Math Teacher

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Health & Human Services
- Agency 25

Lincoln, NE

$25.220

JR Math Teacher (Open)

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Now Hiring:
Certified Math Teacher – YRTC Lincoln

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a dedicated and certified Math Teacher to join the educational team at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center (YRTC) in Lincoln.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth by providing high-quality instruction and academic support in a structured educational environment. We are looking for an educator committed to building relationships, fostering growth, and helping each student achieve academic success in an alternative environment.

• Stable, rewarding career with the State of Nebraska
• Ongoing professional development, including access to Linked In Learning
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Excellent retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and benefits package
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• No conference days required

The State of Nebraska also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, and retirement benefits; learn more here!

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Join the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and become part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of youth, families, and communities across Nebraska.

Hiring rate of position: Based on SCATA

Location: Lincoln, NE

Schedule : M-F, 7:30A
-3:30P

As a Math Teacher at YRTC Lincoln, you will play a vital role in supporting the academic and personal growth of youth in our care.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement engaging individual and group lesson plans that promote student learning and academic achievement.
• Deliver instruction using a variety of evidence-based teaching strategies while adapting lessons and instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs, abilities, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Assess student learning through assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests, while providing timely, specific, and meaningful feedback.
• Maintain accurate student records in accordance with state laws, district policies, and departmental regulations.
• Establish and implement effective classroom management and behavioral support strategies that foster a safe, respectful, and responsible learning environment.
• Monitor and evaluate students’ academic progress, behavior, social development, and overall well-being.
• Collaborate and maintain professional communication with school leadership, facility administrators, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Provide instruction and support to youth ages 14–18 in a secure, structured educational setting.
• Participate in school and facility initiatives, including student supervision, community-based projects, and collaborative activities with fellow educators and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the educational mission of YRTC Lincoln.

Minimum Qualifications: Valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications: Posses or be able to obtain a 7-12 teaching endorsement.

Ideal candidates will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Previous classroom teaching experience, preferably in mathematics.
• Knowledge of Nebraska State Standards and best instructional practices.
• Experience working with at-risk youth or alternative educational settings is preferred but not required. Educators with strong classroom…