Employment Opportunities
NIET Director of Research
The Director of Research will design and conduct research to be undertaken either internally or contractually. This position will write papers, policy briefs, and articles detailing findings; and participate in the presentation of research findings as well as provide oversight and assistance to other NIET personnel. This position will be supervised by the CEO and serve as a member of the senior staff.
NIET Director of Finance and Business Operations
The Director of Finance and Business Operations provides leadership, management and oversight for all fiscal activities related to the operations of NIET. The duties will include general accounting, fund accounting, internal auditing, budgetary development and control, financial analysis and forecast, cash flow monitoring, and development of monthly status reports. This position will be directed by the President and Chief Executive Officer of NIET. This position will be located in Fayetteville, AR.
NIET Accounting Manager
The Accounting Manager reports to the Director of Finance and Business Operations and is responsible for all areas related to accounting functions and financial reporting. This position will be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly accounting tasks; and activities including payroll, accounts receivable/payable, general ledger, month financial statements, and participation in monthly and annual forecast conversations. This position must meet tight deadlines and perform a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation and financial reporting.
NIET Communications Director
Reporting to the president, and serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the Director of Communications will be responsible for the development of the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching's communication strategy and will contribute to NIET's organizational strategic planning process. The position will be based in Santa Monica, California.
NIET Senior Program Specialist
The Senior Program Specialist position supports all aspects of NIET activities with the implementation and management of the TAP system, to include TAP trainings, partnership support, TAP school review and evaluation, and projects as assigned. This position will be directed by the Chief Executive Officer or his designee.
Dr. Johnetta Wiley, Principal, South High School, Columbus, Ohio
"Teachers understand that we are successful together or not at all. Teachers now look beyond their classrooms to the whole building and understand that decisions make an impact on everyone."