Superintendent Olentangy Local School District
Full Time
Columbus, OH 43219
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The Superintendent Search
The Olentangy Local School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Superintendent. The
Board desires an effective and experienced leader in education and administration. It is preferred that the
new Superintendent will begin by August 1, 2023.
Applicant Criteria
The Board of Education seeks a candidate who is an experienced leader and who embraces the challenge of
taking an excellent district to the next level while working collaboratively with the Board, community, staff and
students to meet their needs. A component includes working with all municipalities within the district. The
position requires an Ohio Superintendent’s license and, at a minimum, a master’s degree.
Community Information about Olentangy
Olentangy Schools is comprised of 95 square miles. Most of the district is in Delaware County, serving
all or part of numerous municipalities including Orange Township, Berkshire Township, Berlin Township,
Concord Township, Genoa Township, Liberty Township, Delaware Township, the City of Delaware, the City of
Columbus, the City of Westerville, and the City of Powell. Since the early 1990’s, Delaware County and
Olentangy Schools have experienced massive growth, propelling Olentangy from a one-building school
district to the 27 schools and growing today.
As of the 2021 American Community Survey, there were 103,003 people living in 37,867 households within
the Olentangy school district. Of that population, 27% are under the age of 18, amounting to an enrollment of
over 23,000 students in Olentangy Schools. The median home value in the area is $381,800 and the median
household income is $138,177.
About the Olentangy Schools
Olentangy Schools is a tightly-knit community that works together to create a positive, friendly, nurturing,
open, and safe environment where excellence is an established tradition. Olentangy is one of only 12 school
districts in Ohio to receive five stars in all categories on the state school report card, and in the annual U.S.
News & World Report Best High Schools rankings, Olentangy’s three eligible high schools all ranked in the
top 25 best high schools in Ohio. Olentangy is home to five Blue Ribbon Schools and has received numerous
accolades for fiscal responsibility and transparency. High schools have maintained a graduation rate above
98%, with ACT scores four points above the state average.
The District offers a comprehensive academic curriculum through programs and courses such as College
Credit Plus, advanced placement courses, a designated STEM and Teacher Academy, gifted education, and
a wide array of specialized services that ensure our staff is facilitating maximum learning for every student. In
addition to academics and related services, Olentangy students have access to an unparalleled wealth of
athletic, visual arts, performing arts, and other extracurricular programs designed to develop their personal
interests and advance their individual learning and life experiences.
Mission
To facilitate maximum learning for every student.
Vision
Be the recognized leader for high performance and efficiency in education
Values
We respect and we care
We make sound decisions
We can always get better
We partner at school and in the community
Terms of Employment and Compensation
The Board will provide a competitive compensation package. A multi-year contract with provisions for annual
review and evaluation will be offered. The actual salary and benefits will be commensurate with the education
and experience of the candidate.
Application
The application deadline is April 17, 2023.
All applications will be processed online.
Visit www.escco.org/OlentangySearch to complete an application.
For information regarding the position, please contact:
Wade Lucas, Ed.D.
Client Services Representative
614.440.1978, Wade.Lucas@escco.org
For further information regarding the application process, please contact:
Human Resources
ESC of Central Ohio
614.542.4190
Timeline*
March 17 Announcement of Vacancy
April 17 Application Deadline
May 2 Interviews Begin
May 10 Second Round of Interviews
May 15 Board Action to Employ
August 1 Preferred Start Date
The Superintendent Search
The Olentangy Local School District is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Superintendent. The
Board desires an effective and experienced leader in education and administration. It is preferred that the
new Superintendent will begin by August 1, 2023.
Applicant Criteria
The Board of Education seeks a candidate who is an experienced leader and who embraces the challenge of
taking an excellent district to the next level while working collaboratively with the Board, community, staff and
students to meet their needs. A component includes working with all municipalities within the district. The
position requires an Ohio Superintendent’s license and, at a minimum, a master’s degree.
Community Information about Olentangy
Olentangy Schools is comprised of 95 square miles. Most of the district is in Delaware County, serving
all or part of numerous municipalities including Orange Township, Berkshire Township, Berlin Township,
Concord Township, Genoa Township, Liberty Township, Delaware Township, the City of Delaware, the City of
Columbus, the City of Westerville, and the City of Powell. Since the early 1990’s, Delaware County and
Olentangy Schools have experienced massive growth, propelling Olentangy from a one-building school
district to the 27 schools and growing today.
As of the 2021 American Community Survey, there were 103,003 people living in 37,867 households within
the Olentangy school district. Of that population, 27% are under the age of 18, amounting to an enrollment of
over 23,000 students in Olentangy Schools. The median home value in the area is $381,800 and the median
household income is $138,177.
About the Olentangy Schools
Olentangy Schools is a tightly-knit community that works together to create a positive, friendly, nurturing,
open, and safe environment where excellence is an established tradition. Olentangy is one of only 12 school
districts in Ohio to receive five stars in all categories on the state school report card, and in the annual U.S.
News & World Report Best High Schools rankings, Olentangy’s three eligible high schools all ranked in the
top 25 best high schools in Ohio. Olentangy is home to five Blue Ribbon Schools and has received numerous
accolades for fiscal responsibility and transparency. High schools have maintained a graduation rate above
98%, with ACT scores four points above the state average.
The District offers a comprehensive academic curriculum through programs and courses such as College
Credit Plus, advanced placement courses, a designated STEM and Teacher Academy, gifted education, and
a wide array of specialized services that ensure our staff is facilitating maximum learning for every student. In
addition to academics and related services, Olentangy students have access to an unparalleled wealth of
athletic, visual arts, performing arts, and other extracurricular programs designed to develop their personal
interests and advance their individual learning and life experiences.
Mission
To facilitate maximum learning for every student.
Vision
Be the recognized leader for high performance and efficiency in education
Values
We respect and we care
We make sound decisions
We can always get better
We partner at school and in the community
Terms of Employment and Compensation
The Board will provide a competitive compensation package. A multi-year contract with provisions for annual
review and evaluation will be offered. The actual salary and benefits will be commensurate with the education
and experience of the candidate.
Application
The application deadline is April 17, 2023.
All applications will be processed online.
Visit www.escco.org/OlentangySearch to complete an application.
For information regarding the position, please contact:
Wade Lucas, Ed.D.
Client Services Representative
614.440.1978, Wade.Lucas@escco.org
For further information regarding the application process, please contact:
Human Resources
ESC of Central Ohio
614.542.4190
Timeline*
March 17 Announcement of Vacancy
April 17 Application Deadline
May 2 Interviews Begin
May 10 Second Round of Interviews
May 15 Board Action to Employ
August 1 Preferred Start Date
- Timeline subject to change
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