Instructional Specialist (120 Day Retiree) (2025-2026) (.6 position) at Metro Nashville Public Schools

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

52048.58

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Literacy, Mathematics, Data Analysis, Professional Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Explicit Instruction, Systematic Instruction, Progress Monitoring, Formative Assessment, Intervention Curriculum, Multi-Tiered System of Support, Data-Based Decision-Making, Teaching Certification, Growth Mindset, Dyslexia Law Compliance

Industry

Education Management

Description

Spec Instructional Job Code: 83010 Job Family/Function: 13 - Exempt Administrative Professional\Administrative FLSA: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher Pay Grade: MNPS.201_ Duration (days/year): 201/260 Locations(s): School-Based 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 principal and in collaboration with the Department of MTSS, the role of the Instructional Specialist is to provide and facilitate skills-based literacy and/or math interventions and other academic supports for students in compliance with the TN RTI2 framework and implemented through the MNPS Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework. The Instructional Specialist collaborates regularly with other educators to utilize data-based decision-making to meet the needs of individual students. What you will do INSTRUCTION: Provides targeted skills-based literacy and/or math intervention to individuals and small groups of students using district-approved intervention curriculum and resources; Collaborates regularly with classroom teachers and other appropriate personnel to plan, implement, and adjust instruction along a continuum of increasing intensity based on student needs as identified through multiple sources of data, including ongoing assessment. ASSESSMENT: Serves on (and may lead) the School-wide Assessment Team to implement all steps of the MTSS Screening Process; Conducts regular progress monitoring in compliance with the state RTI2 framework and MNPS MTSS guidance and procedures; Conducts ongoing formative assessment for instruction DATA-BASED DECISION-MAKING: Participates in (and may co-facilitate) all MTSS Data Team meetings and other MTSS team meetings (MTSS Leadership Team, MTSS-B Team, S-Team) as needed; Collaborates with school and district staff to analyze and integrate multiple sources of data across the areas of literacy, math, SEL/behavior, and attendance to meet the needs of each learner. DATA COLLECTION & DOCUMENTATION: Collaborates with other school personnel to fulfill the requirements of the state RTII framework and the dyslexia law through the implementation of systems and processes for documentation (e.g. use of the RTI module in Infinite Campus), reporting (e.g., state reporting for dyslexia) , and communication with families (e.g., intervention placement and progress letters); Contributes to collaborative data-based decision-making through the maintenance and sharing of accurate and up-to-date records of students’ services and progress PROFESSSIONAL LEARNING: Attends regular, district-provided professional development sessions throughout the school year. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in education Required Experience Qualifications Experience in delivering skills-based literacy and/or math interventions Preferred Skills and Abilities Strong content knowledge in literacy and/or mathematics Ability to implement effective explicit, systematic instruction Data analysis skills; growth mindset Professional collaboration and problem-solving skills Licenses and Certifications Teaching Certification/License in TN Upon Hire Required Equivalency Starting At: $52,048.58 Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here. 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.

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Responsibilities

The Instructional Specialist provides targeted skills-based literacy and/or math interventions to students and collaborates with educators to adjust instruction based on student needs. They also participate in data team meetings to analyze student data and contribute to decision-making processes.