University of Nebraska System

High School Teacher
Job Description

Job Summary:

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.

Additional Info

About Us:

University of Nebraska employees enjoy a flexible benefits program allowing you to customize your benefits to suit your personal needs; paid vacation and sick leave in addition to 13 paid holidays; access to career-advancing educational programs, including and employee and dependent tuition benefit applicable at any of the NU campuses; and immediate vesting pre-tax retirement benefits.

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.

 

Additional Information:

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.

Special Instructions:

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.

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  2370
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska System (UNOP)
Org Unit:  Academic Team (UNHS) UNCA
Job Location:  Lincoln, NE 68588
Application Review Date:  7/6/26
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $45,000
Job Type:  Full-Time
Faculty Appointment: 
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  humanresources@nebraska.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  Please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the University of Nebraska to adopt and support measures designed to prevent and eliminate discrimination against employees and prospective employees of the University of Nebraska based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska does not condone or tolerate discrimination.

Posting Start Date:  6/22/26