Certified: Elementary Teacher; 1st Grade

Certified:
Elementary Teacher (1st Grade)

Howard Elementary, Fremont Public Schools, Fremont, Nebraska. The position is open and will be posted until filled.

Job : 5541513

Final date to receive applications: Open until filled

Posted: Feb 17, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 29, 2026

Position: 1st Grade Teacher

Location: Howard Elementary

Qualifications: Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base Salary: per 2026-27 Salary Schedule plus an Annual Flat Salary Stipend. Total gross salary for BA, Step 1 is $52,896.00 ($43,896.00 + $9,000 stipend).
• Professional growth support and a New Teacher Mentorship Program.
• One‑time salary advance opportunity for new teachers.
• Paid Leave: 4 Personal Days; 9 Sick Days; 5 Bereavement Days;
  Civic Leave;
  Professional Leave as determined by administrators. Certified staff administer a Sick Leave Bank; parents or guardians may use up to 4 sick days to attend FPS-sponsored activities.
• Retirement: FPS is a member of the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System.
• Long‑term disability; $10,000 individual life insurance; quarterly perfect attendance bonus.
• Health, dental, vision insurance (FPS contributes to premiums); additional voluntary life insurance; tax‑sheltered annuities (403b); flexible spending accounts; supplemental policies via AFLAC and Colonial Life (short‑term disability, accident, group cancer, hospitalization/critical illness).

Contract Type: Full-Time, contract begins 7/29/2026.

Reports To: Building Administrator

Application Process: Interested and qualified applicants can apply online .

Veterans Preference: All positions subject to veterans preference.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Certification/Licensure: Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement and level for area and grade being taught.

Experience Desired: Experience working with students during college training or prior teaching.

Other Requirements:

• Good human relations skills.
• Ability to work with students, staff, administration, and parents.
• Knowledge of subject area to be taught.
• Ability to plan lessons, teach to an objective, and adjust lessons as necessary.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer operation with an alphanumeric keyboard.

The teacher will:

• Plan and deliver lessons matching the intended curriculum and meeting individual student needs.
• Create objectives at the correct level of difficulty and assess understanding.
• Instruct assigned students at the location and times designated.
• Develop and maintain a conducive classroom environment.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies.
• Model appropriate behavior for students.
• Evaluate student performance through written tests and performance‑based assessments.
• Collaborate with other teachers on instructional goals and methods.
• Assist with selecting instructional materials and equipment.
• Implement student conduct policies and maintain classroom order.
• Supervise fire drills and emergency preparedness programs.
• Follow board regulations and district policies.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Attend staff meetings, parent/teacher conferences, and committee work.
• Participate in professional growth activities (workshops, seminars, conferences, in‑services).
• Complete special projects and other assigned duties.

Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pulling/pushing, climbing, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying 1‑150 ft. Manual dexterity tasks require operating computers, AV equipment, copy machines, telephone, and other equipment.

• Location:
  
  Both inside and outside the classroom.
• Climatic Environment:
  Heated classroom; air conditioning depends on building.
• Hazards:
  Exposure to communicable diseases, classroom furniture and equipment.

• FPS Human Resources
• Email: hr

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: It is the policy of Fremont Public Schools to not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, or other protected status in its educational programs, admission policies, employment policies, or other administered programs. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Superintendent.