Associate Director of Carolina K-12

UNC-Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC

15d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station. The Associate Director of Carolina K-12 supports the Director in leading statewide initiatives that provide free, high-quality professional development and resources to North Carolina educators in history, civics, and the humanities. Carolina K-12 is the K-12 engagement arm of Carolina Public Humanities, fostering collaboration among K-12 teachers, university scholars, museums, and cultural organizations to advance inquiry-based and inclusive education. This position serves as a collaborator in designing and delivering professional learning programs-including regional seminars, teacher retreats, and curricular projects that amplify teacher agency, strengthen civic literacy, and promote historical understanding across North Carolina’s classrooms. The Associate Director will co-lead strategic planning and oversee select projects, ensuring all initiatives align with Carolina K-12’s mission of equity, truth-telling, and democratic engagement. The role requires program management, partnership cultivation, and curriculum development skills, with a focus on scaling the reach and sustainability of Carolina K-12’s statewide impact. The Associate Director also contributes to grant management, communications, and evaluation of federally and foundation-funded initiatives such as, but not limited to, the William Friday Teachers Retreat, America 250 NC Freedom Fellows, and Africa to Carolina.

Requirements

• Ability to design and facilitate educator workshops, retreats, or learning programs.
• Strong commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy in educational practice.
• Proven project management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel within North Carolina and work occasional weekends for program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in K-12 education, curriculum design, or professional development.
• Demonstrated experience in coordinating large-scale educator or professional development events, including scheduling, logistics, and on-site facilitation for teacher workshops, conferences,or retreats.
• Experience managing federal or foundation-funded education programs, including reporting and compliance.
• Familiarity with North Carolina’s educational landscape, standards, and teacher professional development systems.
• Experience with partnership development in museums, cultural institutions, or higher education.
• Background in history, civics, or humanities-based instruction.
• Experience supervising staff, interns, or volunteers.
• Proficiency in digital tools for outreach, program delivery, and data tracking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees