Important Notice: The Virginia School Boards Association is assisting the school boards below with the search process. Candidates should not make contact with individual school board members. Inquiries should be directed to Gina G. Patterson, executive director, Virginia School Boards Association, 200 Hansen Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-295-8722, or gina@vsba.org.
Rockbridge County (VA) Public School Superintendent Search
The School Board of Rockbridge County Public Schools invites applications for the position of Superintendent. The anticipated date of hire is January 1, 2027.
THE COUNTY
Rich in history, Rockbridge County is in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, some 50 miles northeast of Roanoke, 50 miles northwest of Lynchburg, and 36 miles southwest of Staunton. Residents and visitors enjoy shopping and dining in the historic college town of Lexington, while exploring the abundant natural resources of the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley through mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, climbing, fly fishing, hiking, and spelunking. Attractions like the Virginia Horse Center and Natural Bridge State Park draw visitors from around the region.
Rockbridge County’s diverse economy features the manufacturing, trade, service, and agricultural sectors. Manufacturing activity centers around natural resources, textiles, and a variety of industrial, commercial, and residential goods. Economic growth is enhanced by Interstates 81 and 64 intersecting in Rockbridge County.
One of the area’s greatest resources is higher education. Within Rockbridge County are Southern Virginia University, Virginia Military Institute, Washington & Lee University, and a regional center of Mountain Gateway Community College. These institutions offer speakers, concerts, athletic events, and a diverse and skilled labor force.
THE DIVISION
Rockbridge County Public Schools serves approximately 2,500 students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. We provide a safe, inclusive, equitable, and student-centered environment where our diverse community of learners grows intellectually, physically, and emotionally, and students are inspired to achieve their full potential. In collaboration with families and community stakeholders, we challenge and empower students to think, learn, and reach their full potential as lifelong learners and productive, responsible members of society. The Rockbridge Innovation Center serves RCHS students with state-of-the-art technology, dynamic Career & Technical Education programs, and a Community Room available for organizations and community partners within Rockbridge County.
Budget (Proposed Categorical Estimate of Need for 2027): $40,475,971
PK-12 Total Student Enrollment: The RCPS Fall 2025 full-time PK-12 enrollment is 2,460
Full-Time Personnel: 474
Part-Time Personnel: 58
On Time Graduation Rate: For the Class of 2025, the on-time graduation rate was 90.62%
Schools: Four (4) Elementary Schools; One (1) Middle School; One (1) High School
Website: https://www.rockbridge.k12.va.us/
QUALIFICATIONS
The board has established the following qualifications for the next superintendent of Rockbridge County Public Schools:
- Experience as a successful classroom teacher on the K-12 level is required.
- Administrative experience (e.g., principal, central office, assistant superintendent, superintendent) is required.
- An earned doctorate (or completed by December 2026) is preferred.
- Willingness to establish residency in the school division is preferred.
Leadership and Management Skills – The successful candidate values building personal relationships and is a decisive leader, visionary, creative thinker, and team player who is comfortable with shared decision-making.
Personal Characteristics – The successful candidate is approachable, a good listener, accessible, consistent, enthusiastic, and caring.
Board-Superintendent Relations – The successful candidate establishes consistent and open communication with the School Board, effectively mediates and accommodates different perspectives, and can lead the Board in goal setting and planning.
Staff Relations – The successful candidate builds trust and mutual respect, maintains open communication, leads by example, and has a process for recruiting, selecting, and maintaining top-quality staff.
Community Relations – The successful candidate effectively advocates for school employees, issues, and needs; relates well to a variety of community groups; communicates effectively on both private and public levels; and responds to individual concerns in an appropriate and timely manner.
School Finance – The successful candidate lobbies for school funding on behalf of the school division, develops and explains the budget rationale to the Board and local officials, and closely supervises budget development and procedures.
Areas of Expertise – The successful candidate has expertise in strategic planning and continuous improvement, student achievement, curriculum and instruction, budget and finance, and school and staff development.
Candidates must meet the legal requirements to be licensed or be eligible for licensure as a superintendent in Virginia. Questions concerning the eligibility requirements should be directed to the Office of Educator Preparation and Licensure, State Department of Education, P.O. Box 2120, Richmond, VA 23218-2120, Telephone: (804) 750-8190.
SALARY
Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To apply, visit: https://vsba.myrevelus.com/
Completed applications are due by June 30, 2026.
Candidates should not make contact with school board members. Inquiries should be directed to Gina Patterson, executive director, Virginia School Boards Association, 200 Hansen Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-295-8722 or gina@vsba.org.
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COMING SOON: Richmond County (VA) Public Schools Superintendent Search
THE COUNTY
Richmond County is situated on the Northern Neck Peninsula in the eastern portion of Virginia. The Rappahannock River forms the southern boundary of this 192 square mile community. The incorporated town of Warsaw is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 360 and State Route 3. This strategic location makes the town of Warsaw the commercial hub for the Northern Neck and enables easy access to the major metropolitan areas located in eastern Virginia. Richmond County is 50 miles northeast of the City of Richmond and 120 miles southeast of Washington, D.C.
THE DIVISION
MISSION: As trusted partners with families and community, RCPS fosters resiliency and prepares each student to be our future problem-solvers and leaders.
VISION: Every student will graduate on time possessing the essential skills needed to thrive in the future. All students are inspired, engaged, and supported as they pursue their aspirations.
Budget: $22,604,026
PK-12 Total Student Enrollment: 1,421
Full Time Personnel: 187
Part Time Personnel: 35
On Time Graduation Rate: 98.3% 2024-25 SY
Schools: Richmond County Elementary Middle School & Rappahannock High School
Web Site: https://www.richmond-county.k12.va.us/
Candidates must meet the legal requirements to be licensed or be eligible for licensure as a superintendent in Virginia. Questions concerning the eligibility requirements should be directed to the Office of Educator Preparation and Licensure, State Department of Education, P.O. Box 2120, Richmond, VA 23218-2120, Telephone: (804) 750-8190.
Candidates should not make contact with school board members. Inquiries should be directed to Gina Patterson, executive director, Virginia School Boards Association, 200 Hansen Road, Charlottesville, VA 22911, 434-295-8722 or gina@vsba.org.
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Application Procedures
Apply online: vsba.myrevelus.com
Applications for specific positions are linked above when available.
To be notified when Superintendent Searches are available, please contact Samantha Bosserman, Deputy Executive Director at samantha@vsba.org or 1-800-446-8722 ext. 5.
Eligibility Requirements for Virginia Superintendents
IMPORTANT NOTE: To be appointed as a superintendent in VIRGINIA, one must be listed on the “Eligible List of Division Superintendents” approved by the Virginia Board of Education. The Board of Education only meets eight or nine times per year which can cause delays in processing the applications for licensure. We encourage you to reach out ASAP to the Virginia Department of Education. For information regarding this list, contact the Office of Educator Preparation and Licensure, State Department of Education, P.O. Box 2120, Richmond, VA 23218-2120, Telephone: (804) 750-8190.
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