Job Description
Job Description
EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY
AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF
Principal, Lake Region Union High School
Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU), Vermont
The Superintendent of the Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU) is actively seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and visionary leader to serve as the next Principal of Lake Region Union High School (LRUHS). This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing school while continuing to build a collaborative culture focused on excellence, equity, and continuous improvement.
About the Community: The Northeast Kingdom
Lake Region Union High School is located in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, a region known for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and high quality of life. The area offers easy access to outdoor recreation year-round, including skiing, hiking, mountain biking, boating, and fishing, alongside small towns rich in history and local culture. Life here moves at a pace that allows for balance, connection, and belonging.
About Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU)
OCSU is a close-knit supervisory union committed to serving the whole child through strong instruction, supportive relationships, and collaborative leadership. Across our schools, educators, support staff, administrators, and central office personnel work together to ensure every student is known, supported, and challenged to meet their fullest potential.
At OCSU:
Every role matters, from classroom teachers to bus drivers to central office staff
Collaboration, respect, and shared responsibility guide our work
Every student can learn and thrive when surrounded by caring, dedicated adults
About Lake Region Union High School
Lake Region Union High School serves an average of 350 students in Grades 9-12, with a daily schedule from 8:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The school has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, student achievement, and community pride.
LRUHS has been named the fourth-best high school in Vermont by U.S. News & World Report and achieved a national ranking of 1,638. Rankings are based on performance on state assessments, graduation rates, and college readiness.
Leadership Vision
Superintendent Jacquelyn Ramsay-Tolman, in her first year of leadership at OCSU, is focused on accelerating and continuing the school's success by ensuring consistent resources, strengthening cross-departmental collaboration, and maintaining high standards for teaching and learning for all.
The Principalship at LRUHS
The Principal of Lake Region Union High School will serve as the instructional leader and cultural steward of the school, working closely with students, families, staff, and the broader community.
The Principal will lead a team of:
Dedicated faculty and support staff
Collaborative administrators
Engaged office and operations staff
The Principal of Lake Region Union High School is expected to meet and model the highest standards for instructional leadership, aligned with the Vermont Standards for School Leaders and the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL).
Key responsibilities include:
Mission, Vision, and Core Values: Lead a shared vision for high-quality teaching and learning grounded in equity, continuous improvement, and collective responsibility.
Teaching and Learning: Serve as the instructional leader by supporting evidence-based practices, data-informed decision-making, and rigorous, engaging instruction for all learners.
Equity and Cultural Responsiveness: Ensure inclusive practices that honor student voice, address diverse learning needs, and close opportunity gaps.
Professional Capacity of Staff: Develop the collective efficacy of faculty and staff through coaching, feedback, collaborative learning structures, and shared leadership.
Positive School Culture and Climate: Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment that supports student and staff well-being.
Family and Community Engagement: Build authentic partnerships with families and community stakeholders to support student success.
Ethical and Reflective Leadership: Model integrity, transparency, and reflective practice in all aspects of leadership.
Operational and Systems Leadership: Manage school operations, resources, and systems to support teaching and learning effectively.
For this position, Orleans Central Supervisory Union is proud to offer:
A supportive, team-oriented work environment
A competitive annual salary, aligned with Vermont's cost of living in the range of $130,000-$150,000, with final compensation open to negotiation for uniquely qualified candidates
Comprehensive benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being
A community that values balance, connection, and purpose
Whether you are an experienced administrator or ready for the next step in your leadership journey, OCSU offers a place where your work is meaningful and your leadership matters.
Review of applications will begin on February 27, 2026. Preliminary interviews are planned for mid-March 2026. An appointment is expected by April 3, 2026, and the anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2026.
For more information, please contact: NESDEC Search Office, Lake Region Union High School Principal Search, NESDEC, 28 Lord Road, Marlborough, MA 01752; Phone: 508-481-9444, Email: [email protected]
To access the application, please visit www.nesdec.org
https://www.applitrack.com/nesdec/onlineapp/
Welcome to ATX Learning
NESDEC is conducting this search
EXECUTIVE OPPORTUNITY
AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF
Principal, Lake Region Union High School
Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU), Vermont
The Superintendent of the Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU) is actively seeking a dynamic, student-centered, and visionary leader to serve as the next Principal of Lake Region Union High School (LRUHS). This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing school while continuing to build a collaborative culture focused on excellence, equity, and continuous improvement.
About the Community: The Northeast Kingdom
Lake Region Union High School is located in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, a region known for its natural beauty, strong community connections, and high quality of life. The area offers easy access to outdoor recreation year-round, including skiing, hiking, mountain biking, boating, and fishing, alongside small towns rich in history and local culture. Life here moves at a pace that allows for balance, connection, and belonging.
About Orleans Central Supervisory Union (OCSU)
OCSU is a close-knit supervisory union committed to serving the whole child through strong instruction, supportive relationships, and collaborative leadership. Across our schools, educators, support staff, administrators, and central office personnel work together to ensure every student is known, supported, and challenged to meet their fullest potential.
At OCSU:
Every role matters, from classroom teachers to bus drivers to central office staff
Collaboration, respect, and shared responsibility guide our work
Every student can learn and thrive when surrounded by caring, dedicated adults
About Lake Region Union High School
Lake Region Union High School serves an average of 350 students in Grades 9-12, with a daily schedule from 8:15 a.m. to 2:55 p.m. The school has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence, student achievement, and community pride.
LRUHS has been named the fourth-best high school in Vermont by U.S. News & World Report and achieved a national ranking of 1,638. Rankings are based on performance on state assessments, graduation rates, and college readiness.
Leadership Vision
Superintendent Jacquelyn Ramsay-Tolman, in her first year of leadership at OCSU, is focused on accelerating and continuing the school's success by ensuring consistent resources, strengthening cross-departmental collaboration, and maintaining high standards for teaching and learning for all.
The Principalship at LRUHS
The Principal of Lake Region Union High School will serve as the instructional leader and cultural steward of the school, working closely with students, families, staff, and the broader community.
The Principal will lead a team of:
Dedicated faculty and support staff
Collaborative administrators
Engaged office and operations staff
The Principal of Lake Region Union High School is expected to meet and model the highest standards for instructional leadership, aligned with the Vermont Standards for School Leaders and the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (PSEL).
Key responsibilities include:
Mission, Vision, and Core Values: Lead a shared vision for high-quality teaching and learning grounded in equity, continuous improvement, and collective responsibility.
Teaching and Learning: Serve as the instructional leader by supporting evidence-based practices, data-informed decision-making, and rigorous, engaging instruction for all learners.
Equity and Cultural Responsiveness: Ensure inclusive practices that honor student voice, address diverse learning needs, and close opportunity gaps.
Professional Capacity of Staff: Develop the collective efficacy of faculty and staff through coaching, feedback, collaborative learning structures, and shared leadership.
Positive School Culture and Climate: Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment that supports student and staff well-being.
Family and Community Engagement: Build authentic partnerships with families and community stakeholders to support student success.
Ethical and Reflective Leadership: Model integrity, transparency, and reflective practice in all aspects of leadership.
Operational and Systems Leadership: Manage school operations, resources, and systems to support teaching and learning effectively.
For this position, Orleans Central Supervisory Union is proud to offer:
A supportive, team-oriented work environment
A competitive annual salary, aligned with Vermont's cost of living in the range of $130,000-$150,000, with final compensation open to negotiation for uniquely qualified candidates
Comprehensive benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being
A community that values balance, connection, and purpose
Whether you are an experienced administrator or ready for the next step in your leadership journey, OCSU offers a place where your work is meaningful and your leadership matters.
Review of applications will begin on February 27, 2026. Preliminary interviews are planned for mid-March 2026. An appointment is expected by April 3, 2026, and the anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2026.
For more information, please contact: NESDEC Search Office, Lake Region Union High School Principal Search, NESDEC, 28 Lord Road, Marlborough, MA 01752; Phone: 508-481-9444, Email: [email protected]
To access the application, please visit www.nesdec.org
https://www.applitrack.com/nesdec/onlineapp/
Welcome to ATX Learning
NESDEC is conducting this search
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