PLEASE POST IMMEDIATELY

C-100-08                                                                                                                                         July 29, 2008

The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools announces a vacancy in the following position:

                                                                    LITERACY COACH 5-12

Individuals are invited to nominate candidates or submit an application. Applications will be accepted until a candidate is identified. Applications should be made in writing to:

Human Resources Department
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue
Nashville, TN 37204
Fax: 615-214-8650

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must posses a valid Tennessee teaching license with endorsement in K-12 Reading, 7-12 English, or grades 5-8 and three (3) years in teaching experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential function of the literacy coach is to oversee the implementation of reading/literacy in 5-12 classrooms. The literacy coach serves as a reading instructional coach for teachers (approximately 70% of the time) and provides direct reading support to students with highest needs (approximately 30% of the time). The literacy coach also provides ongoing job-embedded professional development, models effective instructional reading strategies, and leads discussions in scientifically based reading research during team planning sessions and/or staff meetings. Successful candidates will have an understanding of the K-12 school environment and a strong commitment to educational improvement.

This position is eligible for Career Ladder.

Although a general application may be on file in the Human Resources office, it will be necessary to file a letter indicating interest in the above named vacancy along with a current resume.

Exact placement on the salary schedule depends upon educational qualifications and experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER