BAIRD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
SUPERINTENDENT’S PROFILE
17 SEPTEMBER 2007

Proven experience and success in sound fiscal management of district resources to include:
 A strong background in school finance.
 Demonstrated knowledge of how to run a school like a business.
 Committed to long range planning and will lead district and community to financial security.

Integrity – Doing what you ought to do when you ought to do it.

Strong leadership skills that can lead our faculty and students.

A demonstrated history of sound decision making to include:
 Demonstrated ability in making difficult decisions even though unpopular – especially if they are in the best interest of students.
 Exhibit good management skills by reviewing sides of issue before making a decision.

Proven ability to create and foster an academic climate that insures academic excellence, and possess demonstrated skills in the development of a good curriculum.

Accessible and visible to the entire community and active in his/her church and community.

Honesty – Tells you the truth, even if it’s not what you want to hear.

Superintendent must live in Baird ISD and superintendent’s children should attend the Baird Independent School District.

Possesses excellent positive communications skills – Talking and Listening

Demonstrates genuine care for families and children without regard to socio-economic status or reputation.

Must be knowledgeable and accountable in all areas of school operations.

Impeccable recommendations from and in-depth background search including background checks from teaching in current position, references and non-references, credit and criminal background check.

Leads by example and sets high expectations for success.

Has a pool of other knowledgeable peers. (Ability to find the answer to questions from a pool of peers with mutual respect for each other.)

Experience with small towns and decreasing enrollment.