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A Superintendent assists the district school board to create and institute policy and processes related to education. Their role is to develop and supervise school programs, and seek to improve the educational standards of students. Their responsibilities are to write, propose and revise educational policies, prepare monthly reports, review the curriculum and ensure it meets state and national educational standards, oversee educational spending by setting and maintaining the annual budget, and interview and hire principals within the district.

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,739Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Construction Management
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$24,321Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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5.9 years
$94K
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5.46 years
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