ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES

S-889-09                                                                                                                                        July 30, 2009

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

Behavior Specialist
Department of Exceptional Education

10 months- Grade 10- Base hourly rate $ 18.89

Persons who are qualified and are interested in applying should submit résumé. The position is open until a candidate is identified.

Human Resources Department
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Avenue
Nashville, TN 37204

Fax: 615-291-6037

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in special education, guidance and\or counseling, psychology, school administration or other related field. Five (5) years experience specializing in dealing with challenging behaviors in a variety of settings. Knowledge of PBS (Positive Behavior Support) or related field. Skilled in taking and using data to make informed decisions regarding student behaviors. Valid Tennessee’s driver’s license and insured personal vehicle.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include but are not limited to; collaborates with all stakeholders to best serve all students, Support schools that have implemented Positive Behavior Support, Conduct District\School Professional Development, Develop Professional Development presentations, Assist schools in a timely manner with student referrals, assist teachers with classroom management systems that support learning goals and reduce challenging behaviors, assist in development of Functional Behavior Intervention Plan\Behavior Intervention Plan, Data Collection and provide research-based intervention strategies, must be able to work a flexible schedule including after school hours and weekends.

Applicants are required to file a letter indicating interest in the above named vacancy along with a current resume’ listing the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references, one of whom must be a current or past supervisor.