Superintendent – Cambridge, WI
Job Description
VACANCY
School District of Cambridge, Cambridge, WI
The School District of Cambridge, located in Dane and Jefferson Counties adjacent to the City of Madison WI, seeks a new Superintendent to lead the district beginning July 1, 2025. Applicants should apply immediately, the position is open through March 28, 2025. Screening interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, first round interviews with the Board will occur in early April.
The School District of Cambridge is a highly regarded Early Childhood, 4K-12 district and serves a 909 student population with an operating budget of approximately $18 million. Covering nine municipalities, the district is a hub of the community with connections to a variety of organizations and groups as well as serving as the foundation to a best-in-class community recreation department.
The School District of Cambridge is composed of four comprehensive schools: one EC to 5 elementary, one 6-8 middle school, one 9-12 high school, and one 7-12 environmental charter school. The physical footprint is comprised of four campuses, inclusive of an 80+ acre outdoor learning center and two school forests. District demographics are reported as 26% economically disadvantaged, 18% students with special needs, in a homogeneous population with less than 8% minority groups. Cambridge proudly offers a well-balanced blend of academics, arts, and co-curriculars in a welcoming learning environment for students, parents, and community members. The district commits to preparing students who can learn from the past, achieve in the present and envision the future.
The Superintendent works with an active Board of Education, consisting of seven elected members and two student representatives, and serves a supportive and involved community that has high expectations for its schools. In addition, the Superintendent leads a team of outstanding educators and staff who are deeply dedicated to the academic success and well-being of students.
Cambridge is described as the lakeside village where the arts and recreation thrive and is one of the top “100 Best Small-Town Getaways” by Midwest Living Magazine. The high performing school district, beautiful recreational location, and proximity to Madison make Cambridge a highly sought after location for many.
Visit the School District of Cambridge website for more information: Home | School District of Cambridge
The Board of Education is eager to complete this search with final interviews in April. Interested applicants should apply immediately and include in their Frontline application:
- Cover letter
- Stating specific and detailed interest in the Cambridge superintendent position Qualifications for the position
- Full resume/vitae
- Three current letters of recommendation
- Contact information of three additional references different than the reference letters
Position open until filled, candidates are encouraged to apply by March 28, 2025 to receive a screening interview.
First round Interviews – April 2, 3, 4, 2025
Day in the District and Final Interview – April 9, 2025
Superintendent Announcement – April 21, 2025
Superintendent contract formally begins – July 1, 2025
For questions regarding the School District of Cambridge Superintendent search contact:
Pat Neudecker, Senior Associate, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates
Email: patneudecker@hyasearch.com
How to apply for this job?
- Register for an account on the HYA website. Or, log in to the HYA website if you already have an account created. Click the Login/Register button at the top of the page to get started.
- After logging in, click the Apply Now button at the top of this page.
- You will be redirected to the Frontline Education website. This website is where you will submit your application. This website also will require its own unique login and password.
