Sean Colbert-Lewis

Sean Colbert-Lewis is an Associate Professor of History and Education at North Carolina Central University, serving as Director of Teacher Education in the History Department. He coordinates the Comprehensive Social Studies academic concentration for history majors pursuing baccalaureate degrees and secondary social studies teaching licenses in North Carolina.

His educational credentials include:

• Master of School Administration, North Carolina Central University (2017)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education, University of Virginia (2005)
• Master of Teaching in Education, University of Virginia (2000)
• Master of Arts in History, Virginia Tech (1995)
• Bachelor of Arts in History, Virginia Tech (1992)

Dr. Colbert-Lewis specializes in American and world history instruction alongside social studies pedagogical methods for K-12 pre-service teachers. His research spans K-12 curriculum development, teacher education frameworks, educational leadership models, and policy implementation across school administration levels. He actively shapes future educators through curriculum innovation in social studies and history education.

Professional recognition includes:

• National Board Certification (NBCT) for secondary social studies (since 2011)

As academic advisor for Comprehensive Social Studies history majors, he guides students toward careers in K-12 teaching, school administration, and higher education leadership. He holds active North Carolina certifications in school administration and secondary social studies teaching (grades 9-12), directly informing his curriculum development expertise across K-12 and higher education contexts.