Instructional Advisor - ESL
About the job
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in education or a related area, plus an additional five years of related experience, or equivalent qualifications totaling 11 years of education and experience.
- A Tennessee teaching license is required.
- A minimum of four years of successful experience as a classroom teacher is required.
- Proficiency using technology for video presentation, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications is required.
- Provide leadership in developing, monitoring, and implementing appropriate curriculum to meet identified system needs, maintain standards of excellence in curriculum and instruction, and address the rigor of the Common Core State Standards.
- Serve as an instructional teacher leader in the assigned curricular area and design and disseminate instructional strategies that enhance instruction.
- Assist professional school-based personnel and community representatives regarding the assigned curricular area; collaborate with professionals and management to develop effective, research-based instructional and assessment techniques that achieve system-wide results; and potentially lead a team.
- Serve as liaison between the Department of Curriculum and Instruction and teachers and principals on K-12 curriculum and instructional matters, and make related recommendations.
- Assist the Department of Professional Development and Regional Academic Office by planning and conducting content-specific professional growth activities.
- Assist with ongoing orientation of new teachers in English Language Arts curriculum and instruction.
- Assist teachers, as needed or requested, with content-specific curriculum implementation and the development of effective instructional and assessment techniques.
- Research and assist teachers in developing effective, research-based instructional and assessment techniques to increase student mastery of state standards; advance teachers' knowledge of state and district content standards, teaching strategies, assessments, district- and school-data-driven instruction, lesson demonstrations, and pre- and post-analysis.
- Address unusually complex problems with innovative solutions that achieve quality and work-process improvements; ensure workgroup goals and activities support organizational goals and objectives, and that responsibilities are carried out in accordance with lawful and ethical standards.
- Assist the Department of Curriculum and Instruction in disaggregating student data, identifying student needs, selecting textbooks and materials, and establishing program goals; assist the Humanities Manager by planning and conducting programs, workshops, and other in-service activities.
- Direct the preparation and maintenance of narrative and statistical reports, records, correspondence, and files related to assigned services, activities, and operations; conduct appropriate research and compile reports as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.
- Administrative certification and an ESL endorsement are preferred.
About the company
Memphis-Shelby County Schools is a large urban school district focused on closing the achievement gap and preparing students for college, careers, and life. It operates by ensuring every classroom has an effective teacher, every school is led by capable administrators, and by applying progressive, data-driven strategies to boost learning outcomes. The district differentiates itself through measurable progress: earning a level 5 growth rating for three years, doubling district-wide math proficiency in three years, and moving I-Zone schools from the bottom 5% to a trajectory toward the top 25% within five years, despite serving a high share of economically disadvantaged students. Its explicit goal for 2025 is that 80% of students be college and career ready, 90% graduate high school, and 100% enroll in post-secondary education.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Memphis, Tennessee
Founded
1867
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 federal restraining order froze takeover powers and preserved local control.
- The 2026-27 budget still funds teacher bonuses, multilingual hires, and security officers.
- March 2026 Richmond appointment ended the superintendent churn after Feagins' January 2025 exit.
What critics are saying
- April 2026 takeover law lets state appointees veto budgets and fire employees.
- May 2026 budget proposes closing up to 15 schools as enrollment shrinks.
- A federal judge can still hand Memphis control to state managers by 2027.
What makes Memphis-Shelby County Schools unique
- MSCS runs two school-based health clinics at East High and Sheffield CTC.
- Richmond's March 2026 permanent appointment preserves inside knowledge of district operations.
- MSCS pairs school choice transfers with breakfast, immunization, and screening programs.
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Andrew Gunn elected as next superintendent of Shelby County Schools. After winning a tightly contested race, Andrew Gunn will serve as the next principal of Shelby County Schools. (File). By NOAH WORTHAM | Managing Editor Andrew Gunn will serve as the next superintendent of Shelby County Schools after winning the 2026 Primary Election. During a tightly contested race on Tuesday, May 19, Gunn edged out his opponent with 7,509 votes at 51.23 percent of the vote, according to unofficial poll results. His opponent, Joel Dixon, received 7,147 votes at 48.77 percent. "I'm very excited about serving the students and teachers of Shelby County," Gunn said. "I'm beyond grateful for all of my supporters, and I look forward to the future of Shelby County Schools." Following the arrival of the results, Dixon reflected on his time on the campaign trail and expressed his respect for Gunn, saying that he believes both of them ran a clean campaign. "Over the course of this campaign, I've had so many amazing opportunities to meet the people of Shelby County," Dixon said. "I have faith in them, and I respect the decision they've made and will do everything in my power to help Andrew be successful because that helps our kids be successful." This will mark the first time Shelby County Schools has had a new superintendent since Dr. Lewis Brooks took on the position in 2018. Gunn will take office following the end of Brooks' term in January 2027. "I'm grateful for all of those who have supported me throughout this process," Gunn said. "I truly believe that we can create a culture that is focused on face-to-face education for our students." Gunn has served as the principal of Oak Mountain High School for the last five years after being approved for the position in August 2021. Previously, he served as the principal of Helena Middle School for four years, as well as the principal of Chelsea Middle School and as an assistant principal back at OMHS Throughout his campaign, Gunn emphasized improving face-to-face education opportunities for students as opposed to digital mediums that have become increasingly common. "I want to make sure that our instructional focus is centered around that relationship between the teacher and the student," Gunn said. "The teacher is the most important person in the classroom setting, and they have an unbelievable ability to directly impact our students as they mature, as they grow and as they learn." As Gunn prepares for his new role, he will spend the next six months shadowing Brooks, learning all he can so that he can become familiar with all of the responsibilities and adequately lead SCS following the departure of such an influential figure. "I could not think of a better man to learn from and be guided by as we prepare for this new position that I'll take over in January," Gunn said. According to Gunn, that time with Brooks over the next several months will heavily shape the kinds of things he wants to accomplish first. While there will be a transition in leadership, Gunn emphasized that the students are first and that he wants to continue the great work that SCS has already started. "I want our employees to have clear expectations for what they're expected to do in their roles and know that they'll be trusted to do those as professionals," Gunn said. Everything will begin and end with what is best for our students that we serve and what is best for the communities and families we serve. That's the mission of a public school system." This story utilizes the unofficial poll results prior to the counting of provisional ballots. Noah Wortham is the Managing Editor for the Shelby County Reporter and oversees the newsroom. A Shelby County native, Noah has been with SCR since 2022 and is a graduate of the University of Montevallo. He has won multiple awards for his work at SCR from the Alabama Press Association. Story Tags
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