.5 FTE - Family Involvement School Specialist - Apollo MS (2026-2027)
Music City Center, Nashville, TN, United States
Job Description
1303002
Job Code:
1303002
Job Family/Function:
13 – Exempt Administrative Professionals\Administrative
FLSA:
Exempt
Grade Ladder:
MNPS Support Salaried
Pay Grade:
MNPS.SCH012-S
Duration (days/year):
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
Serves one school by coordinating assistance to students and their families to enhance or improve the student's learning experience. Serves on special projects and committees to provide input on barriers to success in engagement. This is a 10, 11, or 12-month position.
What you will do
Coordinates assistance to families and students as determined by school leadership.
Develops and provides high quality training sessions and workshops to families based on needs assessments and goals of the school and District.
Conducts surveys and gathers data used to strengthen parent-school partnerships. Monitors the implementation of best practices to help remove barriers to increase success in parent and community engagement.
Participates in meetings/trainings with Support Services to establish best practices and implement research based strategies in community engagement and/or family engagement.
Organizes and facilitates meetings and other parent/leadership school activities.
Meets regularly with school staff and leadership to share expertise; links academic goals with family programs; coordinates events and opportunities; and establishes and maintains communications between families, community partners, schools, and other MNPS departments about events, programs, classes, and opportunities.
Collects documentation to insure Federal compliance. Works closely with ESEA program specialists to promote family and community programs.
Works closely with school support staff to share information regarding school climate.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field Required
Experience Qualifications
2 years’ related experience in either education or community involvement working directly with parents and community members Required
Skills and Abilities
Must possess good written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated customer service and listening skills
Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization
A high level of skill in problem solving and/or conflict resolution and the ability to exercise effective judgement
About Us
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.
Job Info
Job Identification 3063
Job Category Exempt Administrative Professionals
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1303002
Job Code:
1303002
Job Family/Function:
13 – Exempt Administrative Professionals\Administrative
FLSA:
Exempt
Grade Ladder:
MNPS Support Salaried
Pay Grade:
MNPS.SCH012-S
Duration (days/year):
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
Serves one school by coordinating assistance to students and their families to enhance or improve the student's learning experience. Serves on special projects and committees to provide input on barriers to success in engagement. This is a 10, 11, or 12-month position.
What you will do
Coordinates assistance to families and students as determined by school leadership.
Develops and provides high quality training sessions and workshops to families based on needs assessments and goals of the school and District.
Conducts surveys and gathers data used to strengthen parent-school partnerships. Monitors the implementation of best practices to help remove barriers to increase success in parent and community engagement.
Participates in meetings/trainings with Support Services to establish best practices and implement research based strategies in community engagement and/or family engagement.
Organizes and facilitates meetings and other parent/leadership school activities.
Meets regularly with school staff and leadership to share expertise; links academic goals with family programs; coordinates events and opportunities; and establishes and maintains communications between families, community partners, schools, and other MNPS departments about events, programs, classes, and opportunities.
Collects documentation to insure Federal compliance. Works closely with ESEA program specialists to promote family and community programs.
Works closely with school support staff to share information regarding school climate.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field Required
Experience Qualifications
2 years’ related experience in either education or community involvement working directly with parents and community members Required
Skills and Abilities
Must possess good written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated customer service and listening skills
Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization
A high level of skill in problem solving and/or conflict resolution and the ability to exercise effective judgement
About Us
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.
Job Info
Job Identification 3063
Job Category Exempt Administrative Professionals
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