About this role
Job Code:1501048
Job Family/Function:15 – Other Professional Services\Programs
FLSA:Exempt
Grade Ladder:MNPS Support Salaried
Pay Grade:MNPS.SCH012-S
Duration (days/year):260
Locations(s):Support Hub
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
The Family Engagement Strategy & Capacity Building Advisor provides strategic leadership for the district's family engagement vision through the design, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of systems, communications, professional learning, and engagement initiatives that strengthen outcomes for students and families. This position leads district-wide family engagement strategy, marketing and communications efforts, data and evaluation systems, caregiver voice initiatives, and staff capacity building while supervising assigned team members and/or contractors and serving as a key advisor and cross-functional partner to school and district leadership.
What you will do
- Provides strategic support for district-wide family and community engagement initiatives by designing, implementing, and continuously improving systems, programs, and frameworks that strengthen family-school partnerships and align with district priorities, student outcomes, and organizational goals.
- Drives the development, facilitation, and evaluation of high-quality professional learning, curriculum, toolkits, and capacity-building experiences for school staff, caregivers, and community stakeholders to strengthen engagement practices and increase impact across schools.
- Develops and executes district-level family engagement communication and marketing strategies including digital campaigns, branding, storytelling, multimedia communications, social media management, audio/video production, publications, and content creation to increase awareness, participation, and community connection.
- Drives the development and implementation of data collection systems, surveys, dashboards, evaluation tools, and analytics processes to measure engagement effectiveness, monitor outcomes, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to district leadership.
- Designs and facilitates district-wide family and caregiver voice structures including listening sessions, advisory groups, focus groups, surveys, and feedback loops to ensure stakeholder experiences directly inform strategy, decision-making, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Builds and manages strategic partnerships with internal departments, school leaders, community organizations, vendors, and external stakeholders to expand resources, strengthen alignment, and support district priorities related to family and community engagement.
- Provides consultation, coaching, and strategic guidance to school and district leaders to strengthen family engagement practices, improve implementation fidelity, and increase organizational capacity.
- Establishes and maintains scalable processes, procedures, resources, and operational systems that support effective implementation, documentation, communication, and sustainability of family engagement initiatives district-wide.
- Prepares reports, presentations, recommendations, and executive-level communications for district leadership using quantitative and qualitative data to inform decisions, demonstrate impact, and support strategic initiatives.
- Research, Innovation & Emerging PracticesResearches national trends, best practices, and innovative approaches related to family engagement, communications, adult learning, and community partnership development to inform strategic planning and program advancement.
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field Required
Experience Qualifications
- 2-4 years of related experience Required
Skills and Abilities
- Experience leading district-wide family engagement strategy (Medium proficiency)
- Experience with adult learning and professional development design (High proficiency)
- Strong data analytics and survey methodology (Medium proficiency)
- Experience with marketing, communications, branding, and multimedia production (Medium proficiency)
- Experience with social media strategy and digital engagement (Medium proficiency)
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and executive communication skills (High proficiency)
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives (Medium proficiency)
- Experience with continuous improvement and evaluation frameworks (Medium proficiency)
Equivalency
Starting At: $71,045.96
Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here.
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.
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.
Tired of cold applications?
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
Know someone who'd be great for this?