Superintendent Search
Vashon Island School District Superintendent Search
The Vashon Island School District Board of Directors is searching for the next superintendent for Vashon Island School District (VISD).
This page will be used to share the Board’s process for selecting the next superintendent, including information for candidates, engagement opportunities for all stakeholders in the VISD community, and updates on the selection process.
The VISD Board of Directors retained the executive search firm Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) to conduct a national search for the next superintendent.
Search Timeline
| Timeline | Activity |
|---|---|
| August 27, 2026 | Planning Meeting Introduction & Overview of Process |
| August 28, 2026 | Position Announcement Posted |
| On-going September – December | Recrutiing: Candidate Vetting; Reference Checks; Background Checks; News and Social Media Review |
| October – December | School Board Meetings – Search Updates |
| December 4, 2026 | Position Closes |
| Week of December 7, 2026 or December 14, 2026 |
School Board Meeting Executive Session |
| Week of January 4, 2027 | School Board Meeting Executive Session Semi-finalist Interviews |
| Week of January 11, 2027 or January 18, 2027 | Finalists in District |
| Week of January 25, 2027 | Contract Negotations |
| Februrary 2027 | School Board Meeting Action on Superintendent Contract |
| February – June 2027 | Transition Activities for New Superintendent Visiting schools, meeting with staff, students, families, and community members |
| July 1, 2027 | New Superintendent Contract Begins |
Information for Candidates
The VISD Board of Directors has retained HYA to support the superintendent hiring process. The application for the position is posted on the HYA website and all application materials will only be accepted through HYA.
Leadership Profile
Click here to view the Leadership Profile Report for the Vashon Island School District superintendent position.