Women Superintendents Lag Despite Teaching Majority
In the U.S., only 1,984 out of 13,728 superintendents are women, despite women making up 72% of K-12 educators. This disparity persists despite recent appointments like Dr. Michelle Reid, the 2021 AASA National Superintendent of the Year, to Fairfax County Public Schools.
The pandemic has led to significant turnover in school leadership, with 37% of experienced leaders leaving in the nation's 500 largest districts. This trend has seen men predominantly filling new roles, with 70% of newly appointed superintendents being men, replacing 39 female superintendents. The average age of a superintendent is 46, with the majority being White (68.6%).
Pay disparities exist, with women earning 93% of what men earn, averaging $115,019 annually. Teacher and substitute shortages are widespread, with at least 60% of superintendents reporting these issues. The future of superintendents is uncertain, with 50% unsure about their tenure. Notable appointments include Millard House II to Houston ISD and Alberto Carvalho moving from Miami-Dade to Los Angeles Unified.
The underrepresentation of women in school superintendent roles, despite their majority in teaching, remains a challenge. The pandemic's impact on leadership turnover and the uncertainty of superintendents' tenure highlight the need for stability and diversity in school leadership.
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