The length of the contract for employment between the superintendent and the boad is determined by the board. The contract will begin on July 1 and end on June 30. the contract will state the terms of emploment and shall not exceed three years.
The first three consecutive years of a contract issued to a newly employed superintendent is considered a probationary period. The probationary period may be extended for an additional year upon the consent of the superinetendent. In the event of termination of a probationary or non-probationary contract, the board will afford the superintendent the appropriate due process as required by law. The superintendent and the board may mutually agree to terminate the superintendent's contract at any time.
It is the responsibility of the board to provide the contract for the superintendent. The board may issue a temporary and nonrenewable contract in accordance with law.
If the superintendent wishes to resign, to be released from a contract, or to retire, the superintendent must comply with applicable law and board policies.
Legal Reference: Cook v. Plainfield CSD 301 N.W.2d 771 (Iowa App. 1980). Fort Madison Bd. Of Educ. v. Youel 282 N.W.2d 677 (Iowa 1979). Hinton Bd. Of Educ. v. Briggs 282 N.W.2d 740 (Iowa 1979). Waco CSD v. Luse 258 Iowa 1087, 141 N.W.2d 607 (1966). Iowa Code 21.5 (1)(I); 279.20, .22-.25 (2005).
Cross Reference: 302 Superintendent
Approved Aug. 8, 2005
Reviewed: October 14, 2019
Revised July 10, 2017