Schools is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I certify that I have answered all questions to the best of my ability and I have not withheld any information that would unfavorably affect my application for employment. I acknowledge that any misrepresentation or omission of any fact in my application, resume, or any other materials, or during any interviews, may be the cause for my rejection from employment or may result in my subsequent dismissal if I am hired.
______

Signature Date

How did you find out about this vacancy? ______

Submission Deadline: April 18, 2013

Mail your completed application form, letter of interest, resume, letters of reference, copy of current transcripts, evidence of certification, and all supporting materials to:
Avilla R-XIII School District
Attn: Scott Blake, Superintendent
PO Box 7
Avilla, MO 64833
The Avilla R-XIII School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Background Check and Information

In addition to the following information, a thorough background check may be made at the option of the School District.

If “Yes” is selected in response to any question, attach additional sheets and clearly identify as Background Check and Information with a detailed explanation:

“Yes” answers to the following questions will not necessarily result in denial of an offer of employment. The board will consider all the circumstances, including the date and nature of events that have led to the actions described below. Your written explanation will assist the board in determining your eligibility and suitability for an offer of employment,

  1. Have you ever been convicted of, admitted committing, pleaded no contest, or are you awaiting trial for any crime (excluding only minor traffic violations that do not involve any allegations of alcohol, drugs or reckless driving)? You must answer, “Yes” if true, even if the matter was later dismissed, deferred, reversed, or vacated. If you answer “Yes,” you must provide dates of the proceedings, the name and address of the court where the proceedings occurred, a statement of the accusation against you and the final disposition of the case(s).

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Have you had any civil charges previously or pending involving allegations of child abuse or spousal abuse? You must answer, “Yes” if true, even if the matter was later dismissed, deferred, reversed, or vacated. If you answer “Yes,” you must provide dates of the proceedings, the name and address of the court where the proceedings occurred, a statement of the accusation against you and the final disposition of the case(s).

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Have you ever been dismissed (fired) from any job, or resigned at the request of or pressure from your employer, or left employment while charges against you or an investigation of your behavior was pending? You must answer “Yes” if true, even if the matter was later resolved with any form of settlement or severance agreement, regardless of its terms. If you answer “Yes,” you must provide the date of termination or resignation and other action concerning tenure reappointment or continuing contact denial and the name, address and telephone number of the employer(s) and a statement of the alleged reasons for termination or resignation.

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Have you ever been refused tenure, reappointment or continuing contract from any employer? You must answer “Yes” if true, even if the matter was later resolved with any form of settlement or severance agreement, regardless of its terms. If you answer “Yes,” you must provide the date of termination or resignation and other action concerning tenure reappointment or continuing contact denial and the name, address and telephone number of the employer(s) and a statement of the alleged reasons for termination or resignation.

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Have you ever had any license or certificate of any kind (teaching certificate or other professional license) revoked, suspended, or reprimanded, or have you in any way been sanctioned by or is any charge or complaint now pending against you before any licensing, certification or other regulatory agency or body, public or private? If you answer, “Yes,” you must provide the dates of proceedings, name, address and telephone number of the agency or body where proceedings took place, a statement of the accusations against you, the final disposition and/or status of the charge or complaint.

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Are you now being investigated for any alleged misconduct or other alleged grounds for discipline by any licensing, certification or other regulatory body (teacher certification or otherwise) or by your current or any previous employer? If you answer, “Yes,” you must provide the name, address and telephone number of the employer or licensing body and statement of the accusation against you.

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

  1. Have you ever been involved, or are you currently involved, or do you anticipate involvement in litigation as either the plaintiff/complainant or defendant/respondent?

______No ______Yes, attach a separate sheet for explanation

APPLICANT QUESTIONS

Name: ______Social Security#: ____-___-_____

You may use additional pages if necessary.

Please write a brief response to the following questions:

  1. Why have you chosen to apply for the administrator position at Avilla?
  1. What student outcomes would you strive for as the Avilla administrator?
  1. What are some strategies or programs that you would use to meet the student outcomes?
  1. What are some current issues or hurdles that schools are facing?
  1. Write a brief autobiography focusing on the important people and events in your life.