Davidson County Public School Teaching:

1. The first step to finding a position is to submit an online application and “online interview” to the Davidson County Board of Education. (Online application available at: http://www.mnps.org/Page13.aspx after clicking on “Employment Application- All Positions.” You will need to set up an online account)
2. Within one or two business days, a confirmation e-mail will be sent.
3. Now it’s time to look for new postings at Metropolitan Nashville Public School’s website- the same website that supports the online applications.  Vacancies will be listed under the Human Resources link. Also, you may want to visit http://www.k-12.state.tn.us/teachtn. This website is updated by the state and gives current information for all counties in Tennessee.
4. When you pinpoint a desired position, a resume could be sent to the school requesting an interview.  At that time, the principal can request the application and interview information from the Board of Education’s Human Resource Department.
5. If offered the position by Human Resources, a criminal background check and fingerprinting should be scheduled at this time.  The total cost is $56- twenty-five dollars upfront and thirty-one will be taken out of the first paycheck.

For Davidson County, visit Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools’ website. This site will provide information about county-specific regulations and initiatives that may be important considerations when selecting a public school system. 

Davidson County Board of Education
2601 Bransford Avenue
Nashville, TN 37204
(615) 259-INFO (4636)

 Rutherford County Public School Teaching:

1. The first step to finding a position is to submit an application, three letters of reference, transcripts, and PRAXIS exam scores to the Rutherford County Board of Education.  Although an online application is available on the county’s website, it is recommended that a paper application be filed with all of the above mentioned documents.
2. Now it is time to monitor new job postings. Rutherford County maintains a school website specifically for the county. Another useful website is http://www.k-12.state.tn.us/teachtn/.  This website is updated by the state and gives current information for all counties in Tennessee.
3. When a desired position is found, the applicant should call the school and request an interview with the principal. At the time of the interview, the principal will collect all of the above mentioned information from the Board of Education.
4. If the teacher is selected for the position, a criminal background check is required at this time. Rutherford County pays for these background checks if the teacher works for 6 months.  If the teacher quits before that time, $56.00 is taken out of the teacher’s last paycheck.

Rutherford County Board of Education
2240 Southpark Boulevard
Murfreesboro TN 37128
(615) 893-5812

Wilson County Public School Teaching:

1. The first step to finding a position is to submit an application to the Wilson County Board of Education.  Applications are available through the mail or by visiting the Board of Education at the address listed below.
2. Now, it’s time to look for new postings on Wilson County School’s website. This website also provides information on qualifications for teaching in Wilson County. You may also visit Tennessee’s website for job openings. This website is updated by the state and gives current information for all counties in the state.
3. When you locate a desired position, a resume should be sent to the school requesting an interview.  At that time, the principal can request the application and other relevant information from the Board of Education.
4. If selected for the position by the principal, a criminal background check is required at this time.  The total cost is $56.

Wilson County Board of Education
351 Stumpy Lane
Lebanon TN 37090
(615) 444-3282

Trousdale County Public School Teaching:

1.      The first step to finding a position is to submit an online application and review the procedure form-both posted on Trousdale County School System’s website.

2.      Now, it’s time to look for new positions available in the county.  The best way to find out about those is to call the Trousdale Board of Education directly.  An alternative is to visit http://www.k-12.state.tn.us/teachtn/. This website is updated by the state and gives current information for all counties in the state. Another resource is Trousdale County School System’s website. This website includes some useful information about finding a job in the county.

3.      When you find a desired position, a resume should be sent to the school requesting an interview.  At that time, the principal can request the application and interview information from the Board of Education.

4.      If selected for the position by the principal, a criminal background check is required at this time.  The total cost is $56.

Trousdale County Department of Education
103 Lock Six Road
Hartsville TN 37074
(615) 374-2193

Private Schools (for all counties):

Private schools often have different hiring criteria than public schools.  It may be that the school prefers a bachelor’s degree in the content area to be taught and will require only a minimal amount of teaching education courses.  Some private schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).  The application process also varies between schools. Typically, the school itself has an application that must be completed in addition to submission of a resume.  The only way to be certain of application process and hiring criteria is to contact the school itself.

Also, supplemental requirements may vary among private schools.  For example, private faith-based schools may require previous coursework in religious doctrine.  Private rehabilitation schools may require a background in rehabilitative therapy. 

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