Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza
Dr. Kym LeBlanc-Esparza, Ed.D., has served as deputy superintendent since February 2022. Dr. Kym brings more than 30 years of experience in K-12 education. Most recently, she served as the superintendent of the Archuleta School District in southwestern Colorado. In addition to her role as superintendent, Dr. Kym has experience as an executive director of K-12, principal, content specialist and staff developer and classroom teacher.
Dr. Kym’s innovative and collaborative style supports her belief in collective responsibility for the success of every student. She has served in a number of leadership roles regionally and nationally including the Colorado Commissioner of Education’s stakeholder task force on COVID response, learning loss, equity and teacher effectiveness.
As Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Kym leads Jeffco’s academic leadership team. This team provides the vision and direction for Our Learners: Our Future in the Jeffco Thrives 2025 Strategic Plan. She provides leadership and oversight to the district's divisions of Teaching and Learning, Student Success, School Leadership, Family, School and Community Partnerships, Enrollment Services, Instructional Data Services, and Safety and Security.
Education is a family business in Dr. Kym’s household. Two of her daughters are educators - one serves students with special needs and the other is a preschool teacher in Jefferson County. Her husband is an accomplished educational leader, and her son is a Jeffco student. Outside of work you can find Dr. Kym enjoying riding her horses, digging in the dirt, and spending time with family.