Exec Dir.Schools at Music City Center

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instructional Leadership, School Improvement Planning, Professional Development, Coaching, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Adult Learning, Performance Monitoring, Strategic Planning, Educational Technology, Master Scheduling, Equity Leadership

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

1902012 Job Code:1902012 Job Family/Function:19 – Executive Management\Executive Director FLSA:Exempt Grade Ladder:MNPS Certificated Administrative Pay Grade:MNPS.A1226_ Duration (days/year):260 Locations(s):Support Hub We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Job Summary At the direction of the Chief of Academics and Schools, and in collaboration with the academics department and other Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) staff, works to ensure quick, effective responses to local school needs related to instructional leadership, effective teaching and learning, operational needs, and student performance. Coaches, models, supports, and develops the capacity of principals to improve teaching and learning in schools through continuous improvement and the encouragement of innovative and effective instructional leadership. Aligns local school student performance goals with those of MNPS, ensuring that the needs of all significant stakeholders in schools are addressed. What you will do * Serves on the level-alike team and collaborates with members and other offices, using best practices (e.g. inquiry cycle, continuous improvement frameworks) to build a common understanding of school strengths and needs and to ensure resources and supports are meeting school needs through the use of a strong, viable school improvement plan. * Models effective leadership practices, including articulating a vision for effective instruction, utilizing time management strategies, prioritizing work, attending to one’s own professional growth and the development of instructional staff through reflection and critical analysis of practice. * Monitors school performance and analyzes student performance; works with cross-functional teams to assure effective and efficient operation of schools and addresses specific program needs and builds and strengthens relationships with directors in other offices to coordinate support for schools as needed. * Serves as lead support for a group of schools in their level-alike grouping. Conducts planning events with principals and teachers to assist them in establishing and meeting local school improvement objectives and provides coaching and support to principals. * Helps to design and lead professional learning opportunities for principals and school leadership teams to foster change in adult practice and accelerate student learning and performance. * Conducts observations of principals as part of the team evaluation system, giving input to district executive staff on principal evaluations. * Acts as a point of contact for parent concerns that come to the Office of Academics and Schools. Prepares a variety of report and correspondence; disseminates best practices to schools and communities and proposes ways to address performance challenges. * Serves as the representative of the Chief of Academics and Schools and the Director of Schools as requested and performs other related work as needed. Education Qualifications * Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with certification in supervision, administration, or curriculum development Required Experience Qualifications * Demonstrated system wide leadership experience and commitment to developing effective local school leadership Required Skills and Abilities * Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered. * Strong understanding of the school improvement planning process, leading for equity, leading high performing teams, and leading professional development. * Ability to lead and manage a large team of school system experts to provide prompt response to issues related to student performance. * Knowledge of adult learning and proven ability to provide effective professional development. * Thorough knowledge of the MNPS Professional Growth System including the application of the evaluation process and the leadership standards. * Demonstrated ability to motivate, support, coach, and supervise, and evaluate school system employees. * Thorough knowledge of building the capacity of school leaders for the purpose of improving program quality and instructional practices in closing the achievement gap. * Ability to develop principals and instructional leadership capacity through coaching. * Outstanding written and oral communication and analytical skills. * Ability to build partnerships among significant stakeholders. * Uses educational technologies that support teaching and learning and the monitoring of school progress. * Ability to use multiple sources of data to diagnose schools’ strengths and needs and provide differentiated support to schools. * Knowledge of effective master scheduling. * Knowledge and application of the MNPS Professional Growth Systems (PGS). At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals. Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation. Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known. Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day. Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Responsibilities

The Executive Director supports principals in improving teaching and learning through coaching, modeling, and continuous improvement frameworks. They align school performance goals with district objectives and coordinate resources to address instructional and operational needs.