Modern EducateHR
Superintendent Search and Executive Search
Nationwide superintendent search services for school districts, especially rural districts, within a broader executive search offering.
Leadership Searches That Fit
Superintendent search is Modern EducateHR’s primary specialty within our broader executive search offering. We serve school districts nationwide, especially rural districts, with the care, discretion, and practical understanding boards and leadership teams deserve. We help define the role, engage stakeholders, recruit strong candidates, and make a confident final selection.
Our experience includes three superintendent searches and one principal search for Nevada school districts, providing relevant rural-district experience alongside executive-level search support tailored to each organization’s needs nationwide.
A Team Built Around You
Keith Lewis serves as your primary point of contact and leads the engagement from planning through appointment. When specialized expertise is needed, Modern EducateHR Network partners contribute through their independent LLCs while working collaboratively toward one shared outcome: the right leader for your organization.
Secure Communication
Candidate materials, board communications, and search updates are handled through secure, organized channels. We protect confidentiality while keeping decision-makers informed at every stage.
Our Seven-Phase Process
A clear, board-centered process that balances thoroughness, responsiveness, and discretion.
1. Launch & Listen
Confirm goals, timeline, governance roles, and the qualities that matter most.
2. Community Input
Gather focused stakeholder feedback to shape the leadership profile.
3. Position Profile
Create a compelling, accurate profile and recruitment plan.
4. Recruitment
Conduct targeted outreach and manage a professional application process.
5. Screening
Review qualifications, conduct initial interviews, and present a focused candidate pool.
6. Selection Support
Facilitate interviews, reference checks, and a fair, well-documented decision process.
7. Appointment & Transition
Support final negotiations, announcement planning, and a smooth transition into the role.
Straightforward Fee Approach
Every search is scoped to the organization, role, timeline, and level of support required. We provide a clear proposal before work begins, with transparent fees and agreed-upon expenses so boards can plan with confidence. For related support, explore our public sector consulting services.
Additional Search Support
- Interim leadership planning
- Executive onboarding support
- Board facilitation and governance guidance
- Leadership profile development
- Reference and background coordination
Modern EducateHR is endorsed by the Nevada Association of School Boards for Executive Searches.
What Boards Say
“The Board remains in charge of the process.”
Gregg Malkovich, President, Churchill County School District Board of Trustees
Download the Churchill County School District recommendation letter (PDF)
“Keith and Dave were steady, trusted partners, and Modern EducateHR exceeded our expectations.”
Amy Fye, President, Storey County School District Board of Trustees
Download the Storey County School District recommendation letter (PDF)
Schedule a Conversation
To discuss an upcoming superintendent or executive staff search, contact Modern EducateHR or reach Keith Lewis directly.
Keith Lewis
(775) 443-5451
moderneducatehr@gmail.com