Uintah School District

Troy Timothy was sworn in as the district's business administrator by 8th District Judge Greg Lamb during Wednesday night's Uintah School Board meeting. Timothy is a 1992 graduate of Uintah High School who holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and international business from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Michigan State University. For the past 25 years he has worked in finance, financial analysis, and operations at major companies such as Frito-Lay, Safelite AutoGlass, and Vans. When the school board hired Timothy in December, he was serving as the senior manager of financial planning and analysis for a multimillion-dollar specialty food manufacturing and distribution company in California. Timothy's first day with the school district was Monday.

The Uintah School Board voted?unanimously during its business meeting Wednesday to hire Troy Timothy as the district’s new business administrator. ? “Given his wealth of professional experience, Troy will be a great addition to the Uintah School District’s leadership team,” Board President Dave Chivers said. “I’m confident he’ll play a key role in our ongoing efforts to keep Uintah on the rise.” ? Timothy, a 1992 graduate of Uintah High School, holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and international business from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Michigan State University. For the past 25 years he has worked in finance, financial analysis, and operations at major companies such as Frito-Lay, Safelite AutoGlass, and Vans. He currently serves as the senior manager of financial planning and analysis for a multimillion-dollar specialty food manufacturing and distribution company in California. ? “I've generally worked for publicly traded companies, Fortune 500 type companies that are listed on the stock exchange. We follow a lot of regulatory compliance rules,” said Timothy, who noted that managing finances in the public sector can be “a completely different animal.” ? “I look forward to applying my extensive experience to the accounting standards and regulations associated with public education,” he said. “To be honest, there aren't many jobs in Vernal where I can really use my educational and professional background like this, so I'm excited for this opportunity.” ? Timothy also expressed enthusiasm about the district’s commitment to continuous improvement. ? “I’m impressed with the superintendent and the school board. I believe we’ll work well together,” he said. “I’m also excited to hear about the positive progress the district has made with their test scores and how much improvement they've made over the last few years with various programs.” ? Timothy and his wife, Jill, are eager to return to Uintah County with their family after living outside Utah for the past 25 years. ? “We’ve lived all over the country,” Timothy said. “I wouldn't trade those experiences for anything because they’ve shaped me and my family into who we are today. But I'm also looking forward to getting back to my roots and being around a lot of people that I know, love, and care about.” ? Timothy’s first day with the district will be Jan. 6.

The Uintah School District Board of Education in Naples, Utah, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Business Administrator. Salary will be competitive with similar-sized and some larger Utah school districts and will be determined by the board based on qualifications, education, and experience. Benefits include group health insurance through PEHP; USBA Group term life insurance; Utah State Retirement System including 401K; payment of professional dues in approved professional associations; earned vacation and PTO; and reasonable expenses for relocation. Basic Requirements: A master’s degree in business, accounting or educational administration is preferred. Experience may be substituted for some education; however, a bachelor’s degree is required. The application period will be open until 5 p.m. MDT on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/g8QbQhEY and click on Employment.

The Uintah School District Board of Education in Naples, Utah, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Business Administrator. Salary will be competitive with similar-sized and some larger Utah school districts and will be determined by the board based on qualifications, education, and experience. Benefits include group health insurance through PEHP; USBA Group term life insurance; Utah State Retirement System including 401K; payment of professional dues in approved professional associations; earned vacation and PTO; and reasonable expenses for relocation. ? Basic Requirements: A master’s degree in business, accounting or educational administration is preferred. Experience may be substituted for some education; however, a bachelor’s degree is required. ? The application period will be open until 5 p.m. MDT on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/g8QbQhEY and click on Employment.

The Uintah School District is seeking a proven instructional leader to serve as the next principal at Uintah Middle School in Vernal, Utah. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8. This is a 210-day contract position with benefits. Applicants must have an Administrative/Supervisory License. Evidence of successful administrative experience as a principal or assistant principal is required. Evidence of successful experience as a classroom teacher is preferred. For more information or to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/g557EHQr . The application deadline is Friday, May 3, at 5 p.m.

The Uintah School Board voted unanimously during Wednesday night’s business meeting to hire Ryan Maughan as the district’s new director of Special Programs. Maughan has served as the superintendent of the Emery School District since 2021. ? “Ryan brings extensive experience and knowledge in the field of special education to our district, has a passion for serving students with disabilities, and will strengthen our systems and processes to help all our students reach their full individual potential,” said Dr. Rick Woodford, superintendent of the Uintah School District. ? Maughan’s educational and professional background made him a perfect match for the Special Programs directorship. During his 17 years in education, he has taught students with severe and profound disabilities in Iron County; served as an elementary school principal and assistant special education director in Carbon County; and held the positions of special education director, student services supervisor, career and technical education (CTE) director, and superintendent in Emery County. Maughan also has experience with the English Language Learner (ELL) and gifted and talented programs, both of which will be included in his stewardship as USD Special Programs director. ? “I am committed to advocating for all students, especially those who need additional support or cannot advocate for themselves,” Maughan said. “Every child can learn, and every child must be given the opportunities and support they need to do so. The path to success requires dedication to students, to educators, and to the community.” ? Maughan holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education with a coaching emphasis and history minor from Southern Utah University. He also earned a master’s degree in education with an emphasis in special education and a master’s degree in educational leadership and policy, both from the University of Utah. In addition to his degrees, Maughan has a school leadership administrative/supervisory K-12 license, a special education teaching license, a severe/profound disabilities endorsement, a gifted and talented endorsement, and an educational technology endorsement. ? “I have no doubt my role as director of Special Programs in the Uintah School District comes with tremendous responsibilities, but I know it comes with tremendous opportunities as well,” Maughan said. ? “I believe there are some fantastic things already going on in the district,” he said. “I pledge to do my part to ensure those things continue even as we explore more ways to provide all students with access to the educational offerings that will allow them to enjoy success in life.” ? Maughan will officially begin his new role with Uintah School District on July 1; however, he will start transitioning into the job in May. ? “My family and I are excited to join the community in Uintah County,” Maughan said. “It definitely felt like a place we could call home the first time we visited.”