Ipswich, MA - Superintendent of Schools

Executive Opportunity

An invitation to apply for the position of Superintendent of Schools

Ipswich, Massachusetts Public Schools

The Ipswich School Committee invites applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The district seeks a visionary educational leader who is committed to fostering academic excellence, promoting student well-being, and strengthening the connection between schools and the community they serve.

Located approximately 25 miles north of Boston on Massachusetts' historic North Shore, Ipswich offers the charm of coastal New England with convenient access to the cultural, educational, and professional opportunities of the greater Boston area.

The Ipswich Public Schools serve approximately 1,500 students across four schools:

• Ipswich High School, Grades 9-12
• Ipswich Middle School, Grades 6-8
• Paul
  
  F. Doyon Memorial School, Grades PreK-5
• Winthrop School, Grades PreK-5

The facilities support a broad range of student needs and learning opportunities. Ipswich is currently engaged in a significant school building planning process in partnership with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA). The next Superintendent will play a central leadership role in guiding this process, working collaboratively with municipal leadership, the School Committee, the School Building Committee, and the broader community to ensure that long‑term facilities decisions reflect the district's educational vision, fiscal realities, and future needs.

With approximately 14,100 residents, Ipswich is a historic coastal town known for its natural beauty, strong community spirit, and quality of life. Founded in 1634, the town features beautiful beaches, historic homes, open spaces, a vibrant downtown, and the 2,100‑acre Crane Estate, including the popular Crane Beach with four miles of beachfront.

Ipswich also offers a thriving arts community, excellent restaurants, and a strong business presence, including nationally recognized companies such as EBSCO Information Services and New England Biolabs. Its location provides easy access to Boston and the greater New England region.

Ipswich has a long history of supporting public education. A unique resource is the Feoffees Trust, established in 1660 through a land bequest from William Paine. Today, the Trust provides more than $1 million annually to the schools for educational enhancement and enrichment, including programs in the arts, robotics, technology, and other innovative learning opportunities. The Ipswich Public Schools remain the sole beneficiary of this trust.

This tradition continues through a commitment to challenging, engaging, and inclusive education. District programs include:

• Individualized and technology‑enhanced learning
• Project‑based instruction and integrated STEAM opportunities
• Fine and performing arts
• Athletics and extracurricular activities
• Enrichment opportunities that develop student interests and talents

Families, residents, local businesses, and community organizations are strong partners in supporting the schools and strengthening the connection between educational success and a vibrant community.

The Superintendent is currently supported by an administrative team consisting of Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Student Services, and a Human Resources/Administrative Manager, with additional assistance provided by secretarial and business office personnel.

The next Superintendent will join Ipswich at a pivotal moment, with an opportunity to shape the district's educational vision and long‑term future. Ipswich seeks a strategic leader who can build on the district's strengths…