1303027

Job Code:1303027
Job Family/Function:13 – Exempt Administrative Professionals\Administrative
FLSA:Exempt
Grade Ladder:MNPS Certificated Teacher
Pay Grade:MNPS.221_
Duration (days/year):221
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

MSAP Curriculum Specialist will be housed at a magnet school to create, coach and implement curriculum. In addition, this person is responsible for coaching, modeling, and providing professional development opportunities for teachers.

What you will do

Develop, coordinate, and implement a thematic curriculum that integrates the comprehensive school reform model and the magnet theme(s) into the curriculum scope and sequence.
Design and facilitate professional development experiences with project staff and partner providers.
Coordinate and/or provide staff development and training, including classroom demonstrations, for the implementation of the magnet theme(s) and comprehensive school reform model.
Follow a core set of standards about teaching and learning, ongoing professional development, and active team membership.
Participate in personal professional growth that leads toward the acquisition of new skills and knowledge related to magnet theme and comprehensive school reform model.
Attend required meetings, field experiences, workshops, and conferences.
Work with the Director of Magnet Schools, the school's principal, and other district staff to implement the MSAP program. In addition to, work with district level curriculum specialists to ensure the integration and coordination of the magnet theme(s) and the comprehensive school reform model with the district’s program.

Additional Requirements

May require specialist to be bilingual in English and Spanish, to pass a Spanish language proficiency screener, and to attend annual bilingual teacher trainings.

Education Qualifications

Master's Degree Preferred

Experience Qualifications

Five years' experience or knowledge of curriculum, adult learning theory, professional development best practices, grants, and curriculum development Required

Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of curriculum; as well as, possess technical knowledge and skills to operate computer, enter data, analyze and process information, that show evidence of effective decision-making skills and management skills; and evidence of enthusiasm, job tolerance, initiative and strong work standards for self and others.

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.

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