Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 020904 Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly) Department University Middle School Minimum Position Qualifications Master’s degree or higher in an education-related field and ten (10) years of education-related experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Special Conditions First consideration will be given to current University of Memphis employees. The department is especially interested in candidates with experience in school leadership as a division head, head of school, or principal at a charter, traditional public, or independent school. Previous experience as a classroom teacher is strongly preferred. Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule. Posting Date 03/27/2025 Closing Date 04/01/2025 Open Until Screening Begins No Hiring Range $112,000 per year Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Additional Working Conditions Special Instructions to Applicants All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Positions Supervised Assistant Director, Office Coordinator, School Counselor, Faculty Members, Adjunct Professors, Student Employees Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to develop, assess, and continuously improve curriculum. Knowledge and practice of program development and assessment. Ability to develop insightful conclusions and strategic solutions based on data analysis. Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings; ability to collect and analyze data. Solid commitment to and belief in student voice, project-based learning, holistic learning and development, and equity. Ability to marshal resources, orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously using resources effectively and efficiently. Ability to communicate using effective collaboration and listening skills with a variety of audiences including teaching staff, students, parents, university leaders, and community advocates. Additional Position Information Position is contingent upon funding and approval of the school by Shelby County Schools. A formal hire will not be made until an approval vote is granted and funding allocated by the Shelby County School Board. Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only) Job Duties Duties & Responsibilities Provides leadership & strategic oversight to University Middle, including serving as head of school, overseeing and implementing academic curriculum, promoting campus & community partnerships, and coordinating research. Duties & Responsibilities Provides supervision of staffing, fundraising, marketing, assessment, Shelby County Schools partnerships, building needs and budgetary considerations for University Middle. Duties & Responsibilities Generates and supports opportunities for campus and community educational innovation in University Middle. Duties & Responsibilities Other duties as assigned