High School Teacher

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska – Lincoln is seeking a High School Teacher to join the University of Nebraska System in Lincoln, NE. The role requires a valid NE K-12 or 7-12 certificate and 1–3 years of high school teaching experience. Responsibilities include daily communication with students and parents, LMS usage, and collaborating with staff.

Sponsorship is not offered. The position is on-site in Lincoln, NE, with a focus on engaging students and maintaining accurate records while supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years of successful high school teaching experience.
• Valid NE K-12 or 7-12 teaching certificate endorsed in the teaching area.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with students daily via email and address questions about course content and LMS.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues for problem solving and collaboration.
• Keep thorough records and assist in creating and delivering teacher professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Technology proficiency

Record keeping

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NE K-12 or 7-12 teaching certificate

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Position Information

Working Title: High School Teacher

Department: University of Nebraska System

Requisition Number: S_260667

Posting Open Date: 08/17/2026

Application Review Date: 08/31/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Description of Work

The teacher must hold and maintain a valid NE (7-12 or K-12) teaching certificate and be endorsed in at least one teaching-content area; 1-3 years of successful teaching at the high school level. The teacher will be responsible for communicating with students daily on email, answering questions about course content, the learning management system used and communicate with co-workers in problem solving. The teacher should possess proficient computer/technology skills. The teacher will also be responsible for reaching out to students and parents to follow-up on their engagement in completing coursework as well as other duties assigned by the principal. Effective record keeping is an essential skill as well as the ability to assist in creating and providing teacher professional development.

Please note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

This position is not eligible for an alternative worksite arrangement and will be located on-site in Lincoln, NE.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 year to 3 years successful teaching experience
• Hold/Maintain valid NE K-12 or 7-12 certificate, endorsed in the teaching area.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate is an agile professional with strong interpersonal communication skills, flexibility and responsiveness; exhibits high ethical standards; proficient in managing time and competing priorities; responsive and committed to supporting and motivating staff; committed to the ideals of a major public research university.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required: No
• Physical Required: No
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.: No
• Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Posted Salary

$45,000/yr

Job Details

Job Category (old): Managerial/Professional

Job Type: Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5):

Work Location (City, State): Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?: No

Contact Information

Direct questions about the position to: [e-mail]

Direct questions about the on-line application process to: 402-472-3701