Here in the heart of North Carolina, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has been shaping public education since 1893. Today, CMS stands as one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the state. Join a team of forward-thinking leaders and educators who are committed to empowering every student for a successful future.
Come & Grow With Us!
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is a vibrant, diverse community where educators and students from all backgrounds come together to achieve academic excellence. With a commitment to innovation, student success, and a supportive environment, we place growth, collaboration, and opportunity at the core of our mission. Simply put, WE NEED YOU to help inspire and shape the future of our students.
As a CMS educator, you’ll receive competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the potential to earn up to $20,000 more through North Carolina’s largest Teacher Leadership Pathway. With strong community support, innovative digital learning, and the chance to live near beaches and mountains, CMS provides an enriching place to grow your career and make a real impact.
Join us to expand your skills, make a meaningful impact, and thrive professionally at CMS!
Three Pathways, One Purpose:
Your Next Step in Teaching Starts Here
Whether you’ve just earned your teaching certificate, are ready to transition from your current profession, or are an experienced educator seeking new opportunities to grow, CMS has the support, resources, and pathways to help you thrive.
Whether you're fresh out of college or looking for a career change, CMS promises:
- Alternative licensing options & teaching residencies
- 12 unique pathways to choose from
- Scholarship opportunities to cover the cost of the program
- Support from the day you enroll to the day you receive your license
School Climate & Culture
- Inclusive, safe, & welcoming environment for students & staff
- Clean, comfortable schools with access to modern technology
- Principals serving as instructional leaders with frequent feedback for educators
- Free induction, mentoring, & coaching programs for new teachers
- Consistent instructional coaching
- Special education classrooms with 2 aides per teacher for robust support
- High-impact collaboration among staff with balanced contributions to goals
- All staff voices are valued & heard in decision-making
- Well-organized & efficiently run schools
Student Support
- Systematic positive behavior systems in place
- Restorative practices
- Family involvement & open communication
- Administration provides support for classroom discipline issues
- Array of classroom strategies to manage challenging behaviors
Student Achievement
- Clear goals for academic growth
- Clearly defined curriculum & instructional approaches
- Staff collaboration around instruction
- Frequent measurement of student mastery
- Specific student engagement strategies
- Family engagement strategies
CMS Grows Our Own
Whether you are a new or experienced educator, we have training and growth programs to support your continued development - including helping employees get their teaching degrees and credentials. We have the largest and most established Teacher Leadership Pathway in North Carolina, allowing high-impact teachers to earn up to $18,250 more per year as instructional leaders. From the classrooms to the sports fields, you can make a difference. Our earnest desire is to help you navigate your career goals and keep you growing inside CMS.
Take a Closer Look
At One of the Best Districts in America for Teachers
Nationally Recognized
A leader in academic achievement
& instructional programs
Diverse
Students from 184 different countries attend our 186 schools, yet we still maintain a small-district feeling.
Wide Ranging
Traditional schools, magnet
programs, & CTE programs
Supported
Over 41,000 parent & broader
community volunteers
Tech Ready
A leading district for integrating digital learning & teaching, including 1:1 student/technology ratio
Great Outcomes
Four-year cohort graduation rate is 84.1%
We believe ~
- Public education is the cornerstone of a thriving democracy
- Every student has the potential to lead, innovate, & succeed
- Learners deserve an engaging, relevant, & challenging educational experience
- Dedicated teachers & principals make a critical difference in student achievement
- Schools, families, & communities must collaborate for student success
- Academic, social, emotional & behavioral success of our students is a priority