Job Description

The Director of Schools serves as the chief school executive and provides leadership in developing and maintaining the best possible educational programs and services for Wilson County Schools. The role includes oversight of instruction, finance, personnel, facilities, and daily district operations. The Director works closely with the Wilson County Board of Education, providing counsel and recommendations on matters requiring Board action, and serves as a key representative of the district in community and public relations efforts. The position reports directly to the Wilson County Board of Education and is a 260-day, twelve-month role. The qualifications for the position include a professional educator’s license, a master’s degree in education with preference for a doctorate degree and at least three years of successful school administration experience.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must apply online through the Wilson County Schools Careers Page. Candidates must upload a letter of interest indicating why the individual is seeking the position and highlighting relevant accomplishments, a current resume, a copy of his/her professional teaching license, a statement of educational philosophy, and a statement describing the district’s greatest needs and first-year priorities. The narrative responses should be limited to one page each, double-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman.

Bureaus: Tennessee. Job Categories: Full-Time. Job Types: Operations / Administration. Salaries: 100,000 and above.