The Downingtown Area School District consists of eight municipalities situated in 82 square miles of rolling countryside and growing town centers in southeastern Pennsylvania. Geographically advantageous in its location, Downingtown is 45 minutes from Philadelphia and two hours from the Jersey shore, the Pocono mountains, Baltimore, and New York City.

Superintendent of Schools

The Downingtown Area School District Board of Education seeks an outstanding educational leader to be its next superintendent of schools. The board, staff, and community are looking for a visionary leader to engage the hearts and minds of all students through relevant, high-quality learning experiences that prepare them to succeed in a global society.

The Downingtown Area School District at a Glance:

• Number of schools: 16
• Total annual operating budget: $210,712,000
• Number of professional staff: 900+
• Number of administration and support staff: 600+
• Number of Students: 12,600+
• Address: 540 Trestle Place, Downingtown, 19335
• Salary will be competitive with the region, comparative districts, and experience

The deadline for applications is Jan. 1, 2017. An application packet should include:

• A letter of interest
• College/university placement documents
• A current resume
• PA superintendent commission (letter of eligibility)

Candidate screening will begin in January 2017. All inquiries and application materials should be directed to:

Joseph J. O’Brien, Ed.D.

Executive Director

Chester County Intermediate Unit

455 Boot Road

Downingtown, PA 19335

(484) 237-5010

dasdsuptsearch@cciu.org