General School Assistant - Glencliff ES (2026-2027)

1001007

Job Code:

1001007

Job Family/Function:

10 -

Other Support Services\School-Based FLSA:

Nonexempt Grade Ladder:

MNPS Support Hourly Pay Grade:

MNPS.SCH003-H

Duration (days/year): 200 Locations(s): School-Based We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Job Summary Performs a variety of tasks in assisting in the school. What you will do Performs a variety of tasks including answering telephones, greeting visitors to the school office, filing and entering information into student-related databases. Assists in maintaining attendance records and student files. Assists in handling the entering or transferring of students into or from the school. Assists in operating office machines. Assists in duplicating or preparing instructional materials. Monitors students before and/or after school, in the hallways and during lunch periods. Supervises pupils in the absence of the classroom teacher only in emergency situations with the approval of the principal and only until appropriate arrangements can be made for certificated supervision. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Required Experience Qualifications Prior work experience around groups of children Preferred Skills and Abilities Proficient in keyboarding skills. At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals. Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation. Our Vision Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known. Our Mission We deliver a great public education to every student, every day. Our Core Values Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.