Certified, Local Substitute Teacher, 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 8,700 - 9,500; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Certified Local Substitute Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year in Lincoln, Nebraska. Candidates must hold a minimum of 48 completed college credit hours and a Nebraska Department of Education Local Substitute License.

The position pays $173.85 for full days and $86.92 for half days. Those interested must submit an application by February 15, 2027. Attend orientation following application approval for further instructions.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 48 completed college credit hours.
• Must secure a Nebraska Department of Education Local Substitute Certificate before employment.
• Three certified references required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a local substitute teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Must attend an orientation after application review.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

Minimum of 48 completed college credit hours

Nebraska Department of Education Local Substitute License

Job description

Certified, Local Substitute Teacher, 2026-2027

Lincoln Public Schools NE District – Lincoln, Nebraska. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5732270

Application Deadline: Feb 15, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Local Substitute Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Local substitute teachers are individuals who hold a minimum of 48 completed college credit hours and have been granted a Nebraska Department of Education Local Substitute License.

Full Day Pay Rate: $173.85

Half Day Pay Rate: $86.92

*These rates are from the 2025-2026 school year. The rates for 2026-2027 are pending board approval.

Certification Requirement:

• Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) Local Substitute Certificate: This official permit must be secured prior to employment.

Application Requirements:

• Certified Reference Surveys: Three certified references must complete and return the electronic survey forms before your hire date. Verify the correct email addresses for your references to ensure they receive the forms promptly.
• Local Substitute Orientation: A registration link for the orientation will be sent to your email address after your application has been successfully submitted and reviewed by Human Resources.

Review the link for the Local Substitute Application Process. This includes all the steps required to become a local substitute.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Current LPS employees retiring or changing from a benefits eligible position to a Substitute Only position are subjected to PPACA or NPERS re-employment rules and will need to wait 90 or 180 days.

Do not apply for this position if you hold a degree in education and hold (or recently applied for) a Nebraska Teaching Certificate. Instead, apply for the Certified Substitute Teacher application.

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Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]