Description
The Sun Prairie Area School District is seeking an Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning and Equity beginning on July 1, 2026, with a base salary expected to be $180,000.
Sun Prairie is a vibrant and thriving community located in northeastern Dane County, just east of the City of Madison. Approximately 50,000 people live within the nearly 80 square miles that make up SPASD boundaries. The City of Sun Prairie is well situated regionally, with excellent access to major transportation routes and facilities. Sun Prairie benefits from its proximity to the City of Madison and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, which provide many amenities, events, and attractions for both residents of and visitors to the Sun Prairie area. Sun Prairie has become known in the region for its high quality of life, its excellent parks and recreation programs, historic downtown, its exceptional public school system, and progressive approach to the development and growth of the community.
The Sun Prairie Area School District serves more than 8,500 students in 4K-12th grade. The district includes 15 schools: nine elementary schools, three middle schools, two comprehensive high schools, and an alternative learning high school. The district also offers a 4K program at 10 partner child care/preschool sites around the community, and a virtual school. The district has more than 1,300 employees and a budget of approximately $220 million.
District Highlights:
- A- overall rating by Niche.com, and the second-most diverse school district in Dane County
- Sun Prairie East and West high schools ranked in the top 20 percent in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
- 2025 ACT average of 19.9 is above the state (19.2) and national average (19.4)
- Exceeds expectations on the 2025 Wisconsin DPI State Report Cards, with 7 of 15 schools also exceeding expectations
- Community overwhelmingly approved a $25 million recurring operational referendum, phased in over 5 years in November 2024
- Visit the SPASD Website for more information: SPASD Website
The Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning and Equity reports to the Superintendent and works alongside the Assistant Superintendent of Operations. This role serves as the district’s Chief Academic Officer and is responsible for improving practices in instruction, curriculum, and assessment, empowering schools to become more efficient, effective and equitable. As leader of the Teaching, Learning and Equity Team, the Assistant Superintendent oversees the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all educational programs and services. Most importantly, the Assistant Superintendent will take a lead role in advancing the mission and vision of the school district to ensure successful learning for every student.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position supervises the following positions: Director of Elementary TLE; Director of Secondary TLE; Directors of Student Services; Director of Digital Media, Innovation, and Strategy; and Manager of Professional Learning, and Mentors. This position also participates in the supervision of the Director of Student Policy and School Operations and the Director of Systemic Equity and Inclusion. Other supervisory tasks will be performed as assigned in accordance with the district's policies and applicable laws.
Link to full Job Description: Job Description
Link to the Assistant Superintendent job posting on the HYA website:
https://hyasearch.com/job/assistant-superintendent-sun-prairie-wi/
INCLUDE IN YOUR FRONTLINE APPLICATION:
- Cover letter
- Stating specific and detailed interest in the Sun Prairie Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning and Equity position
- Qualifications for the position
- Full resume/vitae
- Three current letters of recommendation
- Contact information of three additional references different than the reference letters
Search Timeline - Application Materials Due By: May 4, 2026
For full consideration in the initial interview round scheduled for the week of May 11, applications must be submitted by May 4. The position will remain open until filled, and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
March 25 through May 4, 2026 (or until filled) : Position posted and advertised; Strong recruitment initiated
Week of May 11, 2026 : Initial Interviews to begin
July 1, 2026 : Contract formally begins
For questions regarding the SPASD Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning and Equity search, contact:
Mike Richie, Vice President, Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates
Email: mikerichie@hyasearch.com
Requirements
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
A strong educational background is required, including a master’s degree or other advanced degree in Educational Leadership; a doctorate is preferred. Candidates must have at least 10 years of leadership experience, including successful service as a school-based administrator.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES:
Must possess, maintain, or be eligible for a current Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction administrative license. A Superintendent license is preferred.
