Description

The BAYPORT-BLUE POINT SCHOOL DISTRICT, located on the south shore of Long Island in Suffolk County, New York, is seeking a Superintendent of Schools.  The 1,700 students in the Bayport-Blue Point School District are enrolled in 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school and 1 high school.  The district, which serves a diverse student body, has a long tradition of high-achieving students and has a community that is very supportive of the school district and its students.  The district places a strong emphasis on providing programs that meet the needs of all students.  In addition to a strong and inclusive academic program, the district has excellent programs in the arts & athletics.

 Stakeholders are committed to excellence and want a leader with a student-centered philosophy who will build upon the district’s many accomplishments and successes while respecting the school and community cultures and their student-centered vision.

 The Board of Education is seeking a leader who can build upon the district’s many accomplishments while striving to provide opportunities for all students to succeed. Among the many hallmarks of the Bayport-Blue Point School District recently cited by staff, parents, students, and members of the community were:

      An outstanding district with an excellent reputation that is focused on providing a well-rounded education for all of the students.

      Strong community commitment to the school district as demonstrated by 2nd and 3rd generation families living in the district.

      Staff and administrators who are excellent, knowledgeable, and care about the students.

      A dedicated and child-focused board of education.

      Because of the small number of students, there are many opportunities to interact with the students and their families.

      Notwithstanding the small number of students at the high school, there are 22 Advanced Placement class for which a majority of the papers written received scores of 4 & 5.

      Has opportunities for students with special needs and in the arts and athletics

Some of the major leadership challenges for the new superintendent, also cited by staff and residents, are:

       The financial implications of a small district with a very small tax base.

      Identifying ways to continue to have 3 neighborhood schools while enrollment decreases.

      Analyzing best practices to ensure that all students are challenged and provided with opportunities to excel.

Requirements

Following significant staff and community engagement, the Bayport-Blue Point Board of Education has approved the following specifications for its search for a new superintendent:

 The successful candidate will be:

      An experienced teacher, building administrator and instructional leader at the central office level, skilled in short- and long-range planning activities, who is able to move an already-successful district to even higher levels of achievement

      An approachable, transparent, and respected leader with superior skills in oral and written communications, and an active listener who will be visible in the district schools and in the community at large

      A collaborative administrator, of proven integrity, capable of mentoring and working successfully with a talented staff, an involved board of education, and a supportive school community

      A student-focused administrator, with a strong work ethic, proven leadership skills in curriculum and instruction, and who is interested in making a long-term commitment to our district

      A proven leader who is knowledgeable in matters of school budgeting and finance, and able to explain them to an interested and involved school community

The Board of Education is offering a regionally-competitive compensation package.  New York State certification as a School District Administrator or School District Leader is required for appointment 

Applications must be submitted online at www.leadschools.us no later than May 13, 2026 (click on “Current Searches”) and follow the link to www.Applitrack.com.  In addition to completing the basic application, candidates are asked to upload a cover letter describing how they meet the specification criteria listed above, as well as uploading a copy of their current résumé.   All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.