Career Opportunities

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Accountability Data Analyst

Department: Division of Assessment & Accountability

Classification (Payroll Title): Ed Con 3

Position Number: 01004783

Reports to: Director of Accountability Analytics

Anticipated Salary Range: $59,700 - $74,604

Last Revised Date: 04/09/2024

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 Accountability team sets and executes the policies by which schools and districts are evaluated in accordance with state and federal law.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) in public policy, education, mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, or related fields.

Experience: At least [] years of dedicated experience in

Essential Functions

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Experience with relational databases. Proficiency in SQL is a plus.

· Familiarity with principles and tools for reproducible research

· Experience with large-scale datasets

· Ability to pursue self-directed learning

· Ability to present data clearly and in an accessible manner to variety of audiences

· Track record of delivering products and results under tight timelines

· Exemplary writing skills, particularly translating data findings into actionable reports, memos, and presentations

· Strong strategic thinking and creative problem solving skills

· Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative

· Team orientation and willingness to contribute at all levels to meet deadlines and complete successful implementation

Supervisory Responsibility

No supervisory responsibility

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel
This position may be expected to travel a day or two each month in addition to a small number of annual meetings that may last multiple days.

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

Go to Tennessee State Government Careers (ttcportals.com) Job Opening 57255 and attach resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to the application.

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 Tennessee Department of Education, Attn: Human Resources Division, 710 James Robertson Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37243.

Child Care Program Evaluator 2

Department: Early Learning Division

Classification (Payroll Title): CCPE2 Position Number: 0109041

Reports to: Summer Cleek/Jamie Hubbard

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $37,800.00 to $47,304.00. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Last Revised Date: 3/18/2024

Location Notes: This position will work primarily from a home residence pursuant to the Department’s Alternative Workplace Solutions policy but is classified as hybrid. 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

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

Under general supervision, is responsible for professional childcare program evaluation work of average difficulty in regulation of certified school-administered child care programs under Tennessee Department of Education; and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and experience equivalent to one year in one or a combination of the following: 1) professional child care program evaluation or administration, 2) professional care of children, 3) professional education, 4) professional social services, 5) professional inspection of facilities for compliance with fire, safety, or health regulations, or 6) non-professional experience assisting teachers or in child care at a facility licensed or certified by a local, state, or federal government.

Additional graduate course work in one or a combination of the following may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of one year: (1) Education Administration; (2) Educational or Developmental Psychology; (3) Early Childhood or Elementary Education; or (4) any field related to child care (e.g., 36 graduate quarter hours may be substituted for one year of required experience).

Essential Functions

· Conducts on-site observations of 80-100 school-administered childcare programs to ensure programs meet health and safety requirements as well as high quality environments and teaching and learning.

· Conduct investigations when complaints are filed on school-administered childcare programs.

· Conduct CLASS observations on LEA Pre-K classrooms to ensure high quality environments and teaching and learning a minimum of two times per year.

· Provide 1:1 feedback loop for LEA Pre-K directors/teachers using CLASS observation data to drive conversation.

· Provide technical assistance for school-administered childcare programs (measuring new space, setting up classrooms, etc.).

· Maintain up to date caseload logs, calendars, and other supporting documents.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Organization: Can manage multiple projects, communications, and job tasks simultaneously; able to maintain a clear and orderly workflow; produces reports and presentations in a manner that is easy to follow and understand.

• Early Childhood Knowledge: Must have knowledge of early childhood education principles and practice, reflecting a commitment to fostering the development and well-being of young learners.

• Communication: Able to formulate effective verbal, visual, and written messaging to a variety of audiences; can produce plans, outlines, and presentations to inform stakeholders about key initiatives; performs active listening to ensure optimal responses to customer inquiries.

• Service Orientation: Ability to collaborate and build relationships; maintain high-quality customer service for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Time Management: Uses time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities.

• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Able to identify and ask significant questions to overcome issues in the workplace; uses inductive and deductive reasoning methods to recognize opportunities for refinement; formulates clear and concise options to reduce procedural inefficiencies.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time 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 will carry a caseload of several counties and will be required to travel to schools within these counties 4/5 days per week.

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

Go to https://stateoftn-careers.ttcportals.com/ Job Opening 57277

CORE ELA Consultant ED RGNL ACADEMIC CONS

Department: CORE (Academics)

Classification (Payroll Title): EDUC RGNL ACAD CONS

Position Number: Varies

Reports to: Cristy Pendergrass, Director of Academic Supports, ELA

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $72,000 to $80,000 In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Last Revised Date: January 2024

Location notes: Hybrid - This consultant will travel to the following counties regularly:
Athens City
Bradley County
Cleveland City
Dayton City
Etowah City
Grundy County
Hamilton County
Marion County
McMinn County
Meigs County
Polk County
Rhea County
Richard City
Sequatchie County

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Position Overview

ELA (English Language Arts) consultants are an integral part of the CORE regional support team concentrating on providing literacy support across pre-K-12 instruction. This position works with the regional CORE office team to support districts in the region with ELA content and instruction aligned to Tennessee’s academic standards by partnering with district leaders to diagnose, plan, implement, and monitor change ideas that will lead to academic improvement.

The CORE regional support team focuses on helping districts make changes to three key areas: instruction, assessment, and curriculum. As the consultants provide this support, they help districts consider coherence across their district by ensuring interconnectedness between district elements of culture, structure, processes, resources, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of two years of full-time, pre K-12 teaching experience or higher education experience related to pre K-12 instruction.
Preferred qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree, Administrative Endorsement, or Literacy Specialist Endorsement

Experience

Demonstrated record of success in improving student outcomes in literacy (preferably at the school or district level)
Experience leading and managing projects and/or teams (preferably at the school or district level)
Experience coaching others for improvement
Experience leading and/or facilitating adult learning opportunities
Demonstrated success in building relationships with other educators and leaders

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Deep working knowledge of the Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts K-12 and understanding of the three instructional shifts (building knowledge, using evidence, and high-quality text).
Ability to recognize grade level expectations and articulate how the Tennessee Academic Standards should impact long-term planning.
Ability to recognize grade appropriate text and grade-appropriate foundational skills.
Ability to articulate the role text plays in ELA instruction.
Ability to recognize and suggest appropriate strategies for engaging students with text.
Ability to recognize whether student work is meeting the expectation of the standards and the grade level.
Ability to use coaching to assist district and school leaders in diagnosing instructional needs specific to ELA and to facilitate the creation of plans to address those needs.
Ability to generate research-based, action-oriented recommendations for school and district leaders.
Knowledge of system-level change and ability to identify systemic needs and support continuous improvement
Self-motivated to actively participate in solving problems, sharing trends and best practices, and contributing to the work of a team
A tendency to consistently consider the needs of internal and external customers, to provide service at a high level of quality, and to evaluate customer satisfaction

Essential Functions

Build trusting relationships and partnerships with district leaders and TDOE department leads.
Engage with districts in Literacy Learning Walks to diagnose literacy specific instructional needs.
Facilitate root cause analysis discussions to identify why instructional practices are in place and set goals for improvement.
Facilitate planning conversations to determine strategies that may help a district meet the goals determined by the root cause analysis.
Provide differentiated support to assist districts in implementing their plans aimed at improving systems and structures for improved student outcomes in English Language Arts.
Support districts in setting clear benchmark indicators and monitoring the progress of their improvement work.
Collaborate with TDOE department leads on the creation of resources and materials to support district improvement.
Collaborate with CORE regional support team to coordinate supports for districts.
Facilitate or support the facilitation of regional trainings.
Engage in learning opportunities to continuously improve individual and group performance.

Supervisory Responsibility

N/A

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel

65-80% within the Southeast Region

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To Apply

Go to Tennessee State Government Careers (ttcportals.com) Job Opening 56877

Educational Assistant - TN School for the Deaf, Nashville

The Educational Assistant’s (EA) at TSD assist teachers in the classroom with the daily operation of instruction and classroom management. EA’s provide academic support to students in all grades as assigned PreK-6^th grade.

Qualifications:

Completed two years (48 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher learning or obtained an associate degree or higher
Passed the Para Pro Assessment
Strongly preferred ASL (American Sign Language) skills
Computer skills required to assist students on educational devices
Possess current Tennessee Driver’s license and clean driving record

Terms of Employment:

Full-Time 10-month employment (August – May)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assist teachers in the classroom
Provides tutoring help to students
Assist with student self-help skills
Substitutes in classroom when teachers are absent
Supervises students at lunch
Transports students to various off campus activities
Prepares instructional materials
Abides by all state regulations and school procedures
Prepares a variety of standard records and reports

KSA’s:

Preferred applicant will be able to communicate fluently through sign language
Ability to utilize computers and other educational technologies in the classroom
Knowledge of classroom structure
Experience working with deaf and hard-of-hearing students in educational settings
Ability to multi-task and change tasks rapidly

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.

Salary:

Starting salary $2,372 per month.

The applicant selected for this position must complete full background checks including fingerprinting.

Background checks will be completed through TBI, FBI, DCS, TN Registry of Sexual Offenders, and TN Registry of Abuse.

Paralegal

Department: Office of General Counsel

Classification (Payroll Title): Legal Assistant 2

Position Number: 17100

Reports to: Keith Minor, Assistant General Counsel for Operations

Anticipated Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Last Revised Date: April 9, 2024

Location Notes: Tennessee Department of Education, 710 James Robertson Parkway Nashville, TN 37243 (currently hybrid)

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: This paralegal position will support the office of general counsel with various administrative and legal support tasks. Duties include but are not limited to conducting legal research, drafting and reviewing documents, sending communications on behalf of attorneys, preparing for hearings, trials, and meetings, and organizing and maintaining files.

Minimum Qualifications:

· High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

· Associate’s degree in paralegal or legal assistant studies or a paralegal certificate, preferred.

· Experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal preferred.

Essential Functions

1. Provide research and legal support to the department and local education agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal education law.

2. Support the department with legal inquiries and high-level projects involving cross-divisional collaboration.

3. Process requests for duplicate diplomas and requests for education verification.

4. Support the department with open records requests.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Law and Government – Knowledge in how to research laws, court procedures, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules.

· Complex Problem Solving – Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hybrid position (i.e., remote and in-office required). Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, with an hour lunch break.

Travel

0-5% Travel Required

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to: Kristen.B.McKeever@tn.gov by April 30, 2024.

Regional Licensure Consultant (East)

Department: Division of Human Capital, Educator Licensure

Classification (Payroll Title): EDCON 2 Position Number: 00122602

Reports to: Taylor Reid, Senior Director of Licensure

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $53,400-$62,000. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Last Revised Date: April 2, 2024

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 and throughout the East Tennessee Grand Region:

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 Regional Licensure Consultant works with the Division of Educator Licensure team to ensure that school districts across the state are supported in their understanding of laws, rules, policies, and procedures pertaining to educator licensure, with a particular focus on targeted support in their region of assignment. This support is accomplished through the provision of district training (primarily for personnel with an HR role) on laws, rules, policies, procedures, and use of the TNCompass application.

The Regional Consultant is also responsible for effective and efficient processing of licensure applications, as needed, as well as ensuring timely and accurate responses to educators’ requests for assistance. The Regional consultant serves as the first level of support for issue district issue escalation and requests prior to escalating exceptional issues to the Licensure Program Manager and Director of Licensure. The person in this role will support the team in achieving licensure processing goals both directly, through processing licensure transactions, and indirectly through provision of targeted issue handling and processing of more complex application types.

Essential Functions

Develop and maintain an exceptional understanding of state law; state board licensure policies, rules; and department operating procedures to provide technical assistance to district personnel
Provide timely and effective communication to stakeholders across the state, regarding licensure policies and procedures, via TNCompass (online licensure web application), phone, email, and in- person
Serve as the first reviewer for issue escalation, evaluating and responding to cases identified by districts and engaging the director of licensure and operations when appropriate
Track issues received, referred to other appropriate personnel, and the resolution status to ensure that issues are resolved promptly and thoroughly and that status updates are provided to those reporting issues, as well as to the director of licensure and operations
Communicate with the licensure program manager and director of licensure and operations regarding areas of need for communications development, guidance documentation, and stakeholder training
Use TNCompass, to review educator licensure transactions for both issue resolution and processing as assigned by the director of licensure and operations
Become an expert TNCompass user and assist the director of licensure and operations in troubleshooting possible issues in the system and in conducting user acceptance testing of newly developed features, enhancements, and bug fixes prior to the software vendor deploying changes
Collaborate with the licensure program manager and director of licensure and operations on the development of TNCompass and licensure training materials and communications tools with a district focus
Deliver regularly scheduled district-facing training on licensure laws, rules, policies, procedures, and TNCompass, as well as periodic training for cohorts of new HR personnel (and other district stakeholders involved in recruitment, hiring, staffing etc.) as needed in the consultant’s region of focus.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and experience equivalent to four years of full-time professional educational, instructional or supervisory/administrative work. Graduate coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-to-year basis, to a maximum of two years.

Preferred qualifications: Pre-K—12 education experience (e.g.; education policy and/or education administration experience preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Highly developed sense of integrity and commitment to customer satisfaction
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Strong independent organizational, time management, customer service and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform work functions with accuracy and meet deadlines despite frequent interruptions
Excellent work ethic, initiative, and high standards for self and team members
Strong personal presence and communication skills necessary to interact and develop relationships with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders
Facility with technology, demonstrating independent motivation and learning/exploration of new
software systems and workflows
Innovative and strategic thinking skills, a solution-oriented disposition
Experience with delivery of presentations, conducting training, and providing technical assistance.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Work Environment:

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel:

20-30% in region.

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:

Go to: tn.gov/careers Job Opening 57001

SPED CORE Consultant (First Region)

Department: CORE (Academics)

Classification (Payroll Title): EDUC RGNL ACAD CONS

Position Number: Varies

Reports to: Katie Ward, Director of Academic Supports, SPED

Anticipated Salary Range: The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $72,000 to $80,000. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.
Last Revised Date: April 2024

Location Notes: Consultant must live in the First region or surrounding counties. The First region consists of the following school districts: Bristol City, Carter County, Cocke County, Elizabethton City, Greene County, Greeneville City, Hamblen County, Hancock County, Hawkins County, Johnson City, Johnson County, Kingsport City, Newport City, Rogersville City, Sullivan County, Unicoi County, Washington County.

This position will require travel to the above listed school districts.

This position will also work 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

Department of Education Vision: We will set all students on a path to success.

Position Summary

Special education consultants are an integral part of the CORE regional support team concentrating on Improving outcomes for students with disabilities through system-level strategies and change ideas. This includes access and supports for students with disabilities to high-quality tier I instruction and high-quality instructionally appropriate IEPs. This position works with the regional CORE office team by partnering with district leaders to diagnose, plan, implement, and monitoring change ideas that will lead to improved outcomes for students.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: and a minimum of two

years of full-time, pre K-12 teaching experience or higher education experience related to pre K-12 instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

· Consultants should have district leadership experience. This could include Special Education Supervisor, Instructional Supervisor, Special Education Coordinator, Special Education Coach, Instructional Coach, or others.

· Strong oral and written communication skills

· Demonstrated record of success in improving student outcomes for students with disabilities (preferably at the school or district level)

· Experience leading and managing projects and/or teams (preferably at the school or district level)

· Experience in a leadership role that required problem-solving and implementation of programs or ideas

· Experience coaching others for improvement

· Experience leading and/or facilitating adult learning opportunities

· Demonstrated success in building relationships with other educators and leaders

· Comfort with regular travel throughout the CORE region, and willingness to attend meetings statewide as needed

· Master’s degree, Administrative Endorsement, or Special Education Endorsement (preferred)

Essential Functions

The CORE regional support team focuses on helping districts make changes to three key areas: instruction, assessment, and curriculum. CORE consultants provide support by assisting districts in diagnosing, planning, implementing, and monitoring change ideas to improve student outcomes. As the consultants provide this support, they help districts consider coherence across their district by ensuring interconnectedness between district elements of: culture, structure, processes, resources, and stakeholders.
As special education consultants engage in this work, they do the following:

· Build trusting relationships and partnerships with district leaders and TDOE department leads.

· Engage with district leaders to diagnose specific special education instructional needs

· Facilitate diagnosing conversations and set goals for improvement that specifically target improvements for SWD

· Facilitate planning conversations to determine strategies that may help a district meet the goals it has determined as a result of the diagnosing.

· Provide differentiated support to assist districts in implementing their plans aimed at improving systems and structures to support special education for improved student outcomes.

· Support districts in setting clear benchmark indicators and monitoring the progress of their improvement work.

· Partner with other regional CORE staff to support districts in creating coherence between Tier I instruction and intervention and special education services.

· Collaborate with TDOE department leads on the creation of resources and materials to support district improvement for SWD.

· Collaborate with CORE regional support team to coordinate supports for districts.

· Engage in learning opportunities to continuously improve individual and group performance.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

· Deep working knowledge of the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)

· Ability to recognize grade level expectations of the Tennessee Academic Standards and articulate how those expectations should impact long-term planning for students with disabilities

· Ability to use coaching to assist district and school leaders in diagnosing instructional needs specific to special education and to facilitate the creation of plans to address those needs.

· Ability to generate research-based, action-oriented recommendations for school and district leaders.

· Knowledge of system-level change and ability to identify systemic needs and support continuous improvement

· Self-motivated to actively participate in solving problems, sharing trends and best practices, and contributing to the work of a team

· A tendency to consistently consider the needs of internal and external customers, to provide service at a high level of quality, and to evaluate customer satisfaction

· Successful candidates will exhibit the following:

o Excellence

o Optimism

o Sound Judgment

o Courage

o Teamwork

Supervisory Responsibility

NA

Work Environment

The duties will primarily be carried out indoors, in environmentally controlled conditions. The employee will be required to perform general physical abilities and handle and move objects.

Physical Demands

Physical demands include walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and moving during working hours.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Expected work hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 8-4:30pm with an hour lunch break.

Travel

Within the First region 65-80%

Other Duties

To Apply

Go to Tennessee State Government Careers (ttcportals.com) Job Opening

TSDK - Accounting Technician 2

Description: Under general supervision, is responsible for procurement work of considerable difficulty; performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features: An employee in this class is responsible for purchasing, issuing, storing materials, supplies, and equipment at an institution.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. OR Graduation from an accredited college with an associate degree and two years of increasingly responsible procurement related work. OR Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and four years of increasingly responsible procurement related work.

Valid Tennessee Driver’s License

SLPI:ASL rating of Survival preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) sign classes and skill development support available for selected qualified applicants who do not meet the rating level.

Terms of Employment: Full-time executive 12-month position

Salary: State of Tennessee Salary Grade J - $3,542 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Purchases all supplies, equipment, and services for the school by preparing requisitions, purchase orders, and receipts. Screens all requisitions and purchases orders for accuracy and proper justification and approvals.
Enters and maintains Agency Term Contracts when required by the Central Procurement Office, writes product specifications for use in bidding competitively with vendors for supplies, equipment, and services. Serves as a liaison between the agency, Central Procurement Office, and vendors for procuring and/or amending contracts.
Assists Business Manager to keep policies and procedures updated as required.
Receiving of the other Pos
Is responsible for mail-room operation
Creates P5s as needed for supplies and stock
Participates in trainings that will educate the employee on any changes from the Purchasing Division/Central Procurement Office and in any training needed within the Edison system.
Is back up support for the storeroom.
Mentor a TSD student in the TSD Work Based Learning Program
Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong expressive and written communication skills
Customer focused and service oriented
Intermediate knowledge of computer operation
Advanced mathematics skills
Problem solving skills

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

The applicant selected for this position must complete full background checks including fingerprinting. Background checks will be completed through TBI, FBI, DCS, TN Registry of Sexual Offenders, and TN Registry of Abuse

TSDK Building Maintenance Worker 2

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Experience equivalent to three years of full-time increasingly skilled labor and trade

• Preferred certification in electrical or plumbing

• Valid Driver’s License

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, Executive Service 12-Month Position Starting Minimum Salary - $3,150/Month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs a variety of carpentry task in the construction and maintenance of buildings.

• Installs and repairs electrical outlets, circuits, switches, fans, and lighting fixtures.

• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, water and drainage lines, and sewage disposal fields and plants.

• Paints and decorates interiors and exteriors of buildings.

• Makes repairs and adjustments to laundry, heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning units.

• Operates and utilizes a wide variety of tools and equipment such as assorted hand tools, table saws, skill saws, hand drills, drill presses, pipe cutters, pipe threaders, welding torches, cutting torches, and voltage testers; may operate a pick-up truck or other vehicle in getting to and from the job.

• Follows safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment as necessary.

• Performs grounds duties and/or custodial duties as required by supervisor.

• May keep simple records and make routine reports such as time expended, and materials used.

• May provide training to other staff as necessary.

• As part of your duties, you may be required to mentor a TSD student in the TSD Work Based Learning Program.

Benefits:

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Pursuant to the State of Tennessee's policy of non-discrimination, the Tennessee School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military services in its policies, or in the admission of, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs, services, or activities.

TSDK - Custodial Worker 2

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older

• Must have at least one(1) year of custodial work experience.

• Valid Driver’s License

Terms of Employment:

Full-time, Executive Service 12-Month Position Starting Minimum Salary - $2,292 Month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Serves as a lead custodian with leadership tasks assigned by supervisor.

• Operates and/or utilizes a variety of custodial related tools and equipment, including floor washing machines, buffers, and vacuums.

• Performing General Physical Activities: Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes and buffs floors by hand or by machine.

• Cleans restrooms by sanitizing showers, toilets, cleaning sinks, washing floors and walls, cleaning mirrors, and emptying trash.

• Cleans offices, classrooms, or other facilities by dusting furniture, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, washing walls and windows, emptying trash, and straightening work areas.

• Polices grounds to pick up trash and check for any other needed maintenance.

• May keep simple records and makes routine reports of facility deficiencies and materials needed to accomplish work.

• Performs light maintenance of equipment utilized.

• Trains new custodial workers.

Benefits:

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TSDK - Knoxville IT HelpDesk/A-V Specialist

Description: The HelpDesk/A-V specialist under the IT Supervisor is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting systems, hardware, and software at all TSD campuses as first tier support. While infrequent, travel to the campuses in Nashville and Jackson may be required for IT support and projects.

Qualifications:

Associates Degree or equivalent experience in technology specific field and one year or more of professional experience in HelpDesk support.
Experience diagnosing or resolving problems with computer platforms and peripheral devices such as printers, copiers, scanners, interactive boards, etc.; installing computer hardware and software and/or diagnosing or resolving problems with hardware or software; deploying software via Microsoft Endpoint.
Valid Tennessee Driver’s License
SLPI:ASL rating of Intermediate or above required; SLPI:ASL rating of Intermediate Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) sign classes and skill development support available for selected qualified applicants who do not meet the rating level

Terms of Employment: Full time executive 12-month employee

Salary: State of TN Salary Grade K - $3958.00 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages and responds to HelpDesk support requests by email, messaging, phone, or in person.
Troubleshooting and repairing technology equipment at a such as computing devices, printers, videophones, interactive boards, and other peripherals at an intermediate level.
Documents frequently asked questions for general staff reference and detailed problem-solving steps for other Technology staff reference.
Collects data related to support requests to identify problem services or equipment and training needs.
Back-up for audio-visual set-up and assistance.
Other duties as assigned.
As part of your duties, you may be required to mentor a TSD student in the TSD Work Based Learning Program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to manage and support the TSD HelpDesk
Intermediate hardware, software and application troubleshooting skills.
Ability to identify student needs Familiar with Microsoft products including Windows, Office Suite, and M365; Apple products including Macs, iPhones and iPads; instructional technology products, and databases.
Ability to provide assistance and support to the TSD campus as needed and/or requested.

TSDK- SS Security Guard

Description:

Security guards perform a variety of duties in support of school safety, visitor management, and campus security.

Qualifications:

•High school diploma or GED required, additional postsecondary training insecurity or law enforcement preferred

•Valid Tennessee Driver’s License

•SLPI:ASL rating of Survival Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) signclasses and skill development support available for selected qualified applicantswho do not meet the rating level.

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month employee

Salary: State of TN Salary Grade 018 – 2,450.00 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

•Monitors alarms, cameras, and campus access

•Conducts patrols on foot and in vehicles

•Must be able to conduct patrol on foot and able to remain in one location or position forextended periods of time

•Capable of maintaining order in stressful, dangerous situations

•Able to communicate clearly and able to respond to emergency personnel

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TSDK- Staff Interpreter (American Sign Language)

Description: The staff interpreter at TSD will provide interpreting services to students, staff, families, and others.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required

• RID certification (CI, CT, CI/CT, NIC, CDI, etc.) or Tennessee Educational Interpreter License required

• Strong fluency in interpreting voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice in academic settings preferred (*note: voice-to-sign not required for CDI candidates)

• Ability to interpret for Deaf professionals in academic settings

• Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf Culture required

• SLPI:ASL rating of Advanced or above required; SLPI:ASL rating of Intermediate Plus preferred. American Sign Language (ASL) sign classes and skill development support available for selected qualified applicants who do not meet the rating level

Terms of Employment: Full time 12-month employee

Salary: State of TN Salary Grade M - $4975 per month

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as an interpreter for students, staff, families and other visitors

• Interpret student IEP meetings

• Interpret other meetings as needed (in-service trainings and workshops)

• Support statewide outreach efforts to K-12 educational interpreters

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse population

• Time management skills in scheduling events and meetings

• Ability to prioritize requested services

• Comfortable working with young students and adults

• Ability to provide outreach, training, and support to K-12 educational interpreters in the state

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