Certified - Secondary Science

Kearney Public Schools; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary growth

16 PTO days

185-day contract

Dedicated mentoring

Job summary

Kearney Public Schools invites qualified applicants to join our dedicated science education team. This full-time teaching role emphasizes inspiring students and applying inclusive, collaborative teaching methods.

Candidates should hold or be eligible for Nebraska teaching certification, and be prepared to contribute to mentoring and district-wide professional growth within our 185-day contract framework. Starting pay aligns with step-based growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or endorsement in the Science Education field preferred but not required.
• Hold a current Nebraska Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
• Be a citizen or resident of the United States; KPS does not sponsor visas.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to collaborate and learn.
• Passion for going the extra mile to support students.

Responsibilities

• Teach science to students and inspire lifelong learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement instruction.
• Provide mentorship and support to students and families.
• Uphold district policies and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Willingness to collaborate

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Student-centered approach

Education

Bachelor's degree or endorsement in Science Education

Nebraska Teaching Certificate or eligibility

Job description

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $49,869 to $92,580 Per Year

Application Deadline: Jul 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Starting Date: Aug 2, 2027

Job Description

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and empowering the next generation of learners? At Kearney Public Schools, we invite you to join a progressive, forward-thinking team of educators dedicated to making a meaningful, lasting difference in our students' lives every single day. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where your unique strengths, innovative teaching methods, and dedication to educational excellence are valued and celebrated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or endorsement in the Science Education field preferred but not required
• Hold a current Nebraska Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one
• Passion for going the extra mile to support students with strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to collaborate and learn from others.
• Be a citizen or resident of the United States. (KPS does not sponsor work visas for candidates outside the United States)
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Compensation, Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive Pay: Generous base salary with exceptional bottom-end growth
• Starting Teachers: New teachers all start at Step 3, providing an increased base salary early in your career
• Flexible Leave: 16 PTO days are allotted to all teachers annually. Unused days are paid out.
• 185 Day Contract: With professional development days built in at the start of the year and throughout the year
• Dedicated Mentoring: Team of teachers to work individually and in groups with all teachers as they begin their career.

This position is subject to a veterans' preference.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 –

Melissa Herrmann, Director ofHuman Resources

Kearney Public Schools

320 West 24 th Street

Kearney, NE 68845

308-698-8011

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