Meet Jim Frame: Your Educational Leadership Partner
Former District Superintendent with over 30 years of experience in educational leadership, Jim Frame brings unparalleled expertise to superintendent searches, board development, and professional coaching.
Having served as both Superintendent and District Superintendent, Jim understands the challenges from every perspective—offering personalized guidance that helps school districts find exceptional leaders who will thrive in their unique communities.
Jim Frame
Educational Consultant
Former Superintendent & District Superintendent
Jim Frame
Educational Consultant
Former Superintendent & District Superintendent
Recognition & Achievements
Honored for outstanding contributions to educational leadership and community service
Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognized by the Chemung County Chamber of Commerce with a Lifetime Achievement Award as a "Partner in Education" in June 2022.
National Speaker
Routinely speaks on leadership at state, national, and international engagements, sharing expertise in educational administration.
Professional Developer
Extensive experience as consultant and professional developer for school districts, superintendents, and administrative teams.
Professional Experience
Over three decades of leadership in educational administration
District Superintendent
Greater Southern Tier BOCES, Painted Post, NY
- District Superintendent for 21 component school districts and three BOCES campuses
- Worked directly under the Commissioner of Education to advance policy and improve educational practice across New York State
- Created GST STEM Academy, a Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH)
- Administered the statewide Superintendent Development Program in conjunction with SUNY Oswego
Superintendent of Schools
Odessa-Montour Central School District, Odessa, NY
- Chief School Administrator for a PreK-12 public school of 875 students, 80 certificated staff and 52 support staff
- Instituted a climate of change and accountability, examining academics, fiscal management and professional staff development
- Directed district wide implementation of cutting edge "Active Media Classrooms"
- Decreased district drop-out rate and increased student academic performance
- Brought district from "In need of improvement" status to "High performing gap closing" and finally to "Rewards school" recognition
High School Principal
Odessa-Montour Central School District, Odessa, NY
- Administrator of an educational program for 468 students
- Emphasized supporting student needs through differentiated instruction
- Strengthened community engagement and parent involvement initiatives
District Director of Guidance and Counseling Services
Shenendehowa Central School District, Clifton Park, NY
- Directed all aspects of the guidance and counseling program for a 9,000 student district
- Supervised and evaluated counseling staff across multiple school buildings
- Led the district crisis response team and emergency protocols
Education & Credentials
Advanced degrees and certifications in educational leadership
School District Administrator Certificate
July 2002
State University of New York, College at Cortland
Master of Science, Counselor Education
June 1990
State University of New York, College at Oneonta
Bachelor of Arts
May 1987
Psychology & Communications
SUNY College at Oswego
Community Leadership
Active involvement in professional and community organizations
Professional Memberships
- New York State Council of School Superintendents
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
- American Association of School Administrators
Community Service
- Director, Northrup Educational Foundation
- Director, United Way of Schuyler County
- Director, Rotary International
- Chair, Career Development Council
- Chair, Public Affairs Council
- Board Member, Schuyler County Chamber of Commerce
- Member, Public Affairs Council, Chemung County Chamber of Commerce
Ready to Strengthen Your Educational Leadership?
Your district deserves personalized service and a consultant who understands that you make all the critical decisions. Let's discuss how Jim Frame can support your educational leadership needs—from superintendent searches to board development and coaching.