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.

Explore Full-Time Teaching Positions in Tennessee

If you're interested in pursuing a full-time teaching career, the Tennessee Teacher Job Search Platform offers a comprehensive, up-to-date directory of teaching jobs across the state.

Explore Tennessee Teaching Jobs Now

Data Use Analyst and Coordinator

Department: Office of the Chief Program Officer

Classification (Payroll Title): Ed Con 4

Position Number: 01002323

To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Michelle.Moon@tn.gov

Reports to: Senior Director of Data Use

Anticipated Salary: The anticipated annual salary for this position is $83,000 to $85,000. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Location Notes: This position will work primarily from a home residence pursuant to the Department’s Alternative Workplace Solutions policy. Occasional in-person days will be required at the office address listed below:

Tennessee Department of Education

Andrew Johnson Tower

710 James Robertson Parkway

Nashville, TN 37243

Position Description: The Data Use Analyst and Coordinator supports the Data Use Team in conducting essential data support activities to facilitate the department’s data-driven decision-making process. With guidance from the Senior Director of Data Use and Senior Data Analyst, the individual will be responsible for maintaining the critical data assets of the Data Use Team and conducting in-depth exploratory analyses of any novel datasets as assigned. In addition, the individual will fulfill various data requests the department receives and contribute to providing data support to program teams as requested. The Data Use Analyst and Coordinator will also help ensure seamless team logistics and operations by coordinating the data request process. The department is seeking an individual who is skilled in data analytics and statistical programming, as well as passionate about learning and implementing best practices for data project coordination.

Essential Functions:

· Data Analysis and Support: Conduct in-depth exploratory analyses of assigned datasets from various data sources to identify potential data quality issues and calculate basic summary statistics. Present the findings of these analyses to the team. In addition, conduct requested data cleaning required to support the ongoing work of the Data Use Team by collaborating with appropriate team members. Establish and maintain detailed documentation on data cleaning protocols and relevant business rules.

· Data Requests Coordination: Support the Senior Director of Data Use in coordinating the department’s data requests process. Monitor the department’s data management inbox to respond to inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders in a timely manner.

· Data Requests: Fulfill both internal and external data requests in a timely and accurate manner. Provide other data support to program teams across the department as assigned.

· Other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Education and Knowledge:

· Master’s degree in Education, Economics, Statistics, or relevant field with minimum of 4 or 5 years of experience in data analyses to complete moderately complex tasks and exposure to project coordination; OR Ph.D. degree in Education, Economics, Statistics, or relevant field with minimum of 2 years of experience in data analyses to complete moderately complex tasks and exposure to project coordination is required

· Experience in complex data cleaning, transformations, analytics, and visualizations using R and/or Python is required. Years required for each educational qualification is listed above.

· Experience in interacting with data systems using SQL

· Experience in data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau

· Familiarity with task management tools such as Microsoft Planner

· Familiarity with task automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate

· Prior experience in project management is a plus

Skills and Abilities

· Strong organizational skills to keep track of ongoing data requests across the department at all times

· Strong independent problem-solving skills

· Strong ability to identify, debrief, and resolve data quality issues

· Ability to adapt quickly to change in project scope/requirements

· Technical writing skills, including business rules documentation, reports, and presentations

· Passion and aptitude for learning new analytics and project management tools as required

· Proven working experience in data analytics using R and/or Python

· Ability to set and meet deadlines, as well as balance multiple competing priorities

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Great accuracy and attention to detail

· Ability to effectively collaborate with members across multiple teams to resolve issues

· Passion for continuous improvement

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

Salary: Salary is based on State Special Schools Salary Scale

Reports to: Building Principal

Location Notes: This is an in-person position at the address below:

Tennessee School for the Blind

115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

General Description:

The role of the ESL was created to assist in the teaching process, including supervising students in the classroom and other designated areas, creating lesson plans, delivering instruction, collaborating with colleagues, and addressing inquiries from students, parents, and guardians regarding the curriculum and student development. This job reports to the building Principal.

Minimum Qualification

· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with certification as specified by state and federal standards for the teaching position held. master’s degree is preferred.

· Requires a TN teacher license as a Teacher of the Visually Impaired. If no current Visually Impaired certification must be willing to obtain one, beginning an approved program within the first two years of employment.)

· Must have or be willing to obtain ESL endorsement within a specified period.

· Tennessee Teaching Endorsements: 490, 461,462

· Experience working with wide range of students with visual impairments, including students with different visual impairments, additional disabilities, and complex learning needs preferred.

· Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience preferred.

· Experience working with wide range of students with visual impairments, including students with different visual impairments, additional disabilities, and complex learning needs. Preferred not required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Creates and administers assessments tailored to specific subjects to evaluate students' skills and knowledge levels, as well as to customize personalized learning strategies.

· Develops a curriculum in the classroom setting that encourages students' future development and gives them opportunities for growth.

· Informs parents or legal guardians about the progress of their child, provides expectations, discusses the student's accomplishments, and suggests ways to support or enhance academic goals at home.

· Evaluates student advancement toward specified objectives, expectations, and/or goals to give feedback to students, parents, and administration.

· Works with teachers, school staff, parents, and community resources to enhance student success, meet classroom goals, and contribute to the school's improvement plan.

· Advise students to help them enhance their performance, well-being, problem-solving skills, and address various personal concerns.

· Tailors’ instruction to accommodate the varying needs of students to create a successful program that aligns with district standards.

· Guides students to enhance their academic performance with a specific curriculum.

· Ensures student conduct to create a secure and effective learning atmosphere.

· Observes students in different educational settings such as classrooms, school grounds, and field trips to ensure a safe and supportive learning atmosphere.

· Attends various meetings and professional development events to exchange and/or gather necessary information for carrying out job responsibilities.

· Creates different types of written documents (such as grades, lesson plans that follow a specific order, communication with parents and students, exams, quizzes, attendance records, and notes) to track student development and fulfill necessary guidelines.

· Records incidents such as fights, possible child abuse, potential substance abuse, harassment, and zero tolerance violations to ensure the safety of students, promote a positive learning environment, and follow state laws and school board policies.

· Reacting to urgent situations to address immediate safety issues and/or guiding individuals to the appropriate personnel for assistance.

· Answers questions from different individuals (such as other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff) to address problems, offer information, or give guidance.

· Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.

· Supports other classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Skills

· Basic verbal and written communication skills to complex ideas and concepts to students.

· Manage classroom behavior, maintain a positive and respectful learning environment, and ensure student safety.

· Prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain accurate records and reports.

· Familiarity with educational technology, including learning management systems, online resources, and digital tools.

· Work with colleagues, administrators, and parents to support student learning and achieve school goals.

· Basic skills to arrange plans for activities, meetings, or events and collect, organize, and categorize information.

Knowledge

· Basic knowledge on how to perform simple arithmetic operations, such as working with fractions, percentages, and ratios.

· Basic knowledge on interpreting technical data, writing diverse documents, and leading group conversations.

Ability

· Basic ability to build relationships with students, colleagues, and parents, and to provide individualized support and feedback.

· Basic ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and adapt to changing circumstances.

· Advanced ability to understand and interpret codes, policies, regulations, and laws, age-appropriate activities, lesson planning, child development stages, and behavior management techniques.

· Intermediate ability to operate necessary tools and machinery for work tasks.

· Basic ability to collaborate with others in various situations, interpreting data through specific yet varied methods, and using standardized procedures to operate equipment.

· Intermediate problem-solving ability.

· Basic ability to build and maintain relationships.

· Basic ability to work flexible hours and adapt to shifting work demands.

· Basic ability to demonstrate tact and patience.

· Intermediate ability to keep information confidential.

· Basic ability to interact with a variety of people and/or teams, handle different types of data for various purposes, and use specialized equipment related to the job.

Additional Information:

• Selected applicants 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.

• The 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.

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 & State Employee Discounts (tn.gov)

How To Apply:

State of Tennessee Employment Application (see TSB Career Opportunities webpage)

The following documents may be brought or mailed to TSB, as well as submitted via email to:

Andreanita Gordon, Principal

Tennessee School for the Blind

115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

E-mail: andreanita.gordon@tsbtigers.org

Required documents:

· Letter of Interest

· Current Resume

· 3 Professional References (Minimum 1 from a direct supervisor)

· Copy of Educator License

· 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.

Candidates with disabilities who require special accommodation or alternative communication formats should contact the Principal’s Office at (615) 231-7326 no later than five days prior to their scheduled interview to facilitate reasonable accommodation. 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.

Manger of Early Childhood Special Education

Department: Education

Classification (Payroll Title): EC3

Position Number: 00017196

Reports to: Misty Moody

Last Revised Date: 8/5/2024

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Misty Moody, Assistant Commissioner of Early Learning, Misty.Moody@tn.gov .

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $4,973.00-$7,955.00 per month. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Tennessee Department of Education
Andrew Johnson Tower
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243

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 Early Childhood Special Education Programs is responsible for supporting the priorities of the TDOE, the Office of Academics and the Early Learning Division. This leadership position within the Early Learning Division is charged with oversight of IDEA 619 classrooms and management of contractors. In addition, the director position will manage the quality tools and resources with varying levels of complexity within the Special Education Framework to support stakeholders across Tennessee to support students with disabilities. The individual will ensure that young children with disabilities, ages 3-5-years-old, are meaningfully engaging in high-quality learning experiences with the individualized supports needed to ensure they are equitably accessing early learning opportunities.

· Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree 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

· Promote greater awareness, develop training content, provide technical assistance, and increase accountability to ensure children ages 3-5 are increasingly enrolled in inclusive environments (6%)

· Collaborate with the Special Populations Division for the alignment of professional development activities (6%)

· Track budget expenditures to the extent possible with available budget information to guide spending decisions for each year’s state allocation (2%)

· Direct the IDEA preschool discretionary grant proposal process including facilitating the review and scoring process with regional preschool consultant, communicating with school districts, managing revisions, making award and denial determinations, and utilize a tracking system (7%)

· Promote professional development activities and growth among Early Learning childcare and support specialists and contractors to enhance knowledge and expertise to better support training development and technical assistance for local education agencies focused on improved student outcomes (5%)

· Maintain regular communication with Early Childhood Special Education Contractors through conference calls and face-to-face meetings to coordinate activities and continuity of service (7%)

· Work with the part b data manager to update State Performance Plan (SPP)/Annual Performance Report (APR) information as required by federal Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) (3%)

· Manage the overall IDEA 619 work to complete the State Strategic Plan activities specific to 619 preschool (5%)

· Manage the Inclusion Cohort activities and work with the ECSE team to promote greater opportunities for inclusion of preschool children with an IEP in general education settings (5%)

· Support the TEIS Extended Option planning, guidance, and implementation. (7%)

· Support educator preparation by reviewing and providing feedback on program content for educator prep provider proposal submissions for the new integrated early childhood endorsements. (3%)

· Collaborate with early childhood contract partners to plan engaging training content for the Early Childhood Access for ALL summer inclusion district team’s summit. (7%)

· Facilitate Early Childhood Access for ALL contract activities including, observation, coaching, communities of practice, and technical assistance, to promote increasing inclusion and improved classroom quality. (7%)

· Manage the AnLar preschool training and technical assistance contract for districts, as well as other internal and external stakeholders, in early childhood special education. Provide content review, feedback, and support to promote alignment of high-quality materials. (8%)

· Provide partnership support by participating in activities such as the state advisory council, state interagency coordinating council meeting, SPED supervisor’s meetings, etc. (6%)

· Respond to calls and other communications from families, other early childhood professionals, LEAs, and the public regarding ECSE preschool programs and services. (10%)

· Provide support for the development and implementation of instructionally appropriate Individual Educational Plans (IEP’s). (1%)

· In coordination with the state Voluntary Pre-K (VPK) and Head Start, provide feedback and support to LEAs (Local Education Agencies) to promote collaboration and inclusion expectations for VPK and Head Start programs. (3%)

· Consult federal and state laws, ECSE related memorandums, and other special education related legal guidance documents, and coordinate with the Special Education General Counsel as needed when working with LEAs and families to promote best practices. (2%)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

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.
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
Monitoring: Assesses self, other individuals, and the development of the work to make improvements and take corrective action

Supervisory Responsibility

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The position will work remotely from a home office environment with only occasional in-person office days.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, 12-month/year position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with an hour lunch break.

Travel
This position is expected to travel a minimum of 1x month.

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: Misty Moody, Assistant Commissioner of Early Learning, Misty.Moody@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 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 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

Procurement Officer 2

Last day to apply	11/04/2024 11:59PM Central Time
Salary (Monthly)	$4,017.00 - $5,028.00
Salary (Annually)	$48,204.00 - $60,336.00
Job Type	Full-Time
City, State Location	Nashville, TN
Department	Education

To apply go to : https://stateoftn-careers.ttcportals.com/search/agency/education/jobs Search for Job posting ID #64192

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, ADMINISTRATION DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and one year of specialized experience at the level of Procurement Officer 1.

Graduation from an accredited college with an associate degree and three years of increasingly responsible procurement related work including one year of specialized experience at the level of Procurement Officer 1.

Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and five years of increasingly responsible procurement related work including one year of specialized experience at the level of Procurement Officer 1.

Substitution of Experience for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional course work from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, there being no substitution for the required one year of specialized experience at the level of Procurement Officer 1.

Necessary Special Qualifications: None.

Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for procurement work of considerable difficulty; performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Features: This is the highest class in the Procurement Officer sub-series. An employee in this class has supervisory responsibility for purchasing, issuing, and storing materials, supplies, and equipment. This class differs from that of Procurement Officer 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for work of lesser scope and complexity.

Responsibilities

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards:

1. Analyzes all purchases to ensure they meet all departmental, state and federal guidelines and justifies purchases through documentation.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates:

1. Assigns, trains, supervises, and evaluates the work of others.

Interacting With Computers:

1. Writes product specifications for use in bidding competitively with vendors for supplies, equipment, and services.

2. Prepares requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment for state government use.

3. Conducts research in order to locate vendors and make product comparisons.

4. Proficiently uses Microsoft Office applications to document orders and communicate with others.

5. Manages time and leave for subordinates and self.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others:

1. Communicates with vendors and staff to resolve discrepancies, disputes and grievances.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems:

1. Locates or identifies ordering errors and chooses the best solution to address the issue.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings:

1. Prepares service contracts and screens purchase orders for accuracy and proper justification.

2. Receives supplies and follows up on late shipments with suppliers to determine causes.

3. Monitors payments and invoices to ensure vendors receive payment as per payment terms.

Analyzing Data or Information:

1. Analyzes all purchases to find more cost-efficient options.

Communicating with Persons outside the Organization:

1. Contacts vendors for required information, documentation, and procedures and serves as a liaison between the department, General Services, and vendors.

2. Contacts vendors to solicit bids for purchases of supplies and equipment.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources:

1. Communicates with the fiscal division for accounting purposes and maintains purchase records for inventory control.

Documenting/Recording Information:

1. Prepares a variety of records and reports such as letters to vendors, purchase orders, service contracts, and other operating records and reports.

2. Maintains current and accurate inventories of supplies and equipment to ensure the best use of state resources and tags state property as needed.

Scheduling Work and Activities:

1. Prioritizes and follows through on assigned tasks to ensure the highest priority is completed first.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge:

1. Monitors all contract periods for updates and expirations in order to ensure correct procedures are followed.

2. Monitors agency term contracts so as to have a new requisition in place to ensure continuity of goods and services.

3. Keeps updated on policy changes and revisions as they occur.

4. Research catalogs, the internet and trade magazines for product specifications and price information in order to best allocate state resources.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships:

1. Establishes good working relationships and rapport with vendors.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates:

1. Continually communicates with staff throughout the state to ensure all areas of the procurement process are accurate and completed.

2. Attends trainings and meetings regularly in order to meet area goals.

Handling and Moving Objects:

1. Reviews orders and may be involved in the physical receiving of purchased items in order to ensure accuracy and condition of the shipment.

Performing General Physical Activities:

1. May be required to walk, stoop and lift supplies and carry to destination.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment:

1. Uses a state vehicle to conduct site visits, pick up purchases and attend training for procurement purposes.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Dealing with Ambiguity

2. Decision Quality

3. Problem Solving

4. Delegation

5. Directing Others

6. Informing

7. Organizing

8. Conflict Management

9. Written Communication

10. Approachability

11. Customer Focus

12. Ethics and Values

13. Listening

Knowledge:

1. Administration and Management

2. Clerical

3. Customer and Personal Service

4. Computers and Electronics

5. Education and Training

6. Basic knowledge of Accounting

7. Mathematics Skills:

1. Active Learning

2. Active Listening

3. Critical Thinking

4. Learning Strategies and Uses

5. Mathematics

6. Monitoring your performance and other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

7. Reading Comprehension

8. Communication Skills

9. Instructing

10. Negotiation

11. Persuasion

12. Quality Control Analysis

13. Computer Operation and Control

14. Equipment Selection- determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job

15. Complex Problem Solving

16. Troubleshooting

17. Judgment and Decision Making

18. Management of Material Resources

19. Time Management

Abilities:

1. Deductive Reasoning

2. Inductive Reasoning

3. Memorization - remembering information such as words, numbers, and procedures

4. Number Facility - adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing and calculating percentages

5. Information Ordering - arranging things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules

6. Oral Comprehension

7. Oral Expression

8. Time Sharing- shifting back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information

9. Written Comprehension

10. Selective Attention- concentrating on a task over a period of time without being distracted

11. Written Expression

12. Static Strength - lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects as required

13. Auditory Attention- focusing on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds

14. Speech Clarity- communicating clearly so that others can understand

15. Speech Recognition- identifying and understanding the speech of others

Tools & Equipment

1. Personal Computer

2. Multi-Function Printer

3. Telephone

4. Calculator

Special Education Teacher

Salary: Salary is based on State Special Schools Salary Scale

Reports to: Building Principal

Location Notes: This is an in-person position at the address below:

Tennessee School for the Blind

115 Stewarts Ferry Pike

Nashville, TN 37214

General Description:

The role of the Special Education Teacher was created to assist in the teaching process, including supervising students in the classroom and other designated areas, creating lesson plans, delivering instruction, collaborating with colleagues, and addressing inquiries from students, parents, and guardians regarding the curriculum and student development. This job reports to the building Principal.

Minimum Qualification

· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with certification as specified by state and federal standards for the teaching position held. master’s degree is preferred.

· Must have or be willing to obtain ESL endorsement within a specified period.

· Tennessee Teaching Endorsements: 461 or 462