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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, Executive Search Consultant

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

November 2014 - August 2021
  • 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

July 2005 - November 2014
  • 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

November 2004 - July 2005
  • 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

September 2002 - November 2004
  • 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.