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SCS Career Opportunities

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Teacher Vacancy Update (Continuously Updated)

– Positions Currently Available –

Certificated Positions
Classified Positions
Assistant Superintendent of Leadership & Campus Safety Administrative Clerk Facilities

Director of Middle School and Secondary Education

Communications Specialist
Elementary/Middle School Principal Director of Finance
English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL) Plant Manager
Federal Programs Compliance Specialist
Foreign Language Specialist  
High School Principal  
High School Assistant Principal  
High School Coaching Vacancies 2008-09
High School Vice-Principal  
Human Resources Specialist  
Staff Development and Leadership Specialist  
Strings Teacher  

Posting Date:
May 6, 2008

Shelby County Schools
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHER (ESL)

This position will involve responsibilities at two or more schools. The specific schools have not been determined at this time.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Professional Tennessee Teaching License with ESL endorsement
  • Three years of successful experience at the elementary or secondary level
  • Minimum of three years of experience with English Language Learners preferred
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Length of Contract: 10 Months

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for English as a Second Language Teacher (ESL) - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
May 6, 2008

Shelby County Schools
PLANT MANAGER

Bon Lin Middle School
Operations Center-Itinerant

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED


Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience
  • Commercial Cleaning Experience

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Plant Manager - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
May 5, 2008

Shelby County Schools
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 16, 2008


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the area of communications, journalism or public relations preferred
  • Strong written and verbal skills required
  • Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the area of communications, public relations or a related field required
  • Experience in the field of education and familiarity with current trends in education desirable
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications to include word processing, spreadsheets and databases
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Communications Specialist - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
May 5, 2008

Shelby County Schools
FEDERAL PROGRAMS COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 16, 2008


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with an endorsement in administration and supervision
  • Five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience
  • Strong group processing and presentation skills
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications to include word processing, spreadsheets and databases
  • Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports including statistics
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Federal Programs Compliance Specialist - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 25, 2008

Shelby County Schools
STRINGS TEACHER - 2 Positions

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Positions is Filled

Itinerant Position

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Music with String Instruments major
  • Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in Instrumental Music
  • Minimum of three years of successful experience as a Strings teacher preferred
  • NCLB Highly Qualified status
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Length of Contract: 10 Months

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Strings Teacher - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 30, 2008

Shelby County Schools
HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

HOUSTON HIGH
SOUTHWIND HIGH

Due to possible transfers and changes in assignment, other High School Principal positions may become available.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Positions is Filled

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision
  • Professional Tennessee Teaching License
  • Three years of successful experience at the secondary level
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Length of Contract: 12 Months

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for High School Principal - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 30, 2008

Shelby County Schools
ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

BARRET'S ELEMENTARY

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Positions is Filled

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision
  • Professional Tennessee Teaching License
  • Three years of successful experience at the appropriate grade level
  • Prior administrative experience required
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Length of Contract: 12 Months

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Elementary/Middle School Principal - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 10, 2008

Shelby County Schools
DIRECTOR OF MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SECONDARY EDUCATION


APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Position is Filled

Minimum Training and Experience:

  • Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision. Doctorate desirable
  • A valid Tennessee professional teacher’s license with an endorsement in a secondary area required
  • A minimum of five (5) years of administrative or supervisory experience in an educational setting required
  • At least ten (10) years as a classroom teacher in middle or high school setting
  • Ability to work across academic disciplines with varied audiences.
  • Strong group processing and presentation skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Working knowledge of computer applications including spreadsheets and databases
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate or acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Director of Middle School and Secondary Education - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 10, 2008

Shelby County Schools
VICE-PRINCIPAL
Arlington High School

Bartlett High School

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Position is Filled

Due to possible transfers and changes in assignment, other positions may become available after the date of this posting.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with an endorsement in Administration and Supervison
  • Valid Tennessee professional teaching license with an endorsement in a secondary area
  • A minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in a high school setting
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications to include database, spreadsheet and word processing applications
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for High School Vice-Principal - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 10, 2008

Shelby County Schools
HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Houston High School
Southwind High School


APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until the Position is Filled

Due to possible transfers and changes in assignment, other positions may become available after the date of this posting.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree with an endorsement in Administration and Supervison
  • Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in a secondary area
  • Three (3) years of successful experience at the high school level
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications to include database, spreadsheet and word processing applications
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for High School Assistant Principal - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 7, 2008

Shelby County Schools
HIGH SCHOOL
Coaching/Sponsor Vacancies 2008-2009


APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL POSITIONS ARE FILLED

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Tennessee Teaching License
  • Successful Coaching Experience

Note: If a position is filled prior to the close of the school year by a teacher from another Shelby County school, that teacher will be required to complete the school year at the previously assigned school and to fulfill all teaching and coaching responsibilities at the previously assigned school.

Salary: Teaching Salary + Coaching Supplement

Position Descriptions:

Click Here to see the High School Coaching Vacancies for 2008-09 - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools should complete the attached application by Clicking Here and return to Jeff Mayo, Human Resources. Tenure and three years at the current school is required to transfer into the position requested.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates must complete this entire application and return to Jeff Mayo, Human Resources. Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
April 3, 2008

Shelby County Schools
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST
Department of Human Resources


APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

Minimum Qualifications and Training:

  • Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision
  • A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience.
  • Knowledgeable of all Education Codes, particularly those pertaining to school personnel.
  • A minimum of five (5) years as a successful classroom teacher.
  • Proficient in computer applications including spreadsheets, databases and word processing.
  • Knowledgeable of licensure and highly qualified requirements for educational personnel.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Human Resources Specialist - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
March 27, 2008

Shelby County Schools
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF LEADERSHIP AND CAMPUS SAFETY


APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 10, 2008

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision
  • A valid Tennessee professional teacher’s license required
  • A minimum of five (5) years of administrative or supervisory experience in an educational setting
  • Ability to work across academic disciplines with varied audiences.
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications including spreadsheets, databases and word processing
  • Strong group processing and presentation skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate or acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Assistant Superintendent of Leadership and Campus Safety - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
March 18, 2008

Shelby County Schools
ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
Facilities


APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 4, 2008

Minimum Qualifications and Training:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Three (3) years successful clerical experience
  • Proficient with Microcomputers to include FileMaker Pro database, spreadsheet and word processing applications

Length of Contract: 12 Months

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Administrative Clerk Facilities - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
February 20, 2008

Shelby County Schools
STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP SPECIALIST

Human Resources Department

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED
REPORTING DATE: June 2, 2008

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree
  • Valid Professional Tennessee Teaching License with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision
  • At least five (5) years of successful elementary/middle school or high school administrative experience
  • Experience using the Tennessee Framework for Evaluation and Professional Growth
  • Experience developing and administering professional/staff development programs
  • Ability to work across departments with varied audiences
  • Strong group processing and presentation skills
  • Proficient in the use of microcomputers to include word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Such alternatives as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Staff Development and Leadership Specialist - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
February 5, 2008

Shelby County Schools
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a closely related field or Master’s degree in finance. Certified Public Accountant preferred
  • Ten (10) years experience in financial analysis or accounting, preferably in an educational environment
  • Knowledgeable of Education Codes, particularly those sections covering school finance requirements, school finance formulas, accounting procedures, and the audit process
  • Prior successful experience with principles, practices and methods of financial management, budget preparation and control
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate or acceptable

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Director of Finance - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.


Posting Date:
October 24, 2007

Shelby County Schools
FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPECIALIST

DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM & ACCOUNTABILITY

APPLICATION DEADLINE: UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a content major in a Foreign Language
  • Master’s Degree in Education with an endorsement in Educational Administration and Supervision
  • Valid Tennessee Teaching License
  • Minimum of five (5) years of successful elementary/middle or high school teaching experience
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong group processing and presentation skills.
  • Working knowledge of computer applications including spreadsheets, databases and word processing.
  • Ability to prepare clear, concise, accurate and complete reports including statistics.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate or acceptable.

Position Description:

Detailed Job Description for Foreign Language Specialist - pdf

Application Procedure:

Current Employees of Shelby County Schools: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application with five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources, or by Clicking Here to download.

Non-Shelby County Schools Candidates: Submit to Human Resources five (5) copies of the attached application, five (5) copies of a resumé detailing applicable experience and an employment application. Resumés are not to exceed two (2) pages. Additional applications are available through Human Resources or by Clicking Here to download.

Shelby County Schools offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, or disability.