Employment
NIET comprises a diverse staff of educators, researchers and policy experts, who work together with our state, university, district and school partners to build educator excellence.
Our team holds five core values central to our work supporting educators to provide opportunities for all students: excellence, teamwork, enthusiasm, agility and a focus on student outcomes.
We believe in the potential of all students to reach high levels of academic achievement. We are unwaveringly student-centered in our decision-making and prioritize the needs of students as we work in states, universities, districts, schools and classrooms.
Read NIET's Mission, Vision and Values.
Read NIET's Commitment to Equity and Diversity.
Current Employment Opportunities
Director of Operations
NIET is seeking a director of operations to provide strategic leadership, management, and direct support of operational needs as the organization endeavors to successfully implement its strategic plan, including identifying and implementing operational process improvements organization-wide, strengthening the connection between the services team and finance team, and overseeing and maximizing events hosted by the organization. Exemplary candidates will have experience identifying opportunities for improving organizational operations, developing and implementing tools and systems, and maximizing the effectiveness and efficiency of tools with an orientation toward ensuring team members have what they need to successfully support partners. Download the job description.
Digital Content Manager
The Digital Content Manager works closely with NIET leadership and the communications director to increase the visibility and reach of NIET and support internal communications efforts. This position manages the NIET website, email newsletters, social media platforms, and develops graphics, visuals, and other high-quality images. Download the job description.
Senior Specialist West
The Senior Specialist position supports all aspects of NIET’s implementation and management of district and school improvement services to include professional development, trainings, coaching, general partnership support, the school review process and evaluation, and special projects, as assigned. The specialist has primary responsibility for ensuring educator effectiveness is improved and outcomes are met in our varied partnerships. This position reports to a director appointed by the CEO or designee. Download the job description.
Senior Specialist Southwest
The Senior Specialist position supports all aspects of NIET’s implementation and management of district and school improvement services to include professional development, trainings, coaching, general partnership support, the school review process and evaluation, and special projects, as assigned. The specialist has primary responsibility for ensuring educator effectiveness is improved and outcomes are met in our varied partnerships. This position reports to a director appointed by the CEO or designee. Download the job description.
Senior Specialist South Central
The Senior Specialist position supports all aspects of NIET’s implementation and management of district and school improvement services to include professional development, trainings, coaching, general partnership support, the school review process and evaluation, and special projects, as assigned. The specialist has primary responsibility for ensuring educator effectiveness is improved and outcomes are met in our varied partnerships. This position reports to a director appointed by the CEO or designee. Download the job description.
To apply for open positions at the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching, please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@niet.org. No phone inquiries please.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
Staff Testimonials
The work we do at NIET helps to ensure that all students have access to an effective teacher in the classroom. Our work gives all students a fighting chance.Davita Lancelin, Vice President of Services