NCSSM-Morganton — Be a part of our new chapter
The North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics has become a model of cutting-edge STEM education since its inception in 1980. The first school of its kind, NCSSM has a strong record of attracting faculty, staff and students who value the experience of learning in a vibrant, innovative community. In 2022, NCSSM opened its second campus – NCSSM-Morganton – in Western NC. For more information, check out our page for prospective employees.
NCSSM fosters an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and supports community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is an equal opportunity and affirmative action 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.
Positions are administered in accordance with the provisions and requirements of the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) 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
External applicants apply HERE.
Current employees of state agencies (not including the N.C. General Assembly or UNC System Schools) who have an NC employee Workday account, apply within the internal application portal.
For additional information or questions, please contact careers@ncssm.edu.
SHRA Career Opportunities — Morganton
EHRA Career Opportunities — Morganton
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Instructor
WORKING TITLE: Instructor of Mathematics – Morganton
DEPARTMENT: Mathematics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton, NC
POSITION NUMBER: 65033838
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
POSITION TYPE: EHRA Faculty, 10-month, FLSA Exempt, 1.0 FTE
HIRING SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with education and experience
EXPECTED START DATE: January 11, 2027
NCSSM and the Academics Programs Division 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 application pool for this position. 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:
The position is a full-time, ten-month appointment in the Department of Mathematics at the NCSSM-Morganton campus, with full benefits through the state of North Carolina. This position reports to the Morganton Chair of Mathematics and is responsible for providing instruction for assigned courses.
General duties:
- Plan and develop an instructional program that helps students assimilate specific course content and skills;
- Develop and communicate to students clear course objectives and goals;
- Participate in discipline and multi-section course meetings;
- Create a syllabus and other required administrative documents;
- Take attendance and enforce the attendance policy;
- Grade and provide feedback to students in a timely manner, and submit grade reports on time with sufficient comments when required;
- Communicate with parents and support team when necessary;
- Hold at least three office hours per week and hold tutorial sessions as outlined by the department;
- Structure and manage an environment conducive to learning;
- Model for students responsibility to self and others;
- Follow the school’s mission, policies, and procedures;
- Engage in both January terms by proposing and teaching approved January Term courses;
- Participate in foundational duties for all faculty including required meetings, academic advising, event participation (at least two Saturdays per year), professional development and outreach, written appraisals/evaluations, and involvement in the NCSSM community;
- Serve on departmental, faculty, and school-wide standing committees;
- Write recommendations for up to 15 students each year, as requested;
- Participate in professional development and personal intellectual growth activities;
- Participate in one or more of the following professional duties:
- Provide information, service, and expertise to other schools and organizations;
- Assist students on special projects, independent and individual study, and seminar-based studies;
- Participate in the 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:
Competitive candidates will have experience teaching courses in Calculus, Data Science, or other advanced mathematics coursework; experience in using educational technology; commitment to designing new curriculum; and a willingness to participate in residential school programs including social, recreational, and advisory responsibilities at times other than usual school hours.
Minimum Education and Experience:
A Master’s degree in a related field and previous teaching experience in mathematics at the Precalculus level or above required.
Please ensure that you attach a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy to the online application before submitting.
Temporary Employment Opportunities — Morganton
Please review the Motor Pool Driver Application Form which lists information about the position, including days and times.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume to NCSSM-Morganton Director of Mentorship & Research, Christiane Burkins, at christiane.burkins@ncssm.edu.
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Motor Pool Driver for Mentorship and Research
WORKING TITLE: Motor Pool Driver
DEPARTMENT: Mentorship & Research
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton Campus
POSTING DATE: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, 12-month appointment, Part-time, FLSA non-exempt
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $17.00/hour
NCSSM and the Mentorship and Research Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. 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:
This temporary position will assist with the transportation of Mentorship and Research students to off-site, experiential Mentorship locations in Western North Carolina.
Motor Pool Drivers are responsible for the safe, efficient and timely delivery of mentorship students passengers to their off-site mentorship experiences. This position requires a valid drivers license with no serious driving-related convictions.
This position supports the administration of the Morganton-hosted Mentorship Program, Morganton-hosted Summer Research & Innovation Program (SRIP), and research and innovation at NCSSM.
Remote Options: None
Requirements:
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license
- No serious driving related convictions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
The following are preferred but not required:
- Previous experience driving for an educational institution
- Previous experience driving large capacity passenger vans
- High school degree or higher
Supplemental Information:
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Vacancies also require a motor vehicle check. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
NCSSM is an EEO/eVerify/VEVRAA Employer
How to Apply:
Please send your resume to NCSSM-Morganton Dean of Students, Jenny Merrill, at jenny.merrill@ncssm.edu.
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Motor Pool Driver for Student Life
WORKING TITLE: Motor Pool Driver
DEPARTMENT: Student Life
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton Campus
POSTING DATE: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
POSITION TYPE: Temporary, Part-time, FLSA Non-Exempt
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $17.00/hour (non-CDL); $18.00/hour (CDL)
WORK SCHEDULE:
September 2026 – May 2027
Approximately 5-10 per week depending on Athletic’s schedule and needs
NCSSM has been named the #1 Public High School in America for 2025 and 2026. Join our winning team!
NCSSM and the Student Services in the Division of Student Life foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.
Description of Duties:
- Responsible for maintaining a clean vehicle and checking and maintaining proper fluid levels.
- Reporting all problems/needed repairs with the vehicles to the supervisor
- Obeying all traffic laws and other established regulatory requirements in performance of daily tasks.
- Recognizing emergency situations and following appropriate procedures
- Carrying out all written and verbal instructions
- Consistently treating all passengers with courtesy and respect.
- On occasion, remaining on site at games as a representative of NCSSM and serving in an on-call driver capacity.
- Driving for athletic events and matches
Remote Options: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience driving a 12 & 15-passenger van
- Valid NC Driver’s License required
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid NC Driver’s License
- Commercial driving experience for a school system, business or state agency
How to Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to NCSSM-Morganton Assistant Athletic Director, Ian McMichael, at ian.mcmichael@ncssm.edu.
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
POSITION LOCATION: Morganton, NC campus
POSTING DATE: 9/2/2026
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
NCSSM and the Athletics 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:
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 and NCHSAA 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. 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 so they must have a clean driving record. CDL preferred.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid NC Driver’s License
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
WORKING TITLE: Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $1,200 Stipend
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of soccer techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practical activities
throughout the fall season. The responsibilities will include assisting with the design of practice
planning, administering practice implantation, organizing and helping facilitate travel logistics, organizing match preparation, and managing match day preparation.
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Head Women’s Swimming Coach
WORKING TITLE: Head Women’s Swimming Coach
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,800 Stipend
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of swimming techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practical activities
throughout the fall season. The responsibilities will include assisting with the design of practice
planning, administering practice implantation, organizing and helping facilitate travel logistics, organizing match preparation, and managing match day preparation.
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Head Women’s Swimming Coach
WORKING TITLE: Head Men’s Swimming Coach
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $2,800 Stipend
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the sport of swimming techniques, and ability to plan and facilitate practical activities
throughout the fall season. The responsibilities will include assisting with the design of practice
planning, administering practice implantation, organizing and helping facilitate travel logistics, organizing match preparation, and managing match day preparation.
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 embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion, and seeks to recruit employees who share these values.
About NCSSM
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM), a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. 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. For more information visit ncssm.edu.
Team NCSSM Benefits
NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable. Leave is earned monthly and pro-rated for part-time employees and those working less than 12 months. Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on-site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria. Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union.
Please visit NCSSM Employee Benefits for more information.