English Learner Specialist (Education Specialist III)

State Of Nebraska

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Lincoln, NE - USA

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Posted on: 4 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13


Location:

Lincoln NE


Hiring Rate:

$33.532


Job Posting:

JR2026- English Learner Specialist (Education Specialist III) (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

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Job Description:

Are you passionate about supporting English Learners and helping schools build strong effective programs Join the Nebraska Department of Education as an English Learner Specialist and make a statewide this role you will partner with districts educators and other NDE teams to strengthen programs navigate federal requirements provide professional development and support meaningful outcomes for students. Your work will help ensure schools have the guidance and tools needed to serve multilingual learners effectively.

We are looking for someone who is collaborative detail-oriented and comfortable working with complex requirements. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can translate regulations into practical guidance build relationships and manage multiple priorities with a proactive problem-solving approach. If youre ready to help shape the future of English Learner programs we encourage you to apply.

Currently on a contract Dont worry! Well wait for the right candidate to be released from their contract.


**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**

Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St Lincoln NE.

Pay Grade 9: $69746.51/year ($70618.34/year after pay structure increases on June 29 2026)

This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.

Teammates Enjoy

In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $28000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at benefits paid time off and retirement

  • Thirteen paid holidays per year
  • Essential Functions

    Working Conditions and Travel:

    This position requires approximately 75% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 25% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools educational service units and other service agencies. There is also approximately twenty days of overnight travel per year.

    Requirements / Qualifications:

    Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in the field of education or related subject area two years of successful preK12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 79-807.

    NOTE: A Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the Education Specialist position.

    Substitution: Bachelors degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching per 92 NAC 21 and four years of teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 79-807.

    Preferred Qualifications: Endorsement in English Second Language or Bilingual Education and teaching or administrative experience working with English Language Learner (ELL) students. Direct involvement (e.g. committee member) in the Continuous Improvement Process and experience developing and delivering professional development.

    This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.

    If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE please email us at .



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