Superintendent – Minocqua, WI

Job Description

Minocqua, WI

The Minocqua J1 School District is seeking a superintendent beginning on July 1, 2025, with a base salary range expected to be $150,000 to $165,000 (based on experience); other benefits to be negotiated.

The Minocqua J1 School District encompasses 320 square miles in Oneida County and is considered part of “The Northwoods” of North Central Wisconsin. Our school district is spread across the following townships: Cassian, Minocqua, Hazelhurst, and Lake Tomahawk. A majority of the land in the district is described as rural recreation and this area is definitely known for being a four season destination. The tourism industry is the major source of revenue for the local economy. The numerous lakes and the abundance of recreational activities, as well as superb hospitality services, bring travelers to our community all year long. Outside of the tourism industry, the largest employers include community health care, public schools, lumber manufacturing, and local retail stores. The combined population of our communities is approximately 9000, but during the summertime, it quadruples. A large number of retirees select this area for the quality of life it offers. Minocqua J1 School District is one of four 4K-8 elementary districts that feeds into Lakeland Union High School. Each district is administered by its own Administration and own Board of Education. Minocqua J1 is the largest in terms of both enrollment and geographic size.

The Minocqua J1 School District is a 4K-8 School District that is made up of two schools: MHLT Elementary School, and Lakeland STAR School, and has a student enrollment of approximately 520 with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The District has 100 teachers and support staff members with an operational budget of $12M.

The Minocqua J1 School District prides itself in offering excellent educational and professional development opportunities. They cherish small town values and work together to thoughtfully plan for their future. The Minocqua J1 School District is a strong, vast school community with school pride and a committed staff that shares a passion for teaching and learning. The District, in an active partnership with families and the community, prepares all students for academic achievement and lifetime success. Unique to Minocqua J1 is their Firebird Foundation, established in 2007. The Foundation has a board of directors and builds strong relationships among parents, teachers and schools in support of the students.

The Minocqua J1 School District offers a comprehensive program of studies for their students. This includes support and enrichment services for any level of student need. The district is administered by a five member school board. Student achievement results are consistently above state and national averages. In general, Minocqua J1 students score in the top 25% for students nationwide in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. While the achievement scores exceed the state average, pupil costs are below state average. A wide range of co-curricular and after school activities is offered by the district, including summer school. One of our founding beliefs is “Building Relationships, One Student at a Time!”.

Visit the Minocqua J1 School District Website for more information:  Minocqua J1 School District Website

PLEASE INCLUDE IN YOUR FRONTLINE APPLICATION:

1. Cover letter (stating interest and unique qualifications for the position) be sure to save the name of the district in the document title
2. Full resume/vitae
3. Three current letters of recommendation
4. Contact information of three additional references different than the reference letters

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