Career Opportunities at NCSSM-Durham
NCSSM fosters an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and supports community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract equally diverse applicant pools for all positions. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Positions are administered in accordance with the provisions and requirements of that Act and are referred to as Subject to the Human Resources Act or SHRA positions. However, two categories of positions have been largely exempted from coverage under this Act. These positions are considered Exempt from the Human Resources Act or EHRA. They are Instructional positions and Senior Academic & Administrative Officer (SAAO) positions. Positions that are currently open for recruitment are listed below.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer.
How to Apply
Submit an electronic application via http://www.nc.gov/jobs. Please create an account, search for a vacancy, and submit the online application.
Download the paper application for State of North Carolina employment.
For additional information or questions, please contact hr@ncssm.edu.
SHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
EHRA Career Opportunities — Durham
DEPARTMENT: Humanities
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC
POSITION NUMBER: 60087921
POSTING DATE: February 16, 2024
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled – priority consideration to applications received prior to Monday, March 18, 2024 at 5:00 P.M.
POSITION TYPE: EHRA Faculty, 10-month, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience
EXPECTED START DATE: August 1, 2024
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Best Public High School in the U.S.
The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) invites applications for a full-time Instructor of American Studies position at its campus in Durham, North Carolina. The position is a 10-month, permanent-track appointment with full benefits through the State of North Carolina.
NCSSM and its Academic Programs division foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Founded in 1980, the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics is a state-supported residential and online high school for students who have demonstrated exceptional talent or interest in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology. Since the school’s inception, the humanities and fine arts have been an integral part of an NCSSM education and have played a key role in helping the institution fulfill its mission to cultivate a new generation of informed, empathetic, engaged, and ethical citizens and leaders.
The position reports to the Chair of Humanities, NCSSM-Durham, and is responsible for providing instruction in American Studies, a two-course sequence required of all NCSSM juniors. It is the core shared humanities experience for all incoming students—a course in which students not only gain a sense of the chronology of American history, literature, and culture but also dive deeply into selected primary and secondary texts, topics, and issues in American culture. Students earn double credit for this course: a credit in English and a credit in History/Social Science for each semester’s study. All sections of this multi-section course focus on the study of primary sources in their historical and cultural contexts: historical documents, literary texts, and other cultural artifacts that highlight multiple voices and experiences.
The expected teaching assignment for the position is three course sections of American Studies each semester. The new instructor will co-teach the course with a colleague with complementary expertise for at least two years, with opportunities to extend that collaboration. Co-teaching involves collaboration to develop an integrated syllabus in light of the American Studies program’s shared learning outcomes and course guidelines, and daily collaboration to teach the course and assess students’ learning.
During the second year at NCSSM, the instructor may have the opportunity to teach one of NCSSM’s senior-level interdisciplinary humanities electives—courses that emphasize critical reading, critical thinking, and academic writing.
NCSSM Humanities also includes a strong fine arts program that offers courses and extracurricular opportunities in the visual arts, music, and drama. NCSSM Humanities also offers student- and faculty-led seminars and independent studies.
Humanities faculty are responsible for developing and teaching innovative and engaging humanities curricula, with a focus on interdisciplinary studies, in NCSSM’s residential and highly interactive online programs. Faculty should plan on playing an enthusiastic role with colleagues across all campuses of the school in ongoing conversations and collaborations about ideas, goals, pedagogical methods, and authentic assessments in NCSSM’s teaching and learning environment.
Other responsibilities include:
- Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals;
- Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills;
- Hold office hours and tutorial sessions as outlined by the Department of Humanities;
- Regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress, providing them with resources and feedback on their performance;
- Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning;
- Model for students responsibility to self and others;
- Follow the school’s philosophy, policies, and procedures;
- Participate in departmental, faculty, and staff meetings;
- Serve on departmental, faculty, and school-wide standing committees;
- Write recommendations for as many as 15 students each year, as requested;
- Serve as a January-Term sponsor;
- Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities;
- Participate in one or more of the following activities:
- Provide professional service and engagement in the field;
- Assist students with special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies;
- Participate in the NCSSM admissions process by recruiting, selecting, and advising prospective students;
- Participate in NCSSM alumni activities;
- Provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants for this position should have a wide-ranging knowledge of American history and its cultural and social contexts, a passion for teaching and learning, and a love of ideas, combined with a commitment to serving as mentor and guide for students — both in the classroom and in extracurricular activities. Since NCSSM is committed to an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the humanities, knowledge of American literature, art, and other disciplines within the humanities is also desirable. Applicants should be able and willing to use appropriate educational technology to engage students in learning, in both face-to-face and remote settings. Applicants should be dedicated to continual growth, both as teachers and learners. Since all NCSSM faculty and staff are expected to support the intellectual, cultural, emotional, and social growth of students — responsibilities that transcend a traditional high school or college teaching schedule — applicants should bring to the work a commitment to participating actively in the multi-dimensional life of the NCSSM community.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master’s Degree in American history, social studies, or a related field in the humanities or social sciences, with a proven record of effective and inspiring teaching with advanced high school or undergraduate students. Successful candidates will have the content knowledge to co-teach American Studies, the core Humanities experience for all NCSSM juniors, and the willingness and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with colleagues to develop and follow shared practices for this multi-section course. Successful candidates will also have the expertise and experience to develop and teach high-interest interdisciplinary humanities courses for NCSSM’s senior students.
Desired:
Experience and/or interest in co-teaching and a willingness to work closely with colleagues as part of ongoing collaborations to review, assess, and update NCSSM’s American Studies and Humanities programs.
Experience in teaching writing as a tool and extension of thought, a means by which students integrate and articulate what they have learned. Willingness to teach in both NCSSM’s residential and online programs, with experience in using appropriate educational technology to engage students in face-to-face and remote settings.
Excellent organizational and collaboration skills. Experience and expertise in individualizing instruction to accommodate the range of students’ experiences and expertise.
The ideal candidate will be eager to participate fully in the wide variety of academic and cultural endeavors our school values, offers, and promotes. An exciting feature of NCSSM’s academic calendar is “January-Term,” consisting of two two-week sessions when faculty members lead intensive learning experiences both on and off campus. The ideal candidate will have the interest and ability to develop and lead these sessions on specialized topics that will appeal to NCSSM students. We also offer opportunities for students to travel domestically and abroad during this period; as such, experience in leading student travel groups and/or the willingness to do so is a definite plus.
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Best Public High School in the U.S
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-Campus Parking
Vacation: EHRA Faculty earn from 14 days to 26 days per year based on years of state service (part-time employees are pro-rated). Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Bonus Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Benefits: The University System offers eligible employees a flexible and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to University-provided group life insurance, various retirement savings options, group health plan coverage, dental, vision, critical illness, cancer, flexible spending accounts, accident, disability coverage, educational assistance, and more. These programs can help employees achieve retirement savings and career goals, as well as assistance with meeting everyday health and educational needs. The benefits programs are designed for employees to tailor a benefits package that best meets their needs.
Health Insurance: Employee only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees that work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long term disability (eligible after 5 years of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12 month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions from several different vendors.
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition free (at any of UNC 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via this link: Instructor of American Studies – Durham, NC, Campus on governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina.
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
PLEASE ATTACH a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy to the online application before submitting.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24-hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Tracy Fullgraf, Humanities Resources Consultant, at fullgraf@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
POSITION TITLE: Dean of Humanities
DEPARTMENT: Academic Programs – Humanities
POSITION LOCATION: Durham, NC or Morganton, NC
POSITION NUMBER: 60087767
POSTING DATE: November 3, 2023
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled – priority consideration to applications received prior to December 31, 2023
POSITION TYPE: 12-month, EHRA SAAO II, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY: Salary commensurate with education and experience
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Public School in the U.S.
NCSSM and Academic Programs foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body, and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Leadership Across NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online
Create a “one-school” culture. Engage in and accomplish NCSSM’s Strategic Plan. Create and make informed decisions using programmatic, faculty and curriculum assessment. Facilitate and lead NCSSM’s movement toward interdisciplinary coursework and experiences, including connections among all STEM areas, the arts, and humanities across the three campuses. Provide vision and leadership to the Humanities department across our Durham, Morganton and Online campuses.
Oversee and lead equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives in the Humanities department across our Durham and Morganton campuses and our Online program. Evaluate and improve departmental and summer programs while streamlining processes and procedures. Administer the department’s State and Foundation budgets while helping to develop donor relationships. Collaborate with internal and external constituents to lead all Humanities operations. Travel and weekend work are required.
Enrollment, Master Schedule, Courses, and Programs
Oversee and lead a master schedule that optimizes courses across NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online to include some offerings in a hybrid model across programs, including coordinating the department’s January-Term offerings, new courses and interdisciplinary offerings, the annual revision of the NCSSM course catalog including course descriptions, prerequisites, and meeting patterns. Develop and coordinate professional development opportunities across the campuses to enrich faculty and staff expertise in the implementation of innovative pedagogy, the use of technology, or other institution-wide topics.
Ensure academic clubs, forums, competitions and other academic experiences are inclusive of NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online. Support department chairs with the Summer Research and Innovation Program (SRIP) process, as well as NCSSM summer transition programs.
Personnel
Responsible for supervising departmental chairs and administrative associates across NCSSM-Durham and NCSSM-Morganton. Responsibilities include: approving time worked and approved leave, monitoring supervisees’ annual performance goals, work plans, and evaluations. Conduct classroom observations of new faculty and faculty on improvement plans. Assist with new faculty and staff orientation through training, when needed. Develop across campus professional development opportunities at the institution, discipline, and departmental levels, when appropriate. Assist the chairs with hiring new departmental faculty and staff. Support nominations for NCSSM and external awards for faculty and staff, in collaboration with the chairs.
Budget and Purchasing
Administer all annual budgets for State, Foundation, and other departmental accounts. Work with departmental Program Associate to monitor and manage departmental or discipline budgets and to share regular updates with the chairs. Approve purchase requests. Identify departmental needs across NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online and advocate for funding to meet those needs. Work with the Provost and Vice-Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer of Morganton to create a recurring budget for the department including supplies, materials, textbook, curriculum development, special projects, and summer programs for NCSSM-Morganton.
Administrative Coordination and Communication
Attend meetings representing the Academic Programs division across NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online (Deans and Vice Chancellor, Instructional Council, Deans and Chairs, Deans and Registrars, Institutional Advancement, BOT Meetings, Foundation Board Meetings, Deans and Faculty Senate Officers, etc.) and serve on committees (e.g., Hiring, Strategic Planning, Accreditation, and Calendar). Assist with the coordination and delivery of in-service events, including Family Day, admissions events, and professional development activities. Coordinate with other departments and divisions (Facilities, Business Office, Student Life, Counseling, HR, Extended Learning, etc.) to ensure the delivery of academic programs. Keep departmental leaders informed about important school news, initiatives, deadlines, etc. Deliver formal presentations, including presentations to the Board of Trustees, Foundation Board, and Admissions events (Open Houses, Discovery Days, Welcome Days, etc.). Promote engagement and outreach activities specific to the department or disciplines. Serve as the final decision-maker for faculty, parents, students and prospective student concerns by acknowledging, researching and responding to the concern or issue.
NCSSM-Online Program
Lead and oversee online responsibilities. Examples include: Online Welcome, Online Orientation, Summer Scholar Development Course, Online Family Day, Online Weekends, Online Recognition Ceremony, Online Courses, Online Catalog, Online Master Schedules, Online Staffing, Online Purchasing, Online Communications, Online Student Support, Online Clubs, Online Competitions, Online Parents and Families, Online TAs and Tutoring, etc.
Instructional Duties
Teach one course per academic year.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge:
- Wide-ranging knowledge of recent trends, pedagogies, and challenges in higher education, as well as K-12 education. Awareness of curriculum trends at peer institutions as well as university curriculum in the Humanities.
- Scholarly background and research in one or several areas within the Humanities.
- In-depth knowledge of administrative responsibilities within and across departments.
- Background in interdisciplinary teaching, team teaching, course and program development and accreditation.
- Experience with and knowledge of core Humanities offerings, specifically English/literature, history, world languages and/or cultural studies and fine arts. Understand the content, successes and challenges for American Studies.
- Knowledge of the mission of NCSSM and the unique responsibilities of a residential and distance education program. Recognizes the social, emotional, and intellectual needs of this unique student body.
- Knowledge about best practices within Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
- A broad range of personal experience and ability to assess/evaluate the pedagogical techniques and objectives with Fine Arts
- Awareness of trends in contemporary pedagogy that are bringing back John Dewey’s approach, especially ones that prioritize relationships as the center of teaching and learning.
- Knowledge of the complexities of the UNC System for a public STEM high school. Deep knowledge of both higher education/academia and secondary organizational structures.
- Knowledge about different language programs, such as NSLY-I, and others to help boost students’ learning of world languages.
Skills:
- Cultivate the emphasis on critical thinking skills in an interdisciplinary learning environment.
- Practice and promote a collaborative leadership style. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment, understanding that there are faculty, students, and faculty on two physical campuses.
- Advocate for faculty while balancing administrative needs of the whole.
- Mentor faculty by providing clear, constructive, meaningful feedback on an ongoing basis. Experience supervising faculty and serving as a secondary supervisor and supporting middle managers (e.g. department chairs).
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Create structures and systems that encourage faculty innovation and risk taking to facilitate student growth and new opportunities. Fosters and supports creativity as well as provides ongoing encouragement for individual growth.
- Be a leader, mediator, administrator, listener, facilitator and delegator. Seek input from chairs and other faculty members and delegate responsibilities, when appropriate
- Organize and implement a clear, demonstrated plan for departmental short-term and long-term goals.
- Communicate effectively the unique qualities of the Humanities Department and can network with people in and out of the Humanities community. Competency with technical applications across various Humanities teaching areas and able to talk about and understand those applications. Active involvement with the Humanities community at the local, state, and national levels.
- Develop a curricular program not tied to external standards (AP or IB standards, or state standards).
- Manage state and foundation budgets
- Possess soft skills, including but not limited to: negotiation, reconciliation/restorative practices, facilitating difficult conversations, problem-solving.
- Identify best practices in research to support NCSSM in various ways such as current scholarship being published in academic journals on education, the professoriate, interdisciplinary education, and the Humanities and establish research opportunities with local universities
- Develop positive working relationships with those in the department and other employees across other divisions.
- Teach, assess and support students.
Abilities:
- Listen and think critically to ensure departmental progress and find creative ways to promote innovation and positive change as NCSSM continues to evolve. Willingness to ask faculty members and students for input to make changes, as necessary. Possess a sense of humility, vulnerability and characteristics of a growth mindset.
- Promote the work of the Humanities department to diverse audiences (students and families, alumni, other NC stakeholders, prospective donors, etc).
- Develop and support outreach initiatives. Make connections between course content and community-based outreach/volunteering/internship opportunities for students (make humanities courses relevant to real-world context)
- Advocate for resources, in terms of professional development funds, supplies and materials, and facilities. Defining the position of the Department of Humanities within the institution and enthusiastically and strategically situate the department for increased funding and resources.
- Advocate passionately for arts programming in STEM school.
- Navigate the changes to World Languages, respect instructor autonomy while holding faculty accountable for meeting the guidelines/practices/policies of the department and the institution.
- Understand how to work with a master schedule in a way that best meets the needs of students first and faculty.
- Perform educational triage.
- Keep calm under pressure, especially dealing with challenging situations.
- Assist with developing recommendations for improving Humanities teaching and learning and issues in Humanities education on a state and national level.
- Support approaches that support student centered teaching.
- Empower students and faculty to excel by supporting their strengths.
- Encourage open discussion about the department climate and create a structure to ensure steps are taken towards change, when needed.
- Understand advancement work and be an effective fundraiser.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Masters degree in a Humanities or related field and seven years of related experience, to include experience supervision, teaching experience, curriculum development experience, and three years of relevant leadership experience.
When applying, please submit a cover letter, CV, and statement of leadership philosophy.
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-campus Parking
Vacation: Varied based on EHRA or SHRA Classification. For SHRA and Faculty, earn from 14 days to 26 days per year based on years of state service (part-time employees are pro-rated). EHRA SAAO Group I, receives 26 days per year and EHRA SAAO Group II/Instructional (IRIT), receives 24 days per year. Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Bonus Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long term disability (eligible after 5 year of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12 month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions from several different vendors.
Health Insurance: Employee only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees that work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
NC Flex Plan: Plan offers Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending, Dental Insurance, Vision Care Plan, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Core Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Accident, and Group Term Life. All plans are pre-tax basis / Cost varies depending on selections.
Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance: Securian (This is an after-tax plan and is portable)
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition free (at any of UNC 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
Remote Options: Remote options are available (1) when students are not on campus and there are no in-person required meetings and (2) with supervisor approval.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via: Dean of Humanities link.
When applying, please submit these 3 items: a cover letter, CV, and statement of leadership philosophy.
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24-hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Eric Hunsley at eric.hunsley@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
DEPARTMENT: Academic Programs
POSITION LOCATION: NCSSM-Durham or NCSSM-Morganton
POSITION NUMBER: 65037955
POSTING DATE: December 22, 2023
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled – priority consideration to applications received prior to January 31, 2024
POSITION TYPE: 12-months, EHRA IRIT, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Public High School in the U.S.
NCSSM and the Academic Programs foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body, and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
As the founding Director of the Colopy Family program in Entrepreneurship, you will play an instrumental role in building and scaling the program from the ground up. In this unique opportunity, your work will be critical to informing our entrepreneurship strategy as we educate our students in an entrepreneurial mindset through curricular and co-curricular activities throughout the year and across the state. Examples might include courses, summer programs, speaker series, etc.
You will work closely with the Dean of Data Science and Interdisciplinary Initiatives to define and measure key program success metrics, develop and refine programmatic initiatives to meet student needs and build a culture of entrepreneurship across NCSSM’s campuses and programs. You’ve created educational programs in the past and are eager to apply that experience to building a new program that creates partnerships with and leverages the resources of startup communities throughout North Carolina.
In the first month, you will:
- Conduct a thorough needs assessment to identify the resources necessary for the program.
- Develop a detailed program outline and curriculum framework.
- Build relationships with faculty, industry partners, and potential mentors.
- Create a strategic plan for the program’s development and implementation.
In the first six months, you will:
- Establish partnerships with local businesses and entrepreneurial networks.
- Initiate a mentorship program connecting students with experienced entrepreneurs.
- Develop and begin a series of workshops and speaker events to inspire student innovation.
- Develop a process for coordinating and supporting student innovation, including patent applications and start-up formations.
In the first year, you will:
- Evaluate and refine the curriculum based on feedback and outcomes.
- Ensure the program has achieved initial milestones and is on track for sustainability.
- Expand the program’s visibility and student engagement, including establishing an entrepreneurship club or incubator.
- Secure additional funding or resources to support the growth of the program.
Remote Options: Flexible/Hybrid
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Technology startup community in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina or elsewhere
- Secondary or postsecondary academic work; Best practices in 9-12+ educational pedagogy, techniques, trends, and issues nationally
Skilled in:
- Management of online and in-person programs
- Attaining organizational, institutional and area goals
- Ensuring attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
- Communicating effectively across NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online
Ability to:
- Establish ownership of areas of responsibility with an aptitude to anticipate and proactively implement tasks while identifying areas of improvement, efficiencies, and solutions
- Make institution wide decisions that have NCSSM-Durham, NCSSM-Morganton and NCSSM-Online in mind
- Become a liaison and create a network within the entrepreneurship and start-up community
- Adapt to a changing environment while paying critical attention to details
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability
- Interact in a positive manner with diverse internal and external constituents including students, faculty, staff, donors, and the public while upholding the intent and integrity of NCSSM policies and procedures
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external constituents, build relationships, manage expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
- Lead with strong instructional leadership skills including experience in curriculum development
- Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices
- Provide direction in the design, development and administration of institution wide campus programs and initiatives to achieve established strategic plan goals.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Post-baccalaureate credentials (e.g., master’s degree or higher), although a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis. Five years of related experience in program leadership and management for an entrepreneurial support organization, ideally at an academic institution.
Competitive candidates will have:
- Demonstrated leadership and self-direction
- Experience in supporting and development within an entrepreneurial support organization within an educational institution or economic support organization
- Experience organizing and executing online and offline programs
- Experience fundraising
Team NCSSM Benefits
Free On-campus Parking
Vacation: EHRA IRIT employees receive 24 days per year. Leave is earned monthly.
Sick Leave: 12 days per year.
Additional Leave: Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Paid Parental Leave (PPL), Civil Leave, Extended Illness, Short/Long Term Disability, Family Illness Leave, Military Leave, Community Service Leave, Bonus Leave, Voluntary Shared Leave and Leave Without Pay.
Holidays: 12 days per year
Retirement: Required participation for all employees working 3/4 time or more. Option (1) Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees are vested for retirement after 5 years. Option (2) The Optional Retirement Program (ORP) requires 6% of gross salary. Employees in ORP are vested after 5 years of participating in ORP. As a participant in either retirement program, you are automatically covered for short-term disability (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost), long term disability (eligible after 5 year of service/no cost). Death benefit of minimum $25,000/maximum $50,000 based on previous 12 month salary (eligible after 1 year of service/no cost).
Supplemental Retirement Plans: Supplemental retirement plans provide an additional opportunity to help you reach your retirement goals. Supplemental Plan offerings such as a 401(k), 403(b), or 457(b) on a Roth (after-tax) or pre-tax contributions from several different vendors.
Health Insurance: Employee only coverage under the State Health Plan (PPO) is provided to employees that work 30 or more hours a week. The cost is determined by the type of coverage elected by the employee. Dependent coverage is available by payroll deduction.
NC Flex Plan: Plan offers Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending, Dental Insurance, Vision Care Plan, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Core Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Accident, and Group Term Life. All plans are pre-tax basis / Cost varies depending on selections.
Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance: Securian (This is an after-tax plan and is portable)
Tuition Waiver: Three courses per academic year tuition free (at any of UNC 17 campuses that offer courses) for permanent full-time employees.
State Employees Credit Union: Membership welcomed. Contact the SECU Credit Union for information.
Community Service: 24 hours leave credited each calendar year (prorated for part-time) unless you choose the Mentoring/ tutoring option – 1 hour each week up to a max of 36 hours that schools are in session as documented by the elected board of the local education agency or the governing authority of any non-public school.
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via: Director of the Colopy Entrepreneurship Program link.
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24-hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Tracy Fullgraf at fullgraf@ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
Temporary Employment Opportunities — Durham
- Assistant Baseball Coach
LOCATION: NCSSM Durham
POSITION TYPE: Temporary Part-time, Exempt
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Coaches are responsible for organizing and maintaining an Interscholastic team. Coaches are expected to create an atmosphere which will promote group and individual growth both in athletic skills and the concepts of teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
Coaches should have a thorough knowledge of all NCSSM athletic policies and be responsible for their implementation for their team. Coaches work with the NCSSM athletics department to communicate expectations and information to student athletes on their teams. NCSSM Durham athletic coaches report to the Athletic Director for NCSSM Durham.
Coaches are required to be CPR certified and to complete NFHS coursework as required by the NCHSAA. Coaches will be required to drive school vehicles. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license with no serious driving-related convictions. CDL preferred.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free On-campus parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium
Cafeteria on site
HOW TO APPLY: Please send resume and cover letter to NCSSM Athletic Director Greg Jarvis at jarvis@ncssm.edu.
DEPARTMENT: Mathematics
POSITION LOCATION: Durham,NC
POSITION NUMBER: 65010046
POSTING DATE: 3/20/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled –priority consideration to applications received prior to April 15, 2024
POSITION TYPE: Temporary FT, FLSA Exempt
HOURLY RATE: Hourly rate commensurate with education and experience
Hiring salary will be determined based on education, experience, equity, budget, and market considerations.
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Best Public High School in the U.S.
NCSSM and the Mathematics Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
The position reports to the Durham Chair of Mathematics and is responsible for providing instruction for a selection of courses from pre-calculus, calculus, statistics, data science, and courses beyond calculus with emphasis on mathematical modeling, student centered instruction, and use of instructional technology.
General duties include: develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals; plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills; hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department; regularly monitor and evaluate students’ progress, providing them with resources and feedback on their performance; structure and manage an environment conducive to learning; model for students responsibility to self and others; follow the School’s philosophy, policies, and procedures; attend departmental, faculty, and staff meetings; effectively collaborate with colleagues; participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities.
Participate in one or more of the following activities: provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations (professional outreach); assist students on special projects, independent or individual study, and seminar-based studies; provide assistance for school-sponsored programs and extracurricular activities.
Please check out more details on the position profile.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience in the use of educational technology; commitment to curriculum design; and willingness to participate in residential school programs including social, recreational, and advisory responsibilities at times other than usual school hours.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in a related subject field. Experience teaching advanced students.
Preferred: experience teaching courses in Precalculus, Statistics, Calculus, Data Science, or other advanced mathematics coursework.
**When applying, please include a CV, cover letter, and statement of teaching philosophy.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free On-campus Parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
Health Insurance: Temporary employees who are hired to work 30 hours or more for three (3) months or more, are eligible for enrollment in a High Deductible Health Plan. This incurs a monthly expense to both the employee and NCSSM and each year these rates are subject to change.
How to Apply:
Submit electronic application via this link: Temporary Instructor of Mathematics, Durham Campus
Please complete your application in full. All required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form in its entirety. “See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume” will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If applicants are a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least six years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their state application.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. If the highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. NCSSM participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to a posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted. There is a 24 hour waiting period before an applicant can re-apply to a position.
If you have questions, please contact Mikhaela Johnson, HR Specialist, at mikhaela.johnson@ncssm.edu.
DEPARTMENT: Campus Safety
POSITION LOCATION: Durham,NC
POSTING DATE: 3/20/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary PT, FLSA Non-exempt
HOURLY RATE: $16.00
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Best Public High School in the U.S.
NCSSM and the Campus Safety Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
General duties for the “NCSSM-Durham Fleet Vehicle Technician”:
- Clean and detail interior and exterior of vehicles, including vacuuming, cleaning windows, tires, rims, cleaning/treating dash with protectant, removing debris and trash from the vehicle. NCSSM will provide cleaning solutions and materials needed to accomplish these tasks.
- Ensure all cleaning products and equipment are used safely and effectively.
- Drive the (non-CDL) vehicles to the car wash area and back.
- Document mileage of the vehicles.
- Inspect the vehicles for new damage.
- Ensure the pouches issued with vehicles have the appropriate materials in them (i.e. mileage logs, pen, clipboard, insurance information, gas card, vehicle accident reporting worksheet).
- Complete paper or digital logs noting mileage, damage, supply status.
- Keep vehicles stocked with supplies (NCSSM will provide the supplies).
- Regularly check and maintain tire air pressure and vehicle fluid levels.
- Communicate via email with Durham Campus Safety staff about the status of the fleet.
- Cleaning/vacuuming the interior of vehicles, including on and under vehicle seats and cargo areas.
- This position is expected to work eight (8) hours a week over the weekend.
- Additional duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality standards.
- Knowledge of different cleaning products, tools, and techniques used in cleaning vehicles.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong communication and communication skills.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
- Must be able drive vehicles short distances. Must be able to ascend/descend stairs.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license or valid out-of-state driver’s license and the ability to receive a North Carolina driver’s license with sixty (60) days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior work history in vehicle detailing or housekeeping is preferred.
- Demonstrates a high degree of ethical behavior and adheres to the standards and regulations of the NCSSM-Durham environment.
- Dedicated and committed to assisting others with the ability to work with diverse populations and personalities.
- Cooperative, collaborative, and inclusive team player.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and daily responsibilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates solid judgment in the everyday work environment.
How to Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to Chris Hopkins, Assistant Director of Campus Safety, NCSSM Durham, at Christopher.hopkins@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free On-campus Parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
Health Insurance: Temporary employees who are hired to work 30 hours or more for three (3) months or more, are eligible for enrollment in a High Deductible Health Plan. This incurs a monthly expense to both the employee and NCSSM and each year these rates are subject to change.
DEPARTMENT: Campus Safety
POSITION LOCATION: Durham,NC
POSTING DATE: 3/20/24
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary PT, FLSA Non-exempt
HOURLY RATE: $16.54
NCSSM is ranked as the #2 Best Public High School in the U.S.
NCSSM and the Campus Safety Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we are strongly committed to increasing faculty and staff diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at hr@ncssm.edu.
Description of Duties:
Security, Patrol, & Enforcement
- Position will work various shifts upon request of the Director or Assistant Director as needed to supplement existing Campus Safety staff when additional CSOs are needed due to missed shifts (sick, vacation, etc), special events, critical weather events, etc. This may include shifts worked overnight, weekends, and holidays.
- Inspects buildings and grounds to observe and secure facilities against fire and other situations
of potential loss to NCSSM – Durham.
- Admits and releases authorized persons, removes unauthorized persons and provides access
control for approved personnel.
- Responds, investigates, and documents disturbances and/or incidents, takes necessary and
appropriate actions to maintain order, safety and to protect property. Cooperates with campus
staff and external law enforcement agencies while conducting investigations. Testifies in court, if
applicable or required.
- Respond to fire alarms including smoke and trouble alarms. Document causes of alarms and forward information to the appropriate entity. Replace and program broken or malfunctioning smoke detector heads. Perform basic operation of fire panels.
- Provides escort services as requested for students and visitors to NCSSM – Durham facilities and
parking lots.
- Participates in campus-wide events that enhance the Campus Safety Department’s interaction
and visibility amongst the campus community.
- Special assignments including staffing of external/internal events and protecting NCSSM –
Durham equipment and property.
- Is required to operate NCSSM – Durham vehicles including, but not limited to vans, UTV’s, and
any other motorized vehicles safely.
- Participate in the upkeep of the NCSSM fleet of vehicles.
Data Analysis/Reports
- Modify, retrieve and track incident, hazard, statistical and other data, and to compose and
prepare correspondence, surveys, memoranda, routine reports and other written material.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge – Technical: Understanding of protective, security, and enforcement practices. Knowledge and skill in basic first aid. Ability to apply considerable knowledge of property security and enforcement procedures. Thorough knowledge of the policies, rules, and regulations applicable to the property being guarded, sufficient to explain, apply, and enforce the policies, rules, and regulations. Organizational awareness and working knowledge of the infrastructure of the assigned area. Proficiency in using a variety of security and enforcement equipment, which may include parking meters, vehicle boots, gates, alarm panels, radios, cameras, and electronic ticketing devices. Ability to use the full functionality of security/surveillance systems. May require ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment. Ability to keep abreast of developments in security practices.
- Security, Patrol, & Enforcement: Ability to patrol, monitor, and guard an area with a higher assessed risk. Ability to issue warnings or citations. Ability to assist in emergency response. Ability to provide support for special events; ability to control and direct traffic of people and vehicles; ability to erect barricades; ability to provide motorist assistance.
- Decision Making: Ability to analyze situations in order to make quick, sound decisions; ability to recognize critical incidents; ability to initiate action based upon acquired information and knowledge of operating procedures.
- Communication: Ability to listen and understand messages and instructions from others. Ability to gather information as needed. Ability to transmit radio messages using established protocols and procedures. Ability to provide routine responses to general requests for information. Ability to maintain logs and records. Ability to acquire basic understanding of working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, emergency response personnel, and the general public.
Minimum Education and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalency and demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Must be able to patrol the interior and exterior of facilities. Must be able to ascend/descend stairs.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license or valid out-of-state driver’s license and the ability to receive a North Carolina driver’s license with sixty (60) days of employment.
Current valid CPR certification or ability to become certified within sixty (60) days of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior work history of campus safety, security, military, or law enforcement is preferred.
Demonstrates a high degree of ethical behavior and adheres to the standards and regulations of the NCSSM-Durham environment.
Dedicated and committed to assisting others with the ability to work with diverse populations and personalities.
Cooperative, collaborative, and inclusive team player.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and daily responsibilities.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates solid judgment in the everyday work environment.
Must be flexible to work varying work schedules depending on NCSSM – Durham Campus Safety Department needs.
Must possess the ability to create concise and comprehensive written reports and other types of institutional documentation as necessary while applying principles and correct usage of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
How to Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to Chris Hopkins, Assistant Director of Campus Safety, NCSSM Durham, at Christopher.hopkins@ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM Benefits:
Free On-campus Parking
Facilities: Library & Gymnasium – other athletic facilities available at no cost to employees. Cafeteria on site.
Health Insurance: Temporary employees who are hired to work 30 hours or more for three (3) months or more, are eligible for enrollment in a High Deductible Health Plan. This incurs a monthly expense to both the employee and NCSSM and each year these rates are subject to change.
About NCSSM
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from diverse backgrounds from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer residential high school programs in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors or virtual high school courses and programs that students can take alongside their local curriculum, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising 5th- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. NCSSM Extended Learning partners with communities and regions to advance student learning and outcomes.
Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math, and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980 and is a full constituent of the University of North Carolina System. NCSSM’s Ignite + Transform comprehensive campaign seeks to raise $50 million in private support for our mission.
The new NCSSM-Morganton campus opened in 2022 for summer programs and its first fall academic term. NCSSM-Morganton focuses on the booming fields of data science and artificial intelligence, preparing the leaders of tomorrow to navigate a future driven by data and machine learning, with emphasis on the humanistic implications and ethical use of these tools.
Nearly two-thirds of NCSSM graduates earn a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field — over three times the national average, including 58 percent of our underrepresented minority graduates, which is nearly four times the national average. Nearly three-quarters have earned or are seeking a graduate degree. A 2020 economic impact study found that 54 percent of our alumni continue to live and work in North Carolina, catalyzing nearly $1.3 billion in annual economic activity. NCSSM values the diversity in our student body, and all members of the NCSSM community are expected to foster a safe environment of respect and inclusion for all faculty, staff, and students.
For more information, please read the NCSSM strategic plan and visit ncssm.edu.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer