A Team of Professionals
Our executive search team guides your district through a comprehensive process to find the best candidate. Strict confidentiality during the application process, a comprehensive publicity plan to attract a strong pool of candidates, as well as a complete evaluation and transition training will ensure a successful placement. When you choose C.E.S. to facilitate your executive searches, you hire a team of experienced professionals with the full resources of C.E.S.
For more information about our executive search support team, view our brochure.
Meet Our Consultants
Dr. Salvatore J. Corda was an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at Southern Connecticut State University from 2009-2013. Prior to that, he was Superintendent of Schools in Norwalk for eight years and the Superintendent of Schools in the City School District of Peekskill (NY) for twelve years. An educator since 1969, Dr. Corda has taught at the Middle School level, was a high school building administrator as well as a middle school principal. His experience in Central Office included positions as an Assistant and Associate Superintendent with responsibilities in instruction, finance, and personnel. He holds a Ph.D. in Educational Administration from New York University.
Dr. H. Kaye Griffin was the Superintendent of the Madison school district from 1993-2007. Prior to that, she served as Director of Curriculum and Instruction in Madison. Dr. Griffin’s career in education began in Texas where she served as Instructional Officer for Secondary English Language Arts in Klein, Texas, and Program Coordinator/Teacher in Deer Park, Texas. Since 2007, she has held the position of Interim Superintendent in four school districts including Madison, Salem, Sterling and Fisher’s Island (NY). She holds an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction and completed a Post-Doctorate Certification in Mid-Management School Administration from the University of Houston.
Thomas Jokubaitis has held the position of Interim Superintendent in seven school districts including Weston, Newtown, Torrington, and Region #12. Prior to his interim positions, Mr. Jokubaitis was the Superintendent of the Wolcott school district from 1982-1999. He served as Director of Elementary Program Development in Stamford, Principal at Academy Elementary School in Madison, and as a teacher in Prospect. Since 1999, he has consulted for various Connecticut districts. He has developed more than 18 assessments on space and school building renovations and upgrades, and has facilitated district research and served as district strategic planning consultant.
Dr. James Ritchie was the Dean of the School of Education and Human Resources at the University of Bridgeport from 1998-2008. Prior to that, he served as Interim Executive Director at C.E.S., following 13 years as Superintendent of Plainville Community Schools. Dr. Ritchie was Director of Finance and Administration in Regional School District #5 from 1982-1984 and Principal of Amity Regional Senior High School from 1975-1982. He holds an Ed.D. in Educational Administration from Teachers College, Columbus University. Dr. Ritchie was Connecticut’s Superintendent of the Year in 1997.