Academic Instructional Coach of Special Populations 26'-27' SY

Leadership Opportunities (2026–2027 School Year)

Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Employment Type: Full-time, 12-month position
Start Date: July 2026
Posting Date:  6/24/2026
Starting Salary: $65,000 (Final salary is based on experience)
Position Details: Servicing Teachers in  Special Populations of Special education and ELL/ESL

Lead Instruction. Develop Teachers. Transform Outcomes.

STEM Preparatory Academy is hiring Academic Deans for the 2026–2027 school year to join our high school leadership team.. We are seeking experienced instructional leaders with a deep belief in educational equity and a relentless commitment to ensuring all students learn at the highest levels.

As an Academic Dean, you will play a critical, high-impact role —directly influencing teacher growth, instructional excellence, and student achievement across the campus.

Why Become a Leader at STEM Prep?

At STEM Prep, academic leadership is mission-driven work. You are not just coaching teachers—you are shaping instructional vision, strengthening systems, and moving whole teams toward transformational results.

We provide the structure, support, and resources for leaders to thrive, including:

• Competitive salaries based on experience

• Annual performance bonuses

• MNPS benefits + TCRS retirement

• Weekly individualized leadership coaching

• Comprehensive onboarding & development for new leaders

• On-site childcare through Little Wonders

• Longevity bonuses at 3, 5, and 10 years

• Clear leadership pathways for continued professional growth

At STEM Prep, leaders are empowered to do their best work—for students, for teachers, and for the community.

Your Impact as a Leader

Academic Deans at STEM Prep are deeply embedded instructional leaders who shape the teaching culture of their schools.

Instructional Leadership (Primary Focus)

• Lead the instructional vision for your grade band or content area

• Conduct weekly classroom observations and deliver actionable feedback

• Facilitate PLCs, data meetings, and instructional planning cycles

• Ensure strong, standards-aligned curriculum implementation

• Coach teachers through goal setting, internalization, and execution

• Analyze student data to drive performance and close academic gaps

• Support teacher onboarding, development, and retention

Culture Alignment & Student Support

While instruction is the priority, Academic Deans also support:

• Tier 1 behavior systems and teacher management skills

• School culture routines and expectations

• Clear communication with families and culture teams

School-Wide Leadership Responsibilities

As a key campus leader, you will:

• Build strong relationships with staff, students, and families

• Support teacher recruitment and hiring

• Lead and participate in professional development

• Maintain visibility and support during high-traffic school moments (arrival, transitions, dismissal, lunch)

• Ensure safety, compliance, and operational excellence

• Model STEM Prep’s core values: integrity, imagination, drive, collaboration, inquiry

Who We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)

• 3–5+ years of successful teaching experience

• Demonstrated track record of improving student achievement

• Experience coaching teachers or leading teams

• Ability to obtain/hold TN administrator licensure (preferred)

• Ability to pass MNPS background check

Ideal Leaders

You are someone who:

• Believes all students can achieve at the highest levels

• Thrives in fast-paced, problem-solving environments

• Uses data to drive instructional decisions

• Builds trust and inspires adults

• Gives and receives feedback with humility

• Leads with empathy, clarity, and high expectations

• Lives and models the mission and values of STEM Prep

Hiring Process

1. Resume Review

2. Leadership Screening

3. Performance Task (Instructional Scenario)

4. Reference & Experience Verification

5. Offer Extension

Lead With Us. Shape What’s Possible.

If you’re ready to coach teachers, elevate instruction, and create lasting impact for students, STEM Prep is the place to lead.

Join us in shaping the next generation—one dean, one team, one school at a time.