Emily Kirkpatrick

Emily Kirkpatrick, Executive Director of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

Emily Kirkpatrick is the current Executive Director of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), a position she has held since October 2015.12 Prior to joining NCTE, she served as the Vice President of the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL), where she developed a deep appreciation for NCTE's goals, initiatives, and members.1

Key Facts about Emily Kirkpatrick

• Has over 18 years of experience as an executive leader, defining strategy, innovating programs, driving new business, and building strategic relationships3
• Known for creating humanistic innovations that merge research, policy, and practice to address persistent challenges4
• Formerly the Vice President of the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL)1
• Creator of Wonderopolis®, a modern literacy platform engaging students, educators, and caregivers around nonfiction texts and high-interest topics1
• Responsible for initiatives at NCFL that leverage technology to increase access to resources, including the Aprendiendo Juntos Council and the National Literacy Directory1
• Passionate about literacy and social change, with an outstanding background in collaborative leadership, strategic planning, budget management, and innovative partnerships1

As Executive Director, Kirkpatrick leads NCTE's talented members, staff, and elected leaders to amplify the organization's voice and impact on education in the United States.15 She is committed to working across literacy, English language arts, and English studies to compose the next chapters of NCTE's illustrious history.1