Licking R-VIII School District is seeking applications for Superintendent of Schools for the 2023-2024 school year. Licking R-VIII School District is in Licking, MO, approximately 35 miles south of Rolla, and approximately 35 miles east of St. Robert. Licking is in Texas County and has a population of 2,612, according to the 2020 census. The largest employers in the community are Licking R-VIII School District, South Central Correctional Center, and Intercounty Electric Cooperative. The district is supported by many local small businesses.
Licking R-VIII School District has an approximate enrollment of 850 students, grades PreK-12. The district employs approximately 135 people, with approximately 70 of those as classroom teachers. The district’s assessed valuation is $52,823,387. The district has a budget just over $9 million. Licking R-VIII School District maintains a fleet of 17 buses, 10 bus routes, and three vehicles. Licking R-VIII School District is proud of its rich tradition of progressive educational opportunities, exceptional extra-curricular programs, beautiful natural scenery, and small town comforts.
Position Information:
Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000
Initial Contract: Negotiable
Superintendent Certification or Proof of Eligibility of Certification Required
District Residency Required
Applications Must Include:
Resume
Completed Application
Copies of all University Transcripts
Documentation of Missouri Superintendent’s Certification or Eligibility of Certification
Minimum of Three Letters of Recommendation
Other information as deemed appropriate by candidate
Application Submission:
Applications found at www.licking.k12.mo.us must be submitted to Superintendent Cristina Wright.
Postal Mail --125 College Avenue, Licking, MO 65542
Email – cwright@licking.k12.mo.us
Questions regarding the position or submission of applications should be directed to Superintendent Cristina Wright at (573) 674-2911.
Search Timeline:
Application Deadline: November 10, 2022
Interviews: November 18 & 21, 2022
Date of Board Action for Employment: November 21, 2022
Contract Beginning Date: July 1, 2023
Licking R-VIII School District is an equal opportunity employer.