Dallas County Schools
SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH Application Deadline: April 17, 2022 Interviews: May 2-10, 2022 Superintendent Begins: June 2022
About Dallas County Schools Dallas County Schools (DCS) aims to ensure every student receives a quality education that prepares them to exit the secondary learning domain equipped with skills necessary to become responsible citizens of society who are prepared to meet their goals. The mission of the Dallas County Schools system is to empower students to become self-sufficient, competent, and productive citizens of society. This will be achieved by engaging students in an innovative, creative, and realistic curriculum delivered by highly qualified staff. DCS teachers and support staff believe every student can learn and succeed. With a strong focus on instructional methods, students are prepared to work well with others, treat others with respect, and connect their academic learning to real-world applications. Recognizing that students acquire knowledge differently, DCS encourages instruction that provides multiple entry points to learning, a variety of options to demonstrate understanding, and a variety of assessment methods to identify proficiency and need for support.
In 2021, Dallas County Schools gained full accreditation from the national accreditation firm, Cognia, after improving in 25 out of 31 indicators. The school system partners with Wallace Community College Selma, The University of Alabama, and the University of Montevallo to provide dual enrollment learning opportunities in academic and career technical fields. In addition, DCS has partnered with Flight Works Alabama to provide middle school students access to "We Build It Better," an innovative new science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) curriculum. DCS is dedicated to sound financial stewardship and has continued to grow the system’s reserve funds, operating with a fund balance that exceeded the state requirement for three years. With strong community support, Dallas County Schools continues to commit to giving its best to educate the nearly 2,600 students the system serves.
Our Community Dallas County is located in the west-central Black Belt region of Alabama. The 994 square-mile county comprises several small communities, including the historical city of Selma which also is known as the "Queen City of the Black Belt." Dallas County has a population of just under 50,000. The Alabama River travels northeast to southwest through Dallas County. Many residents and visitors enjoy the community's natural surroundings by visiting Paul M. Grist State Park and camping, hunting and fishing in the local waterways. The Dallas County Sportsplex offers state-of-the-art sports fields perfect for tournament play. Those interested in the historical significance of Dallas County may wish to visit the Selma Historic District or Old Cahawba for a firsthand look into the county's past. A range of eateries can be found throughout the county, from fast food chains to Southern style cooking and local barbecue. Shoppers will find a wide variety of unique items in the area's local shopping centers and small businesses while exploring the rich heritage of Dallas County.
By the Numbers Schools
Demographics
Personnel
High Schools
3
White
17%
Certified
228
Middle Schools
2
83%
Classified
214
Elementary Schools
6
Black
Career Tech Center Virtual School
1 1
Hispanic Asian
4% <1%
Ed. Specialist Degree
American Indian
<1%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
Transportation Average Daily Ridership
36
Master's Degree
117
Bachelor's Degree
81
Doctoral Degree
4
1475
Number of Bus Routes
72
Number of Buses
82
Financial Total Enrollment 2,902
Total Budget: $70.6 million FY 2020 Per Pupil Expenditure: $12, 269 Instruction
21%
Capital Outlay
21%
Administration
9%
Federal 59%
State 38% Local 3%
AASB School System Snapshot View school system snapshot for Dallas County Schools.
https://bit.ly/dallascountysnapshot
Search for an Outstanding Leader The Dallas County Board of Education is seeking an experienced leader with a proven track record of improving student success to lead this diverse system to the next level. Desired traits include: Successful experience as an educator and principal Demonstrated ability to improve student achievement Ability to effectively lead the administrative team Strong communication skills, including serving as a spokesperson for the system Willingness to listen to and consider others’ opinions Strong financial management skills and an understanding of school finance
QUALIFICATIONS Alabama law requires the superintendent be chosen for general fitness and character and that he or she be knowledgeable in school administration. The successful applicant also should have or be eligible for the appropriate certification to serve as a superintendent in the State of Alabama and must hold at least a master’s degree. In addition, he or she must have at least five years’ experience in public school work and must have at least three years’ experience as a teacher, principal, supervisor, superintendent, educational administrator or instructor in school administration during the last five years.
SALARY The salary range will be $132,000 to $135,000 and will be negotiable based on experience and a proven track record.
SEARCH TIMELINE Application deadline: Interviews: Superintendent Begins:
Application Process This search is being conducted by the Alabama Association of School Boards. All applications will be taken through Frontline, AASB’s online application system, by visiting Applitrack.com/alabamaschoolboards/onlineapp. If this is your first time applying for an AASB-led search via Frontline, you must first create a user account and password. Next, log in, complete the online profile, choose to apply for this search and upload a cover letter. You also must have an official transcript sent directly to AASB from the institution that granted the highest degree.
If you have previously applied to an AASB-led search and already have a Frontline account, simply log in, choose to apply for this search, answer the questions specific to this search and upload a cover letter. You may email SuperintendentSearch@AlabamaSchoolBoards.org to have AASB upload the official copy of your transcript if it is not yet part of your online file; it is not necessary to have another copy sent. A search committee will review all applications and recommend finalists to the school board. The board may interview some or all of the finalists. State law requires that these interviews be public.
SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO: Alabama Association of School Boards P.O. Box 4980 Montgomery, AL 36103-4980 or SuperintendentSearch@AlabamaSchoolBoards.org
Applications must be completed and transcripts received by:
April 17, 2022 April 17, 2022 May 2-10, 2022 June 2022
FOR MORE INFORMATION: For additional information, contact Dr. Michael Barber at 205-812-5213 or Barbermg19@gmail.com.