Barbara Powers

Barbara Powers

Senior Consultant

Maine, USA

Since joining Search Associates as a Senior Consultant in 2019, Barbara has been engaged in HOS and Principal searches around the world. Barbara holds multiple certifications including Superintendent, Director of Curriculum, and Principal.  

Barbara’s 40-year career in educational leadership has spanned all levels and ages of children and included a term on her local school board. Before joining Search Associates, she served as Superintendent of a high-performing school district in the northeastern US, one receiving a top national ranking from Forbes Magazine. Barbara participated in a US delegation to China and sponsored an in-residence Chinese language teacher. She also led professional development and practicum oversight with teachers from the Dominican Republic and Guatemala.  

Did You Know…?

Search Associates is a family-owned business founded by John Magagna, former international educator. After working with her father for ten years, daughter Jessica Magagna is now CEO.