Career Opportunities

We seek to build a team dedicated to the goal of dramatically improving student achievement, grounded in the belief that children from all backgrounds can succeed when given the opportunities they deserve, and committed to the core values of our department.

Assistant Principal: Upper School - TN School for the Deaf, Knoxville

Assistant Principal will support an academic program that exemplifies excellence and equity such that all students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to successfully make decisions and determine their own life path.

Qualifications:

Valid Tennessee professional educator license with an administrative endorsement or demonstrated progress toward this endorsement
Master’s Degree or beyond in educational leadership/administration/supervision
Degree in Deaf Education and/or working knowledge in the area of the deafness, hard of hearing, and special populations
Sign Language SLPI level of Advanced or higher
Demonstrates a deep understanding of the unique challenges associated with educating students who are deaf/hard of hearing.
Previous administrative and/or supervisory experience preferred
Demonstrated record of performance that exceeds expectations
Technology acumen and proficiency including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet-based applications, typing and word processing skills.

Terms of Employment:

Full-Time 11-month teacher contract.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Works with the Lead Principal to develop, articulate, and implement a vision of learning that includes high goals for student achievement that are shared and supported by the school community. Values, supports, and believes in high standards for all students across the spectrum of socio-economic demographics and academic potential
Articulates the vision and strategic mission the Tennessee School for the Deaf and works collaboratively with the Lead Principal to support teachers, parents, community leaders, higher education partners, and others to continuously improve instructional excellence.
Listens effectively to families, students, and the school community. Considers and responds to the input of stakeholders in a timely fashion
Strategically aligns leadership behaviors with stated values and goals to drive required change. Develops strategic plan with effective solutions.
Supports a culture of integrity, fairness, and high ethical standards. Builds strong relationships with teachers that is based on mutual respect, trust, and empathy.
Supports systems and programs that promote learning, collaboration, and communication throughout the school.
Conducts and manages IEPs, insuring communications with parents are timely and accurate and that goals, objectives and benchmarks are appropriate and effectively addressed.
Manages student behavior and student scheduling.
Supports classroom teaching by working with the Lead Principal by setting clear expectations and observing, coaching, and evaluating teachers and staff in accordance with the Tennessee Educator Acceleration Model (TEAM). Obtains and maintains TEAM Observer certification through completing training and passing certification exam.
Understands and upholds all personnel policies as outlined by the State Department of Education, as well as state and federal EEO provisions.
Completes reports and plans for the CTE department.
Supports the safety, maintenance and administration of the school. Helps manage safety drills and emergency programs in coordination with security and facilities staff.
Manages and oversees student conduct, discipline, attendance, records and reports with staff assistance.
Participates in and supports the supervision and administration of extracurricular programs and school athletic programs with staff assistance, as applicable.
Performs other duties as assigned.

KSA’s:

Strong organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, adapting appropriately to audience and message
Knowledge of best practices in the areas of responsibilities
Knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements in areas of responsibility
Manage and organize multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to make student centered decisions
Ability to establish collaborative relationships with all stakeholders
Holds self and others accountable for student learning
Demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to continuous learning
Seeks out and acts upon performance feedback

Benefits:

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement pension, 401(k) match, employee assistance program, personal and sick leave (PTO) and more. A full listing of employee benefits can be found here.

Salary:

Assistant Principal salary is based on Teacher Salary contract. Additional Assistant Principal supplemental will also be included in accordance with the 2019-2020 SSS Salary Policy.

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The applicant selected for this position must complete full background checks including fingerprinting. Background checks will be completed through TBI, FBI, DCS, TN Registry of Sexual Offenders, and TN Registry of Abuse.

Associate General Counsel/Staff Attorney for SBE

The Tennessee State Board of Education (“State Board”) is seeking a full-time attorney to handle educator license discipline cases from intake of educator misconduct reports through case resolution. The Associate General Counsel/Staff Attorney will analyze educator misconduct reports and associated investigative materials, prepare discipline recommendations, draft consent orders, and represent the State Board in administrative hearings, mediations, and settlement discussions for assigned educator discipline cases. This position will work closely with other license discipline attorneys, paralegals and interns to ensure effective management of the State Board’s license discipline work. In addition, the Associate General Counsel/Staff Attorney is responsible for maintaining and building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to magnify and improve the Board’s licensure discipline work, and communicates with school districts, educators, law enforcement, and other stakeholders regarding license actions.

The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively, multi-task, work with a variety of stakeholders, and manage a diverse, high- volume caseload. This position is an important opportunity to ensure Tennessee continues to uphold a high bar for educator licensure and student safety, and to further the Board’s efforts to ensure that all students have access to great teachers and leaders.

About the Tennessee State Board of Education

The State Board’s mission is to ensure policies and systems are in place so that all students are prepared for success after graduation. We work closely with the Department of Education, local school districts, and stakeholders across the state to ensure equity, oversight, and transparency in K-12 education policy.

Additionally, the State Board is charged by law with complete jurisdiction over the issuance of K-12 educator licenses in Tennessee. This includes the intake of reports of educator misconduct, and responsibility for determining appropriate license discipline action including denial, formal reprimand, suspension, or revocation of an educator’s license.

Job Responsibilities

The Associate General Counsel/Staff Attorney is responsible for the following:
Managing an assigned caseload of educator misconduct cases, including opening new cases reported to the State Board, analyzing investigative materials relevant to assigned case files, formulating discipline recommendations based on applicable facts, rules, and laws, and seeing cases through resolution. This includes:
Preparation of license action recommendations for the State Board staff case review committee and presentation of cases before this committee;
Docketing cases with the Secretary of State’s Administrative Procedures Division and representing the State Board at administrative hearings before an Administrative Law Judge;
Drafting motions, orders, discovery, and other filings;
Presenting and explaining license discipline recommendations to the State Board at quarterly meetings;
Participating in mediation and negotiating settlements when appropriate;
Participating in regular check-ins with the Office of Educator Licensure and Preparation (OELP) within the Tennessee Department of Education to improve inter-agency communication and problem-solving; and
Working with the license discipline team to refine and improve processes for management of educator misconduct cases to ensure timely resolution of all cases.
Conducting legal research and writing on a variety of topics relevant to license discipline and the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act.
Assisting drafting rules and policies relating to licensure discipline.
Providing legal advice to the State Board and Board staff regarding licensure discipline, administrative procedure, and other legal matters as requested.
Working with other attorneys on staff to prepare and present to school districts and other interested stakeholder organizations regarding the State Board’s process for handling license discipline cases.
Responding to inquiries regarding the State Board’s licensure discipline work from a variety of stakeholders including school district representatives, teachers and their counsel, witnesses, and others.
Working with the General Counsel to timely respond to media inquiries and public records requests regarding licensure cases as prescribed under the law.
Delegating appropriate work to assigned paralegal(s).
Managing other special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who have:
Strong legal research and writing skills, as well as excellent oral and written advocacy skills.
Litigation/case management experience, and other demonstrated project-management experience. Experience litigating administrative cases under the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act is a plus.
Ability to multi-task and effectively and efficiently manage a high-volume case load.
A demonstrated commitment to meeting and exceeding expectations, and a history of getting things done.
Strong personal presence and communication skills necessary to interact and develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to produce high-quality work both independently and as part of a growing team.
Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, transparency, and public service.
Graduation from an accredited, four-year college or university, a Juris Doctorate, and at least three (3) years of experience as a licensed attorney is required. Candidates must possess a current Tennessee law license. Knowledge of education law and policy, administrative procedure, experience advising government agencies, or prior experience with Board relations are preferred but not required.

Salary

Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume to Angela.C.Sanders@tn.gov by March 31, 2023.

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee’s Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State’s policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person’s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

Budget Specialist

Job Title: Budget Specialist

Department: Finance

Classification (Payroll Title): EDUC CONSULTANT 2 Position Number: 1005766

Reports to: Budget Director Last Revised Date: 1/18/2023 Location: Remote/Nashville Office

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high quality education, no matter where they live. · Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. · Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary: The Finance Consultant – Budget is responsible for a variety of routine financial (budget) processes and projects that require the application of well-established budget principles, theories, and concepts in one or more phases of the budgetary process to support division program teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and, at least two years of full-time work experience in accounting and/or finance, and/or budget.
OR
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree including 30 hours in accounting and, at least three years of full-time work experience in accounting and/or finance, and/or budget.
OR
Master of Business Administration with concentration in accounting or finance and at least one year of full-time work experience in accounting and/or finance, and/or budget.

Essential Functions

Assist the Budget Director with divisional budget planning
Assist the Budget Director with monthly budget monitoring and business manager meetings
Assist the Budget Director with position management
Update and maintain datasets, budget check and process procurement and contract requests, and perform special projects as assigned
Act as extra capacity support as assigned (Procurement, Fiscal Note Review, Operations) and complete special projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Active learning
Data and systems analysis
Strong written and oral communication skills
Critical thinking, mathematical and deductive reasoning
Ability to take initiative and be proactive in problem solving
Strong time management skills, exceptional organization, and meticulous attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook)

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel

No travel is required for this role at this time.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Maryanne.Durski@tn.gov

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Human Capital team at 615-741-5158. You can also direct your request for accommodation in writing to the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: HR Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

Department of Education Intern

Department: Commissioner’s Office

Classification (Payroll Title): Intern

Anticipated Salary Range: This is an unpaid internship for college/university credit

Last Revised Date: February 27, 2023

Location Notes: This position will be in person at the Andrew Johnson Tower in Nashville, Tennessee located at:

710 James Robertson Parkway

Nashville, TN 37243

Please Note: Virtual internship positions may become available and are dependent on the needs of our department.

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live. · Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. · Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary:

Come spend a portion of your summer with the Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE)! The TDOE Summer Internship Program is a prestigious and highly competitive opportunity awarded to exceptional applicants who wish to serve and learn with the department. This program is designed to allow students matriculating through an accredited post-secondary program the opportunity to gain practical experience. Recent graduates that have completed their Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctoral degree in June 2022 or after are encouraged to apply. We invite all interested applicants across the state to join our department as we continue to provide what is “Best for All” Tennessee students. Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2023.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be currently enrolled full-time or part-time as a degree seeking student in an accredited college or university or recently graduated from an accredited college or university in June 2022 or after
Must be in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher)
Must be at least 18 years of age by the outset of the internship
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to successfully complete a background check (if applicable for position)
Must be able to provide official documentation of proof of school credit from the accredited college or university prior to the outset of the internship. This documentation must also indicate that the work involved in this internship has been approved as relevant to coursework

Essential Functions

Interns’ involvement and placement within the department is for the benefit of the intern’s experience and the department hosting the intern. Interns will:
Develop an understanding of the department’s mission and strategic priorities.
Accomplish defined learning objectives in a particular area.
Meaningfully contribute to a strategic project, program, or service.
Adhere to all department policies and procedures.
Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Active Learning and Listening – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Learning Strategies – Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures when appropriate for the situation when learning new things
Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively
Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm C.T. with an hour lunch break. This position requires reliable transportation and use of personal technology (laptop).

Travel

<10% Travel Estimated

Other Duties

To Apply

Please send resume, transcript and proof of course credit requirement to rica.douglas@tn.gov. In addition, if there is a particular area program/initiative you are interested in, please note that in the submission of your documents.

discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person’s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

Deputy Chief of Staff

Department: Office of Commissioner

Classification (Payroll Title): EdCon4

Position Number: 01005357

Reports to: Chief of Staff

Last Revised Date: March 9, 2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: The anticipated annual salary for this position is $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live. Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Essential Functions:

Human Resources: HR paperwork processing including managing the signature process and form completion; tracking/managing the interview process; participation in interviews; reviewing all job postings for quality, alignment and completion; reviewing internal office SMART goals, ensuring completion of 90-day plans; effective onboarding and offboarding
Finance and Procurement: Ownership of invoice tracking (including status of contracts and payments); facilitation of the procurement process general budget management for the office; review and sign-off on quality documents for every step in the procurement process.
Communication and Engagement: Assist communication and engagement teams with management of stakeholder groups and advisory bodies. Collaborate with team on agenda development and messaging for agency-wide content, understanding and apply appropriate terminology. Policy, references, documents, approaches, etc. given the context, stakeholders, and landscape.
Office and team culture: Ensure Director of Talent milestones and deliverables are met to achieve the vision of the Chief of Staff in a timeline and efficient manner.
- Office support: Oversee the quality completion of any reporting required by or produced by the office; serve as the point of contact for bill and fiscal analyses; executing cabinet-level processes and deliverables as needed. Oversee the collaboration of chiefs of staff across the office to ensure procedural understanding and agency alignment.
  - Chief Support:
    - Create and manage processes for tracking work products and projects among the staff of the Chief of Staff, including:
    - milestone and deliverable tracking
    - Robust, efficient product review processes
    - Weekly commissioner’s office meeting agendas, notes, and next steps
    - Weekly milestone and deliverable reports and briefing books to be shared with chief of staff
    - Facilitating meaningful collaboration with offices across the department on key initiatives
    - Time and task prioritization for chief of staff
    - Prioritization matrices across commissioner’s office

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Project Management: Ability to create and manage against coherent project plans and work plans 
Achievement Orientation: Ability to focus on end goal and adjust course as needed along the way 
Communication Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills 
Big Picture Orientation: Understands and navigates priorities of own role and department within larger context  
Detail Orientation: Excellent organization and ability to meet deadlines 
Relationship Builder: Ability to build positive relationships with diverse team members and stakeholders. 
Service Orientation: Understands a students-first approach and our role as an agency of service to Tennesseans  
Data and Outcomes Driven: Operates with an outcomes-orientation and data-driven mindset 
Other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

The duties of this role will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel:

Some travel (~15-25%) across the state required. A driver's license and reliable transportation is required.

Other Duties:

To Apply:

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to Chelsea.crawford@tn.gov.

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee's Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State's policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person's race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

Director of Academic Support, CTE (CORE)

Department: Office of Statewide Supports (CORE)

Classification (Payroll Title): EDUC Program Director 1

Position Number: 00020872

Reports to: Jaclyn O’Brien, Assistant Commissioner of CORE

Anticipated Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Last Revised Date: March 7, 2023

Location Notes: Ability to work from home (AWS)

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live. · Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. · Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary:

The Tennessee Department of Education is seeking a director of academic strategy for CTE to oversee and guide the work of regional CORE staff in supporting continuous improvement efforts in districts across the state in CTE. This position would directly manage 8 regional staff, and work with other teams at the department to ensure the vision for the support these staff provide to school districts is well executed. This work includes creating and implementing knowledge management routines to ensure coherent, aligned, and effective supports across the state, coaching and guiding the regional staff towards a clear and consistent vision for their work, observing and learning from regional consultants to understand the needs in the field, and coordinating extensively with peers across the department to ensure alignment with department priorities and feed information from the field back to the central department to inform ongoing work.

The state’s CORE offices support eight geographic regions across the state and are charged with supporting districts with continuous improvement of practice and student outcomes. CORE offices support districts with diagnosing needs, planning for improvement, implementing strategies, and tracking progress. CORE is made up of 5 content support teams (ELA, math, SPED, data, and CTE) and a team of district support liaisons. The director of academic strategy will shape and guide the work of the CTE consultant group to ensure consistent support across the state and will provide direct management to the CTE consultants.

Minimum Qualifications:

High level of personal responsibility, optimism, and judgment
Commitment to excellence and problem-solving
Exceptional ability to build relationships, compromise, motivate, and influence
Strong listening skills, ability to weigh a variety of perspectives and ideas and make decisions
Experience leading a project or initiative with evidence of impact
Orientation to making decisions based on what’s best for students
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a school district central office and/or school leadership role, or district support role (as consultant or vendor) with perspective on how systems function and improve
CTE Content area expertise; expertise or experience in multiple areas preferred
Deep understanding of the instructional core and its influence on improving student outcomes
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Willingness to travel approximately 20-30% of the time

Essential Functions

Work collaboratively with peers across the department to coordinate and align the work of CORE CTE regional staff with department priorities and inform department work by sharing trends and needs from the field.
Collaboratively with other teams at the department, develop and implement knowledge management plans for responsible consultant group to ensure equitable knowledge and skill across the state, ongoing learning and continues improvement, and consistent training experiences for staff.
Oversee structures for ongoing coordination and collaboration with consultant team (for example, the eight CTE consultants from each CORE office across the state need to come together regularly to learn, plan, share, collaborate, and problem-solve).
Develop and execute processes for strong two-way communication between CORE staff and relevant department teams to ensure CORE field experience is informing the work at the department, and vice versa
Support CORE CTE consultants in understanding how to use tools and resources from the department, and help department teams think through how districts will use tools and resources they create
Create and participate in structures for ensuring coherence across content teams and in coordination with district liaison supports.
Manage CORE CTE consultants to successfully support district improvements and engage with division partners productively
Build relationships and trust with, influence, and motivate CORE staff and department
partners to foster a strong culture for continuous improvement
Learn quickly and adapt quickly by being comfortable with change and flexible in the work

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

FOR MANAGER ROLES: Developing Direct Reports and Others: Ability to set and communicate high expectations, to delegate tasks effectively, and to motivate and develop others in a manner that maximizes productivity and morale

Supervisory Responsibility

Will supervisor 8 CORE Consultants.

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel

Some travel (20-30%) is required for this role.

Other Duties

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Justin.Barker@tn.gov.

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243

Director of Human Resources

Office: Operations

Classification (Payroll Title): HR Director 3

Position Number: 00017133

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Last Revised Date: January 13, 2023

Salary: Anticipated Salary: The anticipated annual salary for this position is $132,900 yearly In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live. Whole Child: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academics and non-academic needs of all students. Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary: The Director of Human Resources is responsible for supporting the priorities of the TDOE and directing the human resources management functions of the department including classification/compensation administration, position control, hiring, career planning and development, professional development and training, performance management, employee relations, and all other HR-related activities. The HR Director assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates the activities of the Human Resources staff and their work; makes recommendations and decisions on human resources actions such as employment, promotions, demotions, transfers, retention, and salary adjustments; and advises department leadership on HR matters. This position also provides policy guidance and assists with policy development pertaining to human resources functions. The HR Director interacts with all levels of employees and officials internally and externally to provide explanation and interpretation of policies, regarding complaints and policy issues, regarding difficult employee issues, and as a liaison to departmental leadership and the Department of Human Resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree or HR certification preferred. Candidates should have a special education degree or related service degree in education.

Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in full-time professional educational or instructional work, including at least two (2) years of supervisory/administrative or advisory work. Substitution of Education for Experience: Graduate coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of two years, there being no substitution for the required two years of specialized experience. OR One year of experience as an Education Consultant 2 with the State of Tennessee. Applicants may be required to possess a valid driver’s license. The applicant should reside in Tennessee.

Essential Functions:

Direct all hiring and other HR transactions for the department to ensure that all hiring and other position and employee related transactions are performed within the rules, policies, and deadlines of the Departments of Human Resources, Finance & Administration, and Education. HR processes and documents must comply with audit standards.
Provide guidance and make recommendations to TDOE leadership, managers, and employees on employee relations matters. Work with the General Counsel's Office to ensure all investigations are thoroughly investigated within established timelines. Successful navigation of employee relations issues which results in a positive impact on employee retention/turnover, engagement, and satisfaction.
Supervise the administration, provision, and implementation of all mandatory manager and employee trainings to TDOE staff according to the timelines set forth in the DOHR learning and development policy. Employee and supervisory training should provide employees with the tools needed to be successful.
Work with ASD and State Special Schools leadership and staff to hire qualified candidates successfully and provide guidance on human resources matters, including performance management and employee relations matters.
Manage and staff the HR team to ensure all HR roles, responsibilities, and goals are completed in an efficient and accurate manner.
Automate internal HR processes and develop an electronic data dashboard to report key HR metrics to the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership to facilitate data-driven decision-making, increased transparency, reduced employee turnover, speed up processes, and reduced costs.

KSAC’s

Knowledge

Current trends and issues in U.S. and Tennessee special education law, rule, policy, and guidance, with a particular focus on equitable learning opportunities.
Understanding of, or familiarity with, high-quality materials implementation and educator preparation for special education providers.
Knowledge of how to coordinate statewide education projects and support large-scale implementation and small-scale intensive implementation.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of the performance management process for project plans, including developing new plans, reviewing/revising existing project plans, and reporting on the progress made.
Understanding the cross-divisional connections required to ensure equitable access for students with disabilities.

Skills & Abilities

Management of financial resources, budgeting, and large-scale accounting
Managing diverse and varied personnel, including motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Time management, work planning, and productivity
Collaboration
Vendor and contract management
Critical thinking and complex problem-solving.
Data-driven decision-making effectively builds a case to drive decisions and justifies with data and research, both qualitative and quantitative.
Communications, including written and oral communication skills, compelling public speaking and ability to persuade others toward decisions, and strong facilitation skills for both internal and external audiences
Culture and relationship builder
Management: Able to motivate and develop a direct report toward achieving team goals
Monitoring: Assesses self, other individuals, and the development of the work to make improvements and take corrective action

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during work hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week.

Travel

This role may require occasional travel within the state.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Shannon.Gordon@tn.gov

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee’s Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State’s policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of that person’s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, or any other category protected by state and/or federal civil rights laws.

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

Director of Schools – Tennessee School for the Blind

Location: 115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

Position Description:

To provide effective leadership in developing and maintaining high quality educational programs and services at the Tennessee School for the Blind.

The leadership responsibilities of the Tennessee School for the Blind shall extend to all activities at the school, to all phases of the educational program, to LEA outreach and state-wide services, to oversight of the residential program, to all aspects of the financial operation, to all parts of the physical plant, and to the conduct of such other duties as may be assigned by the Commissioner and/or designee. The director of schools may delegate these duties together with appropriate authority but may not delegate nor relinquish ultimate responsibility for results or any portion of accountability.

Specific Position Responsibilities:

General Administrative

· Provides leadership in identification of priorities and assures that all activities reflect those priorities and that priorities align with the Tennessee Department of Education’s strategic plan.

· Prepares and recommends short- and long-range plans and implements those plans as approved by Commissioner and/or designee.

· Recommends drafts of new policies or changes to existing policies. Anticipates potential problems. Recommends policies as needed.

· Develops administrative procedures to implement policies for the efficient operation of the school and disseminates these procedures to appropriate staff. Monitors adherence to existing procedures.

· Ensures that all local, state/federal standards for the health and safety of the students and staff are maintained and that required reports are maintained.

· Fulfills all statutory obligations and implements the education law of the State of Tennessee and the rules and regulations of the State Board

· Ensures an effective working relationship with the Tennessee Department of Education

Financial Management

· Provides direction to and supervision of school business functions. Encourages development and implementation of sound business practices. Continually assesses business practices to achieve efficiency.

· Prepares a budget annually and submits it to the TDOE finance officer for approval.

· Creates and submits appropriate written reports detailing all receipts and expenditures of the school’s funds.

· Ensures funds are spent prudently by providing adequate control and accounting of the school’s financial and physical resources.

Personnel Administration

· Employs such personnel to meet the school’s goals and mission within the limits of budgetary provisions and recommends to the Commissioner teachers who are eligible for tenure.

· Develops recruitment procedures to assure well-qualified applicants for all positions.

· Assigns and transfers employees to meet the efficient and effective operation of the school and reports such action to the TDOE human resources office for information and record.

· Ensures all staff have to the opportunity provide feedback and utilizes feedback collected to address school climate, school improvement, and school decisions.

· Communicates effectively with staff to ensure transparency in school operations and personnel matters.

· Provides an evidenced-based evaluation using the TEAM evaluation process for the principal annually.

· Establishes challenging goals and effective growth opportunities for direct reports. Provides evidence-based feedback regarding direct reports’ progress during the Interim I, Interim II, and Final Evaluation process.

· Addresses personnel issues effectively.

Instructional Leadership

· Administers as chief school executive, the development and maintenance of a positive educational program designed to meet the needs of the community and to carry out policies. Ensures that a system of thorough and efficient education, as defined by state law, is available to all students.

· Ensures a challenging course of study to meet Tennessee graduation requirements for all students. Ensures student programming designed to meet the college and career readiness

· Oversees the timely revisions of all curriculum guides and courses of study.

· Develops guidelines and direction for monitoring the effectiveness of existing and new programs.

· Conducts a periodic audit of the total school program and advises the Commissioner and/or designee of recommendations for the educational advancement of the school.

· Seeks out available sources for grant funding to support programs and projects.

· Ensures that the goals of the school are adequately reflected in educational programming and operations.

· Monitors national best practices for educating blind and visually impaired students and aligns the overall vision and direction for the school to innovative, highly effective practices.

Community/Public Relations

· Promotes community support of the school. Interprets programs and services, reports plans, events and activities of interest and solicits community opinions regarding school and educational issues.

· Identifies available community resources and links to social service agencies that support education and healthy child development.

· Develops strategies to promote parental involvement in their children's education and provides opportunities for parent-teacher interaction. Requires effective communication between teachers and parents.

· Maintains contact and good relations with local media. In conjunction with the TDOE communications team, acts as the school’s spokesperson.

· Ensures that the school’s interests will be represented in meetings and activities of the TDOE.

· Represents the school and its interests in community organizations, activities, and projects.

Qualifications:

Candidates must hold a master’s degree or higher, Tennessee teaching and administrative licenses and/or meet the teaching and administrative licensing requirements. Candidates must also have a minimum of five years of district- or school-level leadership experience, preferably in a principal role or higher. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a blind endorsement and/or have direct experience working with visually impaired student body.

Candidate may live in the provided on-campus housing or reside within the immediate Nashville vicinity.

Successful candidate will exhibit the following:

· Excellence

· Optimism

· Judgment

· Courage

· Teamwork

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

To Apply:

Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to Josh.Mason@tn.gov. Applications are due by April 3, 2023. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually using Microsoft Teams with selected applicants on April 12-14 between 3:30-6:00 pm Central Time. Selected finalists will be invited to campus on April 26, 2023, to tour the campus during the school day and participate in a public interview that evening.

Pursuant to the State of TN's policy of non-discrimination, the Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military services in its policies, or in the admission of, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs, services, or activities.

Educational Assistant - TN School for the Deaf, Nashville

The Educational Assistant’s (EA) at TSD assist teachers in the classroom with the daily operation of instruction and classroom management. EA’s provide academic support to students in all grades as assigned PreK-6^th grade.

Qualifications:

Completed two years (48 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher learning or obtained an associate degree or higher
Passed the Para Pro Assessment
Strongly preferred ASL (American Sign Language) skills
Computer skills required to assist students on educational devices
Possess current Tennessee Driver’s license and clean driving record

Terms of Employment:

Full-Time 10-month employment (August – May)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assist teachers in the classroom
Provides tutoring help to students
Assist with student self-help skills
Substitutes in classroom when teachers are absent
Supervises students at lunch
Transports students to various off campus activities
Prepares instructional materials
Abides by all state regulations and school procedures
Prepares a variety of standard records and reports

KSA’s:

Preferred applicant will be able to communicate fluently through sign language
Ability to utilize computers and other educational technologies in the classroom
Knowledge of classroom structure
Experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing students in educational settings
Ability to multi-task and change tasks rapidly

Benefits:

Salary:

Starting salary $2,372 per month.

The applicant selected for this position must complete full background checks including fingerprinting.

Background checks will be completed through TBI, FBI, DCS, TN Registry of Sexual Offenders, and TN Registry of Abuse.

Manager of Engagement & Partnerships

Department: Statewide Supports (Educator Preparation)

Classification (Payroll Title): EDUC CON 4

Position Number: 71361

Reports to: Sr. Director of Educator Preparation

Anticipated Salary Range: $75,000

Last Revised Date: September 29, 2022

Location Notes: Nashville/Remote

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live. · Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. · Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary:

The Manager of Engagement and Partnerships will work closely with the Educator Preparation (ELP) Team to ensure that the Tennessee Department of Education provides effective communication to all Tennessee-approved educator preparation providers regarding policies and procedures related to the approval process and continuous improvement. In addition, this individual will facilitate and support aspects of the approval process, including comprehensive reviews, annual report interim reviews, and comprehensive review action plans and progress monitoring. Finally, this individual will support the development of relationships among educator preparation providers (EPP), local education agencies (LEA) and other key stakeholders. Establishing networks among these stakeholders will be a key component in our efforts to support the continuous improvement of educator preparation so that new educators are prepared to be effective when they enter the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
Experience: At least [4] years of experience equivalent to four years of full-time professional education, instructional, or supervisory/administrative work.

Essential Functions

Partnerships: Manage and support new and existing EPPs and LEAs to create or enhance partnership agreements in the areas of teacher and instructional leader preparation.
Engagement: Support needs-based, partnership initiatives through the facilitation of statewide working groups focused on improving educator preparation, including:
- the Educator Preparation Working Group (EPWG),
- the Collaboration for Effective Educator Development, Accountability, and Reform (CEEDAR), and
- topic-specific working groups (TACTE, ECE/SPED advisory group, TN Literacy Success Act), by generating and analyzing feedback and creating actionable next steps towards continuous improvement.
Comprehensive Reviews: Manage the implementation of the educator preparation provider state approval process and the CAEP/state joint process for the EPPs participating in comprehensive reviews, with all reviews resulting in an approval recommendation to the SBE and outcome data that will support EPP continuous improvement efforts.
Continuous Improvement: Manage the EPP continuous improvement processes including annual report interim reviews and comprehensive review action plans and progress monitoring, to ensure all are reviewed in accordance with policy timelines and are aligned to high expectations anchored in the CAEP standards and SBE policy and rule requirements.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong knowledge of the CAEP and Tennessee comprehensive review process
Working knowledge of SBE policy and rule requirements
Demonstration of developing strong partnerships
Strong data collection and analysis skills
Strong technical skills for developing materials, surveys, and presentations and providing technical assistance
Strong communication skills, including strong writing and speaking abilities
Experience managing and developing processes to ensure efficient, accurate and consistent communication with stakeholders
Effective project management skills
Education policy and program experience at the district, state and/or federal level, preferred
Excellent work ethic, initiative and high standards for self and employees; ability to manage towards ambitious organizational goals
Strong personal presence and communication skills necessary to interact and develop relationships with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders
Innovative and strategic thinking skills; a solution-oriented disposition

Supervisory Responsibility

Not Applicable

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel

5-10%

Other Duties

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Justin.Barker@tn.gov.

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243

Staff Attorney

Department: Office of General Counsel

Classification (Payroll Title): Staff Attorney

Position Number: 01005771

Reports to: Shaundraya Hersey, Assistant General Counsel for Civil Rights

Anticipated Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Last Revised Date: February 7, 2023

Location Notes: Tennessee Department of Education, 710 James Robertson Parkway Nashville, TN 37243 (currently remote)

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Priorities: Academics: All Tennessee students will have access to a high-quality education, no matter where they live.

Student Readiness: Tennessee public schools will be equipped to serve the academic and non-academic needs of all students. ·

Educators: Tennessee will set a new path for the education profession and be the top state to become and remain a teacher and leader.

Position Summary: This staff attorney position performs all functions necessary to aid in accomplishing the goals of the office of general counsel. Areas of focus are civil rights and human resources. This position is responsible for conducting civil rights and human resources investigations and performing research for the resolution of education legal issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, Juris Doctorate, and license to practice law in Tennessee

· At least one (1) year of experience in legal practice, including experience with special education law.

Essential Functions

1. Provide legal advice and support to department program staff to ensure compliance with state and federal education law.

2. Respond to legal inquiries, concerns, and requests for technical assistance from parents, advocacy groups, school districts, and other key stakeholders.

3. Serve as the lead attorney in the department’s open records request process.

4. Provide in-person or virtual trainings on education law to school districts, as well as at education related conferences.

5. Develop educational resources and written materials for parents, school districts, and other key stakeholders regarding compliance with education law.

6. Interpret applicable law and conducting legal research and drafting memoranda aimed at ensuring the department and school districts compliance with education law as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Law and Government – Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

· Informing – Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs and feel good about being a member of the team; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information.

· Complex Problem Solving – Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, with an hour lunch break.

Travel
0-5% Travel Required

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Kristen.B.McKeever@tn.gov by March 31, 2023.

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

TCAP Logistics Coordinator

Department: Office of Districts and Schools/Accountability and Assessment

Classification (Payroll Title): ED CON 3

Position Number: 01004784

Reports to: Denette Kolbe

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary for this position is $65.000 to $75,000 yearly in addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included

Last Revised Date: 2/2/2023

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Position Summary: The TCAP Logistics Manager oversees the logistics of the paper-based tests (PBT) and computer-based tests (CBT) for the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) including but not limited to grades 3-8, grade 2, high school end-of-course exams, and alternate assessments for grades 2, 3-11. Ownership of this position includes, but is not limited to, all deliverables (e.g., tracking, reviewing, editing, student provisioning, Non-public schools’ oversight, administrative platforms, documentation of procedures and processes, etc.) associated with the logistics of the state assessment to ensure efficient operation of the PBT and CBT. The role will have a variety of tasks and responsibilities related to communications, management, and oversight with the ability to multi-task, while maintaining complex schedules, deadlines, and support. The ideal candidate for this job is resourceful, a good problem solver, detailed oriented, and very organized. This position contributes to the Best for All strategic plan by ensuring a high-quality, smooth administration with accurate results for all students.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of Masters’ degree from accredited university required
A minimum of five years’ experience as an educator or in a leadership position associated with Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP)
Understanding of the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program preferred
Understanding of Education Information System (EIS) and TCAP Visibility Tool preferred
Essential Functions
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in writing and orally
Manage workflow daily, ensuring deadlines are met and work in completed with high-
quality and accuracy
Detailed oriented and comfortable, flexible working in a fast-paced office environment
Superior organization skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner
Ability to analyze and revise operating practices to improve efficiency

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Customer Focus: A tendency to consistently consider the needs of internal and external customer, to provide service at a high level of quality, and to evaluate customer satisfaction
Communication: Can communicate in a clear, compelling manner both in writing and orally
Organization: Creates and maintains project management systems to ensure that all pieces of projects are accounted for including goals, benchmarks, and metrics.
Detailed Oriented: Can manage both the larger and smaller details of coordinating work – particularly with internal and external stakeholders while balancing multiple projects and deadlines and the ability to effectively complete assignments with a high-volume workload.
Relationship Builder: Prioritizes connecting with stakeholders to create high performing relationships built on trust and clear communications.
Strong Work Ethic: Takes pride in individual ownership of work, maintaining high expectations and timely delivery.
Previous Work Experience: Prior experience in training, data analysis, administering assessments, minimum building level testing coordinator and use of data files.

Work Environment:

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel:

Some travel is required for this role at this time.

Other Duties:

To Apply:

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Denette Kolbe, Senior Director of Assessment Logistics, Denette.Kolbe@tn.gov

Tennessee Department of Education also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

TSB Principal

Position: School Principal

(Application packet must be received by January 20, 2023 for full consideration)

Location: Tennessee School for the Blind

115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

Broad Scope of the Position:

Tennessee School for the Blind, a preK-12 state special school, is looking to hire a principal to lead a committed and passionate instructional department. The selected candidate will have proven successful experience as an educator and leader, and preference will be given to those candidates who possess a comprehensive understanding of the laws, regulations, and requirements for educating students with low-incidence and complex/multiple disabilities. A strong background in curriculum and instruction is required and building level leadership, including experience evaluating teacher performance, is preferred. Candidates should be able to demonstrate their ability to lead and unify a large staff through effective communication, transparency, staff empowerment, and building trusting professional relationships. The next principal at TSB will be a strong instructional leader who is able to advocate for the educational needs of our blind and visually impaired students, while also cultivating a positive climate and culture through teamwork, respect, and an unwavering commitment to staff and student success.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

· Lead teachers in developing a healthy school culture aligned with the mission, vision, and values of the school. Create a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students, and families.

· Set and unify staff around rigorous standards for student achievement. Ensure all students attain the highest level of individual achievement and independence as appropriate.

· Develop and maintain programs that instruct students in all areas of the Core and Expanded Core Curriculum. Work with teachers to improve their teaching practice through coaching, professional development, modeling, and collaborative planning.

· Oversee school participation in state testing. Participate in vetting state tests to ensure accessibility for blind/visually impaired students.

· Recruit, select, and hire high-quality school staff, including teachers and school-based support staff. Perform fair and timely staff evaluations using the TEAM model.

· Provide parent support and consultation; participate in parent-focused activities, etc. Serve as liaison between teachers, parents, and the community.

· Ensure instructional department communicates and works effectively with all other departments.

· Serve as a team member on the School Leadership Team.

· Participate in departmental, school, and instructional meetings as required.

· Participate in activities related to professional development and training/workshops as appropriate.

· Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

· Master’s degree or higher in education from an accredited college or university.

· Must hold or be eligible for administrative licensure in the state of Tennessee.

· 5+ years teaching experience.

· 2+ years proven leadership experience.

· Strong background in curriculum and instruction.

· Certified or willing to become certified as a TVI within 3 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Endorsement/experience in teaching children with visual impairments.

· Endorsement/experience in teaching special education, specifically students with multiple disabilities.

· Strong understanding of the IEP process and SPED laws and regulations.

· Strong understanding of related services and their role in the education of students with visual impairments/multiple disabilities.

· Building level administration experience.

· Experience evaluating teacher performance.

· Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children and adults from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Desired Characteristics:

· Communicate effectively as demonstrated by timely correspondence, clear/consistent directives, and an overarching attitude of respect, positivity, and growth.

· Lead with a high-level of professional integrity and honesty. Display transparency and rational in decision-making as much as possible.

· Empower teachers, related service providers, and support staff with responsibility, direction, and accountability of instruction.

· Demonstrate humility and empathy by understanding and engaging with faculty, staff, and a diverse student body on an individualized basis.

· Cultivate strong professional relationships with all stakeholders.

· Possess high level organizational, planning, and time management skills.

· Establish a strong vision for the instructional department and set realistic and attainable goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Comprehensive knowledge of special education principles, practices and procedures, including developing and writing IEP’s and performing appropriate teaching techniques.

· Knowledge of and ability to apply current standards-based educational practices associated with children who are visually impaired to a variety of settings.

· General knowledge of visual impairment, including causes, manifestations, and adaptations.

· Demonstrates knowledge / skill in the areas of:

· School leadership,

· Task analysis,

· Expanded Core Curriculum instruction and implementation appropriate to a residential setting,

· Behavior management, and

· Department level planning.

· General knowledge of medical disorders such as seizures or restrictions; alternate modes of communication; feeding technique and orthopedic impairment/handling and positioning.

· Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting.

· Strong, positive interpersonal skills.

Conditions of Employment:

• Selected applicant must verify experience/highest degree held.

• Direct deposit of paycheck on a 12-month schedule is required.

• TSB is a non-smoking facility in its entirety.

• Selected applicant must comply with the State of Tennessee Employee Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and other policies.

• As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.

• Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a TBI/FBI background check, to include Tennessee and Federal criminal history checks, child abuse records, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.

How To Apply: (Application packet must be received by January 20, 2023 for full consideration)

To apply for the Principal position, please submit a complete application packet to include the following items:

· Letter of Interest

· Current Resume

· One-page Leadership Philosophy statement

· Three or more recent Letters of Recommendation, with signature

· Copy of Educator/Administrator Certification

· Unofficial Copies of All Transcripts*

*An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this announcement.

Please submit requested materials to (email preferred):

Kim Stein, Director of Human Resources

Tennessee School for the Blind

115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

E-mail: Kim.Stein@tsbtigers.org

Candidates with disabilities who require special accommodations or alternative communication formats should contact the Superintendent’s Office at (615) 231-7316 no later than five days prior to their scheduled interview to facilitate reasonable accommodations. The State of Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer; Discrimination on the Basis of Age (Over 40), Race, Sex, Color, Religion, National Origin, Disabling Condition or any other Non-Merit Factor is Prohibited.

TSDK - Administrative Assistant 3 - Superintendent's Office

Description: The Administrative Service Assistant is a support role for district-level leadership. This role is responsible for managing and disseminating information, organizing and scheduling meetings, note- taking during meetings, supporting directors and employees, completing clerical tasks, and assisting in the daily operation of the office. The preferred candidate will have strong computer skills, the ability to communicate in American Sign Language, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Three years of experience in an administrative support position.

• A minimum of three years of experience with students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing is preferred.

• A valid State of Tennessee driver’s license is required, including a clean driving record, when driving on campus whether in a personal car or state vehicle.

• SLPI: ASL rating of advanced required; SLPI: Sign Language (ASL) sign classes and skill development support available for selected qualified applicants who do not meet the rating level.

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month position

Salary: State of Tennessee Salary Grade K - $3,958 monthly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of office.

• Answers phone calls, schedules meetings, supports visitors, responds to requests from both on and off-campus stakeholders.

• Manages travel arrangements for senior staff, to include booking flights, hotels, reserving state vehicle, etc.

• Completes clerical duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, and organizing.

• Exhibits professionalism in communication with stakeholders.

• Supports District Leadership Team with administrative duties.

• Maintains supply inventory and orders new supplies when necessary.

• Acts as department timekeeper.

• Manages record-keeping related to budget, leave requests, etc.

• Preferred candidate will be able to communicate fluently through American Sign Language

Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement pension, 401(k) match, employee assistance program, personal and sick leave (PTO) and more. A full listing of employee benefits can be found here: Benefits Link

The applicant selected for this position must complete full background checks including fingerprinting.

Background checks will be completed through TBI, FBI, DCS, TN Registry of Sexual Offenders, and TN Registry of Abuse.

*Apply Online* (Required)

TSDK Building Maintenance Worker 2

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Experience equivalent to three years of full-time increasingly skilled labor and trade

• Preferred certification in electrical or plumbing

• Valid Driver’s License

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, Executive Service 12-Month Position Starting Minimum Salary - $3,150/Month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs a variety of carpentry task in the construction and maintenance of buildings.

• Installs and repairs electrical outlets, circuits, switches, fans, and lighting fixtures.

• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, water and drainage lines, and sewage disposal fields and plants.

• Paints and decorates interiors and exteriors of buildings.

• Makes repairs and adjustments to laundry, heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning units.

• Operates and utilizes a wide variety of tools and equipment such as assorted hand tools, table saws, skill saws, hand drills, drill presses, pipe cutters, pipe threaders, welding torches, cutting torches, and voltage testers; may operate a pick-up truck or other vehicle in getting to and from the job.

• Follows safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment as necessary.

• Performs grounds duties and/or custodial duties as required by supervisor.

• May keep simple records and make routine reports such as time expended, and materials used.

• May provide training to other staff as necessary.

• As part of your duties, you may be required to mentor a TSD student in the TSD Work Based Learning Program.

Benefits:

*Apply Online* (Required)

Pursuant to the State of Tennessee's policy of non-discrimination, the Tennessee School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military services in its policies, or in the admission of, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs, services, or activities.

TSDK - Custodial Worker 2

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must have at least one(1) year of custodial work experience.

• Valid Driver’s License

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, Executive Service 12-Month Position Starting Minimum Salary - $2,292 Month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Serves as a lead custodian with leadership tasks assigned by supervisor.

• Operates and/or utilizes a variety of custodial related tools and equipment, including floor washing machines, buffers, and vacuums.

• Performing General Physical Activities: Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes and buffs floors by hand or by machine.

• Cleans restrooms by sanitizing showers, toilets, cleaning sinks, washing floors and walls, cleaning mirrors, and emptying trash.

• Cleans offices, classrooms, or other facilities by dusting furniture, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, washing walls and windows, emptying trash, and straightening work areas.

• Polices grounds to pick up trash and check for any other needed maintenance.

• May keep simple records and makes routine reports of facility deficiencies and materials needed to accomplish work.

• Performs light maintenance of equipment utilized.

• Trains new custodial workers.

Benefits:

*Apply Online* (Required)

TSDK- SS Security Guard

Description:

Security guards perform a variety of duties in support of school safety, visitor management, and campus security.

Qualifications:

•High school diploma or GED required, additional postsecondary training insecurity or law enforcement preferred

•Valid Tennessee Driver’s License

•SLPI:ASL rating of Survival Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) signclasses and skill development support available for selected qualified applicantswho do not meet the rating level.

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month employee

Salary: State of TN Salary Grade 018 – 2,450.00 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

•Monitors alarms, cameras, and campus access

•Conducts patrols on foot and in vehicles

•Must be able to conduct patrol on foot and able to remain in one location or position forextended periods of time

•Capable of maintaining order in stressful, dangerous situations

•Able to communicate clearly and able to respond to emergency personnel

*Apply Online* (Required)

TSDK- Staff Interpreter (American Sign Language)

Description: The staff interpreter at TSD will provide interpreting services to students, staff, families, and others.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• RID certification (CI, CT, CI/CT, NIC, CDI, etc.) or Tennessee Educational Interpreter License required

• Strong fluency in interpreting voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice in academic settings preferred (*note: voice-to-sign not required for CDI candidates)

• Ability to interpret for Deaf professionals in academic settings

• Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf Culture required

• SLPI:ASL rating of Advanced or above required; SLPI:ASL rating of Intermediate Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) sign classes and skill development support available for selected qualified applicants who do not meet the rating level

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month employee

Salary: State of TN Salary Grade M - $4975 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as an interpreter for students, staff, families and other visitors

• Interpret student IEP meetings

• Interpret other meetings as needed (in-service trainings and workshops)

• Support statewide outreach efforts to K-12 educational interpreters

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse population

• Time management skills in scheduling events and meetings

• Ability to prioritize requested services

• Comfortable working with young students and adults

• Ability to provide outreach, training, and support to K-12 educational interpreters in the state

*Apply Online* (Required)

WTSD - Security Guard

Description: Security guards perform a variety of duties in support of school safety, visitor management, and campus security.

Qualifications:

•High school diploma or GED required, additional postsecondary training insecurity or law enforcement preferred

•Valid Tennessee Driver’s License

•SLPI:ASL rating of Survival Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) signclasses and skill development support available for selected qualified applicantswho do not meet the rating level.

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month employee

Salary: TSD Salary Grade 801 – 2,450 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

•Monitors alarms, cameras, and campus access

•Conducts patrols on foot and in vehicles

•Must be able to conduct patrol on foot and able to remain in one location or position forextended periods of time

•Capable of maintaining order in stressful, dangerous situations

•Able to communicate clearly and able to respond to emergency personnel

•Must be willing to learn American Sign Language as defined by 5.9000 School LanguagePolicy as demonstrated by the Sign Language Proficiency Interview.

*Apply Online* (Required)