Job Description:
The Missouri Association of Rural Education has been retained by the Maryville R-II Board of Education to conduct a search for a Superintendent of Schools.  Maryville R-II School District is located in Nodaway County (Maryville) in Northwest Missouri.
School District Information:

• Elementary Schools (2) - (PK-04)

Certified Staff – 54
Student Enrollment – 559

• Middle School – (05-08)

Certified Staff – 37
Student Enrollment - 417

• High School – (09-12)

Certified Staff – 34
Student Enrollment – 522

• Total Certified Staff – (125)/Total Student Enrollment (1,498)
• Annual Operating Budget – $25,272,935.94
• Total Tax Levy - $4.9729
• Assessed Valuation - $254,613,036.00
• Reserve Balances – 46.01%
• Administrators – 9
• Support Staff – 74
• MSIP:  Fully Accredited
• District Contracted Transportation – Jarnik Buses, Inc.
• District Contracted Food Service – Opaa! Food Management
• Other Programs:
  • Parents as Teachers
  • 5-day School Week/1:1 Technology
  • FFA/AG Program, FCCLA, FBLA, CAPS, NHS, PLTW
  • A+ Program/Dual Credit with NWMSU & MSU/Northwest Technical School
  • Athletics & Activities – Midland Empire Conference

Application Time Line:

• Applications must be received by – Friday, October 17, 2025
• Screening to begin – Ongoing during the application period
• Interviews Tentative Date – October 27-October 30, 2025
• Anticipated Contract Offer – October 31, 2025
• Contract Begins – July 1, 2026

Salary/Benefits Information:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Salary Range: $145,000-$160,000.
• Administrative experience required/ Central Office administrative experience required.
• Missouri Superintendent’s Certificate or eligibility thereof required. 
• Board paid health and life insurance benefits.
• Initial multi-year contract will be considered
• District residency is required. 

Application Guidelines:

• Submit a completed application form and current resume with three reference letters.
• Include a cover letter directed to the Maryville R-II Board of Education – Describe reasons for interest in the position and provide a record of significant accomplishments over the past five years.
• Provide evidence of Missouri Superintendent Certificate (copy of certificate).
• Provide transcripts and current placement papers or credentials.
• Include any other supporting documents that would enhance the application file.
• Please note that the Selected finalist will provide a copy of his/her most recent background check prior to official employment.

Application Procedure:

• Download application for Maryville R-II on MARE website (www.moare.com)
• Forward application (Email only!) and support materials to:
  • Maryville R-II Superintendent Search
  • Attn:  Dr. Michael Jinks, Search Consultant
  • Phone # - (660) 441-7473
  • Fax # - (660) 747-8160
  • Email: 19mj46@charter.net

Maryville R-II is an equal opportunity employer.  Refer to announcement for contact information.  Applicants are asked to NOT make direct contact with the board of education members. Initial applications will be kept confidential, however, all applications, letters of reference, resumes, transcripts, credentials, etc. for the purpose of this application process will, upon receipt, become the sole property of the Maryville R-II Board of Education, and shall remain their property indefinitely.