Board Sets Salary Range, Seeks Public Input for Qualifications of Next Superintendent

Groton’s next superintendent can expect a salary in the range of $170,000 to $185,000, which is comparable to the salaries in Stonington, Waterford, Ledyard and East Lyme, according to a report in The Day. 

The Groton School Board hopes to fill the position in August and held community forums this week to find out what people wanted from the next superintendent. 

According to another report in The Day, “those who spoke at Monday’s forum said they want a strong leader, an effective communicator and one who knows what it's like in the trenches. They also said they would like a superintendent with a solid financial background and one who has lasted in a community.” 

There is a survey on the district’s website where the public an provide input regarding their preferences for the next superintendent. 

The Day says that the board was advised to offer a 3-year contract and a salary based on experience and negotiated with other benefits and by their search consultant McPherson & Jacobson.

Groton has had four interim superintendents since former superintendent Paul Kadri was placed on leave in May 2012. Kadri was terminated on March 5.

Click here to read the full report in The Day