ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY FOR THE POSITION
COMMUNITY
DIRECTION:
COMMUNITY
WEBSITE:
FACILITIES
AVAILABLE:
The Ashland community is located at the junction of Illinois Route 123 and
125, approximately 20 miles from Springfield and 20 miles from
Jacksonville.
The Chandlerville community is located on Route 78. There are 19 miles
between the communities using the highway, or 17 miles through country
blacktops.
www.seecass.com
Police, fire, emergency, ambulance, water, sewer, cable television and
refuse pickup. Public library, area physicians, and dentists.
RECREATION:
City parks with tennis courts and ball diamonds. Both communities have
annual events that draw area people for food, fun and festivities. The
Illinois Department of Conservation purchased 30,000 acres in the
A-C District called the Jim Edgar Panther Creek Fish and Wildlife Area.
CHURCHES:
Between the two communities, there are 9 Protestant and 1 Catholic
Churches.
COLLEGES IN
THE AREA:
Superintendent of Schools
University of Illinois at Springfield, Lincoln Land Community College and
Southern Illinois University Medical School in Springfield (30 miles),
Western Illinois University in Macomb (60 miles), Illinois College and
MacMurray College in Jacksonville (20 miles).
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Name
Term Expires
Years Completed
A-C CENTRAL COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #262
Virginia Thompson, President
Jennifer Allen, Secretary
V. Todd Jockisch, Vice President
Jeremy Garner
Kristen Arthalony
William Scott Boston
Scot Atwood
2013
2013
2013
2015
2013
2015
2015
8
8
6
6
2
6
3
Ashland, IL
January 13, 2013
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
The Board of Education of A-C Central Community School District #262, Ashland, Illinois is seeking a
Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent selected will succeed Rebecca Canty, who has served the
District, as Superintendent for the past 6 years and will be retiring. The new Superintendent will be expected
to assume the duties on July 1, 2013.
SALARY AND CONTRACT
The salary will be regionally competitive. Final salary will be negotiated with the candidates based on
their qualifications, professional preparation, experience in educational administration and record of
success. It is expected that the initial contract will be a performance-based multi-year contract
authorized by the State Statutes. The new Superintendent is expected to live in the District.
THE APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To be considered for this position, an applicant’s file must be completed and received by February 15,
2013 and must contain:
1.
2.
3.
4.
A resume that includes a formal letter of application, a personal statement that outlines
achievements, educational goals, and reason for his/her interest in the challenge presented
by the school district.
A personal information sheet that can be found at www.a-ccentral.us.
Updated credentials including (3) three letters of recommendations.
Legal proof of qualifications to be a Superintendent in the State of Illinois* (copy of
certification).
*Information on certification can be obtained by writing the Illinois State Board of Education,
Division of Professional Preparation, 100 North First Street, Springfield, Illinois 62777; 800845-8749 or the ISBE Web Site at www.ISBE.net.
All applications and other information should be addressed as follows:
SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH COMMITTEE
A-C CENTRAL C.U.S.D. #262
P O Box 260, 501 W Buchanan St.
Ashland, IL 62612
SUPERINTENDENT QUALIFICATIONS
The Board of Education of A-C Central Community School District #262 is committed to an educational
program of excellence. Candidates should be able to continue and reinforce that excellence to the
community, the students and the faculty. Candidates should be a proven, experienced, successful school
administrator and must have a devotion to the development of quality education and a concern for the
welfare and motivation of every child. Prior experience as a School Superintendent is preferred.
Along with professional merits, the candidates will be evaluated on the following qualifications as
specified by the Board of Education:
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PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, ALL
APPLICATIONS AND INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED WITH THE
STRICTEST OF CONFIDENTIALTY.
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TIMELINE
February 15, 2013
February 20, 2013
February 28-March 1, 2013
March 15, 2013
March 20, 2013
July 1, 2013
Deadline for receiving applications and other
required information.
Candidate selection for interviews.
Initial School Board interviews.
Site visit/Final interviews.
School Board appoints the new Superintendent.
New Superintendent assumes duties.
Should be a strong financial manager and business leader who can evaluate local
financial needs, prepare the budget, conduct school business and make
recommendations for adequate funding for the District.
A strong educational leader with a high level of credibility who seeks to foster high
morale and establish trust, cohesiveness and loyalty to the District among all employee
groups.
Works cooperatively with the Board of Education and informs the Board, staff and
community on educational and financial conditions of the District.
Ability to assist the Board, staff and community in the development of both short and
long-term goals.
Interprets and executes the intent of School Board policy, supports board policy and
actions to the public/staff.
An effective communicator with strong organizational planning and decision-making
skills.
Recognizes the important role of responsibility, authority and accountability. Able to
delegate authority to staff members appropriate to their position.
THE DISTRICT
TYPE:
Public Unit Pre K – 12 with 500 students
SIZE:
150 square miles
OFFICE:
A-C Central Community Unit School District #262
501 W Buchanan St, P O Box 260
Ashland, IL 62612
DISTRICT WEBSITE:
www.a-ccentral.com
FACILITIES:
Ashland Complex:
Chandlerville Complex:
CURRICULUM:
CAFETERIA
PROGRAM:
TRANSPORTATION:
CERTIFIED STAFF:
THE DISTRICT
A-C Central Middle School (5-8)
A-C Central High School (9-12)
A-C Central Elementary School (Pre K-4)
SUPPORT STAFF:
Aides
Bookkeeper
Clerical
Technology Director
Custodial
Transportation
Food Service
Bus Mechanic/Maintenance
Total Support Staff
7
1
5
1
5
21
7
1
48
FINANCIAL DATA:
EAV
$41,694,320
Tax Rate (2011)
Education
Operations
Bond and Interest
Transportation
Working Cash
I.M.R.F.
Tort Immunity
F.I.C.A.
Special Education
Lease and Computer Technology
Total Tax Rate
For a small school with a high school enrollment of 140 students, there is a good
comprehensive curriculum that has Block 8 scheduling, core classes in Advanced
Mathematics, Science, Language, Music, Art, Literature and Social Studies.
The A-C Central High School has been recognized for 4 out of 6 years for academic
excellence.
Grades 6-12 one- to -one computer initiative.
A wide variety of extra-curricular opportunities are available for all students. Middle
School and High School Sports are co-oped with PORTA/Petersburg.
The District provides food service for grades K-12, with the new dietary initiatives
implemented.
Budget (Year) 2011
Amount
Outstanding Bonds
The transportation is provided by the District and owns all buses. 300 students
are transported 794 miles daily on 7 regular and special routes. Transportation
for extra-curricular activities and numerous trips between Ashland and Chandlerville
is in addition to the regular routes.
Administrators
Classroom Teachers
Guidance Counselor
Media Director
Special Education Teachers
Title I Teachers
Total Certified Staff
2
40
.5
1
3
2
53
Average Teaching Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Average Salary (Teachers)
16.7 years
41
12
$45,315
2.85000
0.50000
0.34185
0.20000
0.05000
0.22621
1.00065
0.24760
0.04000
0.05000
5.55631
$5,505,408
$2,529,600
**QZAB Bonds-Interest Free Federal Bonds funded by county sales tax. District
lowered the property taxes by 4.5 % on the 2011 tax bills.
DISTRICT
MEMBERSHIPS:
Illinois Association of School Boards
Illinois High School Association
Lincoln Land Community College District
Sangamon Area Special Education District
Sangamon Area Vocational Education Region
Great River Library System
Illinois Elementary School Association