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SOE Academic - 340200
Posting Open Date
08/05/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Clinical Assistant Professor in Development and Learning in Elementary Education
Appointment Type
Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID
FAC0006040
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on qualifications
Proposed Start Date
07/01/2027
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
The UNC School of Education, one of the longest-standing professional schools at the nation’s first public university, ranks among the top schools of education in the U.S. and offers a full range of degree programs, from undergraduate to doctorate; forward-thinking certificate and licensure programs; and in-person, online, and HyFlex offerings. Faculty members generate knowledge across a number of fields, including human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, educational policy and leadership, and more; they also prepare students to become the most highly effective educators to lead in classrooms, schools, districts and beyond, as well as future scholars and researchers.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Carolina), established in 1793 as the first public university in the nation, is a doctoral-granting institution situated in the beautiful college town of Chapel Hill, NC. Ranked fifth among public institutions by US News & World Report, and one of the original public ivy schools, Carolina has earned a reputation as one of the best universities in the world. We pride ourselves on a strong, diverse student body, unparalleled academic opportunities, and a value unmatched by any public university in the nation. The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education represents a significant expansion of the School's teacher preparation programs, strengthening Carolina's role in preparing the next generation of elementary educators through a fully undergraduate, practice-focused degree.
The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).
Position Summary
The School of Education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a scholar with professional experience in elementary teacher education and human development for an appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor starting July 1, 2027. The position will contribute to the school's Bachelor of Arts program in Elementary Education as well as its undergraduate major in Human Development and Family Studies. The appointment is full-time for a three-year term, with the potential to renew for additional terms.
This clinical faculty position is primarily teaching-focused and undergraduate-centered. Responsibilities include:
- Teaching undergraduate courses in the BA in Elementary Education and Human Development and Family Science programs, with a focus on elementary classroom contexts, child and adolescent development, and applications of research in educational psychology or learning sciences to classroom settings.
- Contributing to the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of coursework and clinical experiences within the BA in Elementary Education program.
- Collaborating with program faculty to ensure alignment between coursework, clinical practice, and state and national standards for elementary teacher preparation.
- Participating in service activities that support undergraduate programs, including program assessment, accreditation-related work, and partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- Contributing, as a scholar-practitioner, to the intellectual life of the School of Education through engagement with research, practice, and professional communities related to elementary education and human development.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
We seek to hire candidates with an earned doctorate in education or related social science disciplines.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Professional experience in elementary education, teacher preparation, and/or applied work in human development or family science contexts.
- Evidence of effective and inclusive undergraduate teaching, particularly with students preparing for careers in education or human-serving professions.
- A strong ability to bridge theory and practice in courses and clinical settings, with attention to equity, diversity, and the developmental needs of children and families.
- Experience working collaboratively with faculty, school partners, and community stakeholders.
- Commitment to preparing future elementary educators through high-quality, practice-based instruction and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in elementary-grades teacher education is preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Department
SOE Academic - 340200
Posting Open Date
08/05/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Type
Permanent Faculty
Working Title
Clinical Assistant Professor in Development and Learning in Elementary Education
Appointment Type
Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID
FAC0006040
Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week
40
FTE
1
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on qualifications
Proposed Start Date
07/01/2027
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
The UNC School of Education, one of the longest-standing professional schools at the nation’s first public university, ranks among the top schools of education in the U.S. and offers a full range of degree programs, from undergraduate to doctorate; forward-thinking certificate and licensure programs; and in-person, online, and HyFlex offerings. Faculty members generate knowledge across a number of fields, including human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, educational policy and leadership, and more; they also prepare students to become the most highly effective educators to lead in classrooms, schools, districts and beyond, as well as future scholars and researchers.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Carolina), established in 1793 as the first public university in the nation, is a doctoral-granting institution situated in the beautiful college town of Chapel Hill, NC. Ranked fifth among public institutions by US News & World Report, and one of the original public ivy schools, Carolina has earned a reputation as one of the best universities in the world. We pride ourselves on a strong, diverse student body, unparalleled academic opportunities, and a value unmatched by any public university in the nation. The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education represents a significant expansion of the School's teacher preparation programs, strengthening Carolina's role in preparing the next generation of elementary educators through a fully undergraduate, practice-focused degree.
The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).
Position Summary
The School of Education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a scholar with professional experience in elementary teacher education and human development for an appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor starting July 1, 2027. The position will contribute to the school's Bachelor of Arts program in Elementary Education as well as its undergraduate major in Human Development and Family Studies. The appointment is full-time for a three-year term, with the potential to renew for additional terms.
This clinical faculty position is primarily teaching-focused and undergraduate-centered. Responsibilities include:
- Teaching undergraduate courses in the BA in Elementary Education and Human Development and Family Science programs, with a focus on elementary classroom contexts, child and adolescent development, and applications of research in educational psychology or learning sciences to classroom settings.
- Contributing to the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of coursework and clinical experiences within the BA in Elementary Education program.
- Collaborating with program faculty to ensure alignment between coursework, clinical practice, and state and national standards for elementary teacher preparation.
- Participating in service activities that support undergraduate programs, including program assessment, accreditation-related work, and partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- Contributing, as a scholar-practitioner, to the intellectual life of the School of Education through engagement with research, practice, and professional communities related to elementary education and human development.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
We seek to hire candidates with an earned doctorate in education or related social science disciplines.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Professional experience in elementary education, teacher preparation, and/or applied work in human development or family science contexts.
- Evidence of effective and inclusive undergraduate teaching, particularly with students preparing for careers in education or human-serving professions.
- A strong ability to bridge theory and practice in courses and clinical settings, with attention to equity, diversity, and the developmental needs of children and families.
- Experience working collaboratively with faculty, school partners, and community stakeholders.
- Commitment to preparing future elementary educators through high-quality, practice-based instruction and mentoring.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Experience in elementary-grades teacher education is preferred.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree directly relates to the Learning Specialist duties listed in the job posting. A degree in instructional design, curriculum development, psychology, or education typically satisfies the specialty occupation requirement. A business or unrelated degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofits, and government research organizations can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Learning Specialist roles exist in all three categories. Filtering your search to these institutions gives you a filing path that isn't tied to the April registration window.
Search LCA filings to confirm sponsorship history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Learning Specialist jobs by employers who have active LCA filings for this occupation code. Seeing verified DOL Labor Condition Application history tells you the employer has already cleared the wage and documentation step, not just expressed willingness to sponsor.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary
The DOL assigns Learning Specialist roles to SOC code 25-9031. Run your target employer's location through the OFLC Wage Search to see the Level I through Level IV wage floors before your first salary conversation. Offers below the prevailing wage cannot be certified on an LCA.
Clarify STEM OPT eligibility with your DSO early
If you're on OPT and your Learning Specialist role is housed in an instructional technology or educational data unit, your DSO may be able to designate it under a STEM-eligible SOC code. That extension gives you two additional years before your employer needs to file your H-1B petition.
Confirm the job description matches O*NET requirements
USCIS cross-references H-1B specialty occupation claims against the O*NET occupation profile for the listed SOC code. Ask your employer to align the job posting's required qualifications with the O*NET entry-level education standard before the LCA is filed, reducing the risk of a denial based on occupational mismatch.
H-1B Visa Learning Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Learning Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as education, instructional design, curriculum development, or learning sciences. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the position, not just preferred. Generic postings that accept any bachelor's degree can create problems at adjudication, so the job description's language matters.
Which types of employers hire Learning Specialists and sponsor H-1B visas?
K-12 school districts, colleges and universities, corporate learning and development departments, edtech companies, and healthcare systems all hire Learning Specialists and have filed LCAs for the role. Universities and nonprofits are cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without entering the lottery. You can search employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Learning Specialist job seekers?
Cap-subject employers, typically for-profit companies, must register you in the annual H-1B lottery held each March. With a selection rate under 30% in recent fiscal years, a single registration doesn't guarantee a filing slot. Prioritizing cap-exempt employers like universities or nonprofit training organizations eliminates lottery risk entirely and lets your employer file at any point in the year.
What SOC code applies to Learning Specialist roles under an H-1B petition?
Most Learning Specialist roles are classified under SOC code 25-9031, Instructional Coordinators, which the Bureau of Labor Statistics defines as requiring a master's degree for many positions. Your employer uses this code when filing the LCA with DOL. The SOC code also determines your prevailing wage level, so verifying the correct code before the LCA is submitted protects both sides from a wage compliance issue later.
Can an OPT student working as a Learning Specialist transition to H-1B status?
Yes. If you're on standard OPT, your employer needs to file your H-1B petition during the March registration window. If your role falls under a STEM-eligible SOC code and your employer is E-Verify enrolled, your DSO may approve a STEM OPT extension, giving you up to two additional years of work authorization. That extension significantly reduces timing pressure on the H-1B filing.