Dean.Students MS; Interim ends

Dean.

Students MS (Interim ends May 22, 2026)

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Dean Students MS

Job Code: 6704001

Job Family/Function: 67 - Education Administration Professionals / School Leadership

FLSA: Exempt

Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher

Pay Grade: MNPS.
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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 ensuring quality classroom management and enforcing school and district policies;
Focuses on student attendance and behavior;
Shares general administrative responsibilities.

What you will do

• Manage student supervision and enforce behavioral expectations per school and district policies.
• Establish and maintain positive public relations with staff members, students, parents, and community; meet with students/parents/teachers to resolve conflicts, concerns/problems. Provide the opportunity for students to learn from their experiences and become successful in the school environment. Counsel students and parents about expectations, school and district policies.
• Assists staff and parents in developing and communicating student behavioral expectations.
• Assist in the planning, developing and implementing of individual student behavior plans.
• Serve as a resource to staff in developing effective classroom management strategies.
• Assist in developing programs to promote positive student behavior and intervention strategies.
• Coordinate alternative education placement for students.
• Confer appropriate consequences for inappropriate behavior including, but not limited to, detention, in school suspension and out of school suspension.
• Review and make recommendations on proposed policies and/or changes in existing policies; implement policies as approved by the Board of Education; enforce policies and procedures and protect students’ rights.
• Maintain record system for area of responsibility; process daily paperwork including reports, memos, requisitions, and personnel information.
• Supervise compilation of student data, including discipline and attendance. Gather and maintain information/data to support periodic and special reports documenting activities for area of responsibility.
• Attend or conduct staff, committee, PTA and other professional meetings to exchange information; attend professional classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.
• Assist in monitoring and supervision of school activities and events including lunch, pep rallies, dances, open houses, athletic events, etc.

Education Qualifications

• Master's Degree in educational administration, guidance, counseling or related field Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Teaching or leadership experience in an urban school community Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Teaching Certification/License Educator or Professional license issued by the TN Dept of Education Upon Hire Required
• Administrator license issued by the TN Dept of Education Upon Hire Required

Equivalency

Starting At: $53,610.04

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.

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…