NC New Teacher Support Program Instructional Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Tuition opportunities within UNCSystem

Wellness programs

Job summary

The NC New Teacher Support Program (NC NTSP) Instructional Coach at the University of North Carolina Wilmington will manage a cohort of teachers in one or more schools in the southeast region and provide three core services: professional learning, individualized coaching, and aligned professional development.

The position requires a current NC teaching license, a master's degree in education, and 5+ years of teaching experience with strong adult learning leadership.

Qualifications

• Current NC teaching license
• Master's degree in education or a related field
• 5+ years teaching experience with measurable student outcomes
• Experience leading adult professional learning
• Knowledge of NCSCOS, NC Professional Teaching Standards, NC DPI Induction Program, Mentor Standards and teacher leadership standards

Responsibilities

• Support beginning teachers through delivery of the program's three core services: professional learning institute, individualized instructional coaching, and aligned professional development.
• Collaborate with NC NTSP staff, school and district leadership, UNC system Schools of Education, and others to ensure an effective support network for new teachers.

Skills

Adult learning leadership

Teacher leadership

Collaboration

Communication skills

Technology skills

Education

Master's degree in education

Current NC teaching license

Job description

NC New Teacher Support Program Instructional Coach

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by aclear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, andstrengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic visionand commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic andcollaborative environment where employees can make meaningfulcontributions while growing their careers.Located in coastal NorthCarolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic communitywith the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here,professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality oflife—creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally andprofessionally.As a member of the Seahawk community, you'll benefitfrom a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, andconnection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits packagedesigned to support your health, financial well-being, andprofessional growth. From comprehensive health coverage andretirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunitieswithin the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, andwellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both atwork and in your personal life.

Recruitment Range: $54,000 - $60,000

Vacancy Number: E1589

Competency Level:

Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus

Home Department: Engagement and Professional Learning -31402

Division: Academic Affairs - 30 Division

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The NC New Teacher Support Program (NC NTSP) seeks to be a leaderin university-based induction support through the belief in andpractice of transformative, intentional coaching to increasestudent achievement by improving beginning teacher effectivenessand retention. Under the direction of the UNC GeneralAdministration and in collaboration with institutions of highereducation and Local Education Agencies, the mission of the NC NTSPis to support beginning teachers through consistent,individualized, in-the-moment coaching aligned to individualizedgrowth and personalized professional development.

College/School Information:

The Watson College of Education (WCE) (www.uncw.edu/ed) is agrowing college with over 60 tenure-track faculty members workingin undergraduate and master's programs in the Department of EarlyChildhood, Elementary, Middle, Literacy and Special Education andthe Department of Instructional Technology, Foundations andSecondary Education, and master's and doctoral programs in theDepartment of Educational Leadership. It offers severalinternational study programs and maintains partnerships withnumerous school districts, community colleges, andcolleges/universities in the region. The Watson College ofEducation is committed to inclusiveness and to embracing uniquecontributions. This commitment to diversity is embedded in ourmission and value statements.

University Information:

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastaluniversity, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring,research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-classfaculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national levelfor scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerfulacademic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and criticalthinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers afull range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as wellas doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology,nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learningoptions, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSNprogram, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for workingprofessionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree programfocused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarlyactivities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "DoctoralUniversities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University)by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of HigherEducation.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since1969.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

The NC NTSP Instructional Coach affiliated with the Watson Collegeof Education at the University of North Carolina Wilmington will manage a cohort of teachers assigned in one or more schools and/orschool districts in the southeast region and will be assigned tothese locations as needed. The primary role of the NC New Teacher Support ProgramInstructional Coach position is to support beginning teachersthrough the delivery of the program's three core services 1)professional learning institute, 2) individualized instructionalcoaching, and 3) aligned professional development. InstructionalCoaches will also play an integral role in developing the broadersupport program, working closely with NC NTSP staff, school anddistrict leadership, UNC system Schools of Education, and others toensure that the web of support is effective for new teachers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Current NC teaching license
• Master's degree in education or a related field
• 5+ years teaching experience with measurable studentoutcomes
• Experience leading adult professional learning
• Knowledge of NCSCOS, NC Professional Teaching Standards, NC DPIInduction Program, Mentor Standards and teacher leadershipstandards

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills &Experience:

• National Board for Professional Teaching StandardsCertification
• Demonstrated leadership while working in a public school/and orhigher education setting
• Experience and direct knowledge of edTPA rubrics and effectivemodels of teacher preparation from pre-service throughinduction
• Skilled in data collection, analysis, and evidence-baseddecision-making
• Demonstrated talent and innovation as a classroom teacher,instructional coach, beginning teacher mentor and/orschool/district leader
• Approachable, collaborative, reflective, motivating, andsolutions-focused
• Strong collaboration, communication, and technology skills
• Knowledge of pedagogy and adult learning theory; knowledge offederal and state education policies
• Knowledgeable of the Teaching Fellows program andinitiatives

Required Certifications or Licensures:

Current NC teaching license

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months Per Year: 10A (Aug-May)

Work Days:

Work Hours:

Type of Position: Time-limited

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited: 06/30/2028

Position Number: E1589

Job Posting Date: 08/13/2026

Posting Close Date: 08/27/2026

Number of Openings: Single Incumbent

Special Notes to Applicants:

This position is time-limited with the possibility ofcontinuation pending availability of funds and departmentneed.

Eligibility for Employment:

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offenderbackground checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motorvehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federallaw requires all employers to verify the identity and employmenteligibility of all persons hired to work in the UnitedStates.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant foret employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, genderidentity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color,national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexualorientation, political affiliation, veteran status, militaryservice member status, genetic information, or relationship toother university constituents - except where sex, age, or abilityrepresent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications orwhere marital status is a statutorily established eligibilitycriterion for State funded employee benefit programs.