The length of the contract for employment between the superintendent and the board is determined by the board. The contract will begin on July 1 and end on June 30. The contract will state the terms of employment and shall not exceed three years
The first three years of a contract issued to a newly employed superintendent is considered a probationary period. The board may waive this period or the probationary period may be extended for an additional year upon the consent of the superintendent. In the event of termination of a probationary or non-probationary contract, the board will afford the superintendent appropriate due process, including notice as required by law. The superintendent and board may mutually agree to terminate the superintendent's contract at any time.
If a superintendent's contract is not being renewed by the board, the contract will be extended automatically for additional one-year periods beyond the end of its term until it is modified or terminated as mutually agreed to by the parties or until the superintendent's contract is terminated consistent with statutory termination procedures.
It is the responsibility of the board to provide the contract for the superintendent. The Board may issue a temporary and non-renewable 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 board policies dealing with retirement, release or resignation.
Legal Reference:
Martin v. Waterloo Comm School Dist, 518 N.W. 2d 381 (Iowa 1994).
Cook v Plainfield Comm School , 301 N.W.2d 771 (Iowa App. 1980).
Brd of Edu Fort Madison Sch Dis v. Youel, 282 N.W.2d 677 (Ia 79).
Briggs v Brd of Dir of Hinton Com Sch Dist, 282 N.W.2d 740 (Ia 1979).
Luse v. Waco Comm School Dist of Henry Co., 258 Iowa 1087, 141
N.W.2d 607 (1966).
Iowa Code §§ 21.5(1)(i); 279.20, .22-.25 (2007).
281 I.A.C. 12.4(4).
Cross Reference:
302 Superintendent
Approved: 3/18/2019 Reviewed: 2/18/2019 Revised: 2/18/2019
