Dean of Instruction (11 Months) (2025-2026)

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools • Nashville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Dean Instruction Job Code: 80095 Job Family/Function: 67 - Education Administration Professionals\School Leadership FLSA: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher Pay Grade: MNPS.221_ Duration (days/year): 201/221 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 Assist in observing and recording teacher performance and providing high quality feedback on performance to teachers. What you will do Support the principal in evaluating teachers in the building by conducting observations, recording ratings and comments, and providing feedback to teachers. Support fidelity and completion of evaluation by in-school administrative team through norming sessions, documentation reviews, and calibration walkthroughs. Record accurate ratings and comments in TOWER and CODE in a timely manner. Provide high-quality, clear feedback to teachers in pre- and post-conferences. Maintain state evaluation certification, including attending Tennessee Department of Education TEAM certification training if needed. Understand and be able to communicate TVAAS and TEAM weights and calculations. 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.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in educational administration, guidance, counseling or related field
• Tennessee Teachers license Required
• Meets the requirements to or has obtained an TN administrator license

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with urban school students

Responsibilities

• Assist in observing and recording teacher performance and providing high quality feedback on performance to teachers.
• Support the principal in evaluating teachers in the building by conducting observations, recording ratings and comments, and providing feedback to teachers.
• Support fidelity and completion of evaluation by in-school administrative team through norming sessions, documentation reviews, and calibration walkthroughs.
• Record accurate ratings and comments in TOWER and CODE in a timely manner.
• Provide high-quality, clear feedback to teachers in pre- and post-conferences.
• Maintain state evaluation certification, including attending Tennessee Department of Education TEAM certification training if needed.
• Understand and be able to communicate TVAAS and TEAM weights and calculations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees