Educators
The Board of Education of the New Hartford Central School District invites interested, highly-qualified
educators to submit applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The search process will
be conducted over the next several months. The successful candidate should be available to assume the
position on or about March 2025.
This is a fully confidential search for all applicants, from receipt of application through appointment to
the superintendency. The Board is being assisted in the selection by Patricia N. Kilburn, Ed.D., District
Superintendent of the Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, who will work with the Board to screen
applicants and make recommendations regarding candidates. The Board will make all decisions
concerning the selection process, the evaluation of candidates and the final appointment.
The school District enrolls approximately 2,680 students in five schools; has approximately 417 faculty,
staff and support personnel; and an annual operating budget of approximately $64 million. The New
Hartford Central School Community ensures an engaging, student-focused environment where everyone
can learn, succeed and values excellence, innovation, citizenship and integrity.
Full programs in athletics, music and other co-curricular areas add breadth to the strong academic
program for New Hartford students. The community strongly supports the school and its activities. As
the center of the community, the District enjoys substantial community attendance at all of its events
including musicals, interscholastic sports competitions, science fairs, graduation as well as other events.
New Hartford is an attractive, popular and academically oriented suburb of Utica in the heart of the
Mohawk Valley, making it a perfect location to enjoy the best of urban and rural living. The town is
within easy driving distance of the beautiful Adirondack region and is rich in cultural offerings. With a
current population of approximately 22,000, the Town of New Hartford aims to be an area leader in
economic and community development, and strives to be at the forefront for services, civic
engagement, and quality of life.
The ideal candidate for the Superintendent of Schools position at the New Hartford Central School
District will be an experienced, visionary leader with a proven track record of fostering academic
excellence, inclusivity, and community engagement. This individual will possess exceptional
communication skills and will be highly visible; actively engaging with all stakeholders. Candidates
should have a deep understanding of the educational landscape, along with the ability to navigate
complex challenges and a long-term commitment to the district, in order to drive meaningful change on
behalf of all children; and possess or be able to possess New York State Certification as a School District
Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL).
Interested candidates should submit all of the following application materials by November 19, 2024:
Letter of interest, Current resume, Copy of administrative certification (SDA/SDL), College transcripts,
Completed district application form and four confidential references or four confidential letters of
reference. Submissions via the email listed below are preferred. Submissions will also be accepted by
postal mail or through OLAS.
newhartfordsuptsearch@oneida-boces.org
315.793.8560
Patricia N. Kilburn, Ed.D.
District Superintendent
Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES
Box 70, 4747 Middle Settlement Road
New Hartford, NY 13413
Application available online at:
https://www.oneida-boces.org/employment/administrative