VOLUME I: GENERAL FILE: CEA

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

The Superintendent will possess the following minimal qualifications:

A. Hold a doctoral degree from a recognized four-year college or university with Alabama certification at the highest level in the area of school administration;

B. Have three (3) years of successful educational experience as a teacher, principal, supervisor, or superintendent during the five years preceding his/her appointment or election;

C. Have five (5) years of public school experience, preferably a broad range of elementary and secondary experience;

D. Have demonstrated ability in group dynamics and in working with people who have varying backgrounds and interests;

E. Possess the ability to view all aspects of issues and deal fairly, even when views differ from his/her own;

F. Demonstrate knowledge of school finance;

G. Demonstrate knowledge of educational research and methods of research;

H. Possess the ability to delegate authority;

I. Possess good character, high moral standing, and integrity; and

J. Have other qualifications that the Board deems necessary and proper.

SOURCE: Tuscaloosa County Board of Education, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

ADOPTED: March 9, 1992

LEGAL REF.: The Code of Alabama, 16-9-2.