Anticipated Certified Special Education Positions for 2027-2028

Westside Community Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Community Schools in Omaha, NE seeks certified special education teachers for the 2027-2028 school year. Candidates must hold a Nebraska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements and can look forward to contributing to curriculum design and differentiated instruction in a collaborative district setting.

The positions are anticipated to be full-time with responsibilities including assessment, progress monitoring, and coordination with ESL/Reading supports as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education and Nebraska teaching certificate as required by NDE Rule 10.
• Endorsements matching district needs as required by state rules.
• Experience with diverse learners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies aligned with objectives.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress in a timely manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study meeting individual needs and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Provide regular progress reports and referrals as needed.
• Collaborate with department and grade-level teachers to support student success.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum design

Instructional strategies

Assessment and progress monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Anticipated Certified Special Education Positions for 2027-2028

Job Details

Westside Community Schools District Wide - Omaha, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5963403

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 29, 2027

Job Description

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

909 South 76th Street

Omaha, NE 68114

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Anticipated Certified Special Education Positions; 2027-2028 School Year

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in curriculum review and design.
• Implementa variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
• Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL, Reading, Special Reading).
• Effectively implement district initiatives.
• Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree required. Must possess at all times during employment a valid Nebraska teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements as required by NDE Rule 10.

Westside Community Schools is an EEO employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required