Superintendent Position – Internal Applicants

Welcome to the Superintendent Position Posting

The North Panola School District (NPSD) is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented educational leader to serve as its next Superintendent of Education. This is a key leadership role, and we are looking for an individual who is committed to advancing the district's mission and ensuring student success.

Position Overview

The Superintendent of Education serves as the chief executive officer of the North Panola School District. The individual in this role is responsible for:

  • Ensuring compliance with district policies, Mississippi State Board of Education regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.
  • Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees and leading the district to advance its mission and goals.
  • Overseeing fiscal management and district infrastructures while driving academic excellence.

Job Description

To view or download the full job description, click the announcement below:

Superintendent Search Announcement

Qualifications

To be considered for the Superintendent position, candidates must meet the following qualifications as outlined by state law and Board of Trustees policy:

  • Experience Requirements: Must fulfill the experience requirements outlined in MS Code 37-9-13.
  • Licensure: Must hold a valid administrator’s license issued by the Mississippi Department of Education.
  • Professional Experience: A minimum of six (6) years of combined classroom and administrative experience, including at least three (3) years as a building principal in one of the following settings:
    • A school with an “A” or “B” accountability rating.
    • A school that increased its accountability rating by at least one letter grade during the candidate's tenure.
    • A school in another state with a comparable accountability rating or demonstrated improvement that can be verified by the Mississippi Department of Education.

Application Process

The North Panola School District is committed to hiring from within the district; however, only applicants who meet the above qualifications will be considered for the position. If you are interested, please submit the following documents via email to applications@northpanolaschools.org:

  • Letter of Interest
  • Resumé that includes years of experience as an administrator
  • Licensure
  • Evidence of Student Achievement

Applications will be accepted from February 6, 2025, through February 20, 2025. After the applications have been reviewed, qualified applicants will be invited to interview with the North Panola School District’s Board of Trustees.

Board of Trustees

The North Panola School District Board of Trustees consists of the following members:

  • Jennette Jackson, President
  • Myesha Little, Vice-President
  • Shari Smith, Secretary
  • Verna Lasha Hunter
  • Adrian Kirkwood

Contact Information

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Valerie Johnson at vjohnson@northpanolaschools.org.

Thank You for Your Interest

Thank you for considering the opportunity to serve as the Superintendent of Education for North Panola School District. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially working together to continue advancing our district’s mission and goals.