The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) is a professional organization dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of English and the language arts at all levels of education.

When you join NCTE, you’ll be joining the best minds in English, language arts, and writing studies. NCTE is a professional home for ELA educators, supporting you throughout the many …

What Is NCTE? Through collaboration and community, shared stories and shared experiences, NCTE supports teachers and their students in classrooms, on college campuses, and in online …

NCTE is the professional home for literacy educators. Check out all the ways you can get involved with the NCTE community.

Join us in Denver for the 2025 NCTE Annual Convention, November 20–23. Explore sessions, speakers, and events for educators at every level.

NCTE and its constituent groups have developed position statements on a variety of education issues vital to the teaching and learning of English language arts.

This is NCTE’s most popular membership and provides access to the full suite of NCTE offerings (see “What do I get with my NCTE membership”). Individual members may also vote in NCTE …

NCTE/IRA Standards for the English Language Arts These standards are designed to complement other national, state, and local standards and contribute to ongoing discussions …

Join NCTE Elementary Section Steering Committee members for an engaging discussion about member experiences at NCTE and ideas for the future as we continue to grow and support our …

Apr 12, 2025 · Questions and requests for coaches can be sent to [email protected]. The 2026 CCCC Annual Convention will include offsite participation options for those who are not …