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

Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst

NIET is seeking a Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst to support all aspects of the organization’s research activities. This position requires expertise in managing quantitative datasets, applying appropriate statistical methods to analyze data, and effectively communicating complex research findings to diverse stakeholders. The individual in this role will design and execute quantitative analyses, produce high-quality reports and publications, and provide research expertise throughout the organization. The level of hire will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position will report to the Director of Research. View the full listing here. 

NIET Virtual and Learning Technology Services (VLTS) Support Manager

NIET is seeking a candidate to serve as an entry-level support manager for the Virtual and Learning Technology Services team. This position will support all aspects of the NIET Virtual and Learning Technology Services with inbox technical support and content management. Additionally, this job will support all aspects of NIET work as assigned. View the full listing here.

Director of Communications

The Director of Communications will to the Senior Vice President of Policy and Communications and
serving as an integral member of the management team, the Director of Communications will be
responsible for the development of the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching’s (NIET)
communication strategy. The Director of Communications will be responsible for the development,
integration, and implementation of a broad range of public relations activities relative to the strategic
direction and positioning of the organization and its leadership to advance the organization's reputation.
Managing the communications team, the Director of Communications will be responsible for NIET’s
communications including media relations, newsletters and publications, digital communications, and
marketing. View the full listing here.

Policy Assistant

The Policy Assistant supports the organization's education policy, advocacy, and outreach work.
Reporting to the Director of Policy, the Policy Assistant’s duties include analysis of federal and state
policy on educator effectiveness, focusing primarily on job-embedded professional development,
accountability, performance-based evaluation, compensation, and career advancement. This position
requires the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. The Policy Assistant must
have strong writing skills, initiative and problem-solving skills; an eye for detail; the ability to organize
and prioritize work; and build relationships with partners at the state, local, and school levels. View the full listing here.

Senior Accountant

NIET is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead the day-to-day accounting function of the organization to support financial integrity through accurate accounting, financial reporting, compliance monitoring, grant accounting, and internal controls. This position plays a key role in maintaining the organization’s financial records, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and federal, state, and donor requirements. Exemplary candidates will have strong attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. View the full listing here.

Staff Accountant

NIET is seeking a staff accountant to perform day-to-day accounting functions of the organization, including preparing and posting journal entries, supporting the accounts payable process, processing employee expense reimbursements and managing company credit cards use. Exemplary candidates will have strong attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills. View the full listing here. 

Strategic Projects Manager

NIET is seeking a candidate to serve as a support manager for the Strategic Projects division. This position will support departments including all aspects of the NIET Virtual and Learning Technology Services team, NIET virtual and onsite events, special projects, and NIET partners with support and access to all technology platforms, as well as support virtual and onsite training. Additionally, this job will support all aspects of NIET work as assigned. View the full listing here.

NIET Specialist

The NIET 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. View the full listing here.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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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.

Dr. Davita Lancelin, Senior Vice President of Services