Position Purpose 
Superintendent of Schools

School Administrative Unit (SAU) #13
Freedom • Madison • Tamworth

Start Date: July 1, 2026
Application Deadline: April 10, 2026 or until filled

District Overview

School Administrative Unit (SAU) #13 serves the communities of Freedom, Madison, and Tamworth, New Hampshire. Located in the scenic Mount Washington Valley just south of North Conway, the region attracts nearly two million visitors annually and offers exceptional access to the White Mountains and Lakes Region, providing outstanding recreational and outdoor opportunities year-round.

SAU #13 serves approximately 509 students within communities totaling about 7,216 residents. The district includes:

• Madison Elementary School (K�6)
• Freedom Elementary School (K�6)
• K.A. Brett School (K�8)

Students in grades 7�8 from Madison and Freedom attend local middle schools through tuition agreements, and students in grades 9�12 from Freedom, Madison, and Tamworth attend local high schools through tuition agreements.

SAU #13 is governed by a 15 member Joint Board consisting of the three five member school boards representing the communities of Freedom, Madison, and Tamworth.

Position Overview

The Superintendent of Schools serves as the chief executive officer and educational leader of SAU #13, working collaboratively with the School Boards, administrators, faculty, staff, families, and community members.

The Superintendent provides leadership in curriculum, instruction, operations, and fiscal management while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations and advancing the district's mission of providing a high-quality education for all students.

Desired Areas of Expertise

The SAU #13 School Boards seek a candidate with demonstrated expertise in:

• Instructional leadership focused on curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Political awareness and diplomacy in working with school boards and communities
  Understanding of the unique needs of small, rural school districts
• Strong communication and community engagement skills
• Financial management, including budget development and alternative funding sources such as grant procurement
• Negotiations 
  
   

Qualifications

Applicants must provide verifiable evidence of the following:

• Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) and/or Doctorate in Educational Leadership or related field
• Minimum five years of experience as a school principal and/or district-level administrator
• Experience as an educator
• New Hampshire Superintendent certification or eligibility for certification

Compensation

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience, consistent with School Board approval.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should submit:

• Letter of interest
• Current resume
• Transcripts
• Three letters of reference dated within the past six months
• Verification of degrees and certifications

For further information, please visit our website at www.sau13.org. Please apply via the Frontline Apply Here link:   https://www.sau13.org/job-opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

SAU 13 does not discriminate in its education programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, language, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetics or veteran, marital or citizenship status. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Genetics Information Nondiscrimination Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and RSA354-A.