School Board of the City of Virginia Beach
Policy 2-5

ADMINISTRATION

Superintendent: Qualifications

The following requirements have been established by the school board as a basis for selection of a superintendent.

A.  Personal Qualifications

1.  Ethical;

2.  Diplomatic;

3.  Vigorous;

4.  Innovative;

5.  A sense of humor; and

6.  The abilities to speak and write well.

B.  Professional Preparation and Experience

1.  Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a superintendent in Virginia;

2.  Experience as superintendent or line administrator in a division with similar diversity and high educational expectations; and

3.  An earned doctorate from an accredited university preferred.

C.Professional Traits

1.  Ability to articulate the needs of the school division;

2.  Experience in developing programs to improve students' educational achievement;

3.  Ability to involve instructional personnel in developing and implementing educational programs;

4.  A sensitivity to the unique needs and aspirations of all segments of the community, which includes diverse individuals and groups;

5.  Ability to delegate authority;

6.  Ability to motivate people; and

7.  Respect and standing among professional colleagues.

While the foregoing represent the standards to be used in the selection of a superintendent, the school board is cognizant of the fact that all of the above are not expected to be found without exception in a single candidate.

Legal Reference:

Code of Va., § 22.1-58. Division superintendent required.

Code of Va., § 22.1-59. Qualifications of division superintendent.

Code of Va., § 22.1-63. Certain officers ineligible for or to hold office of superintendent.

Virginia Board of Education Regulations "Governing Division Superintendents' Qualifications and Responsibilities"

 

Adopted by School Board:  October 20, 1992