Teacher - Lincoln Area

Teach. Mentor. Inspire. Make a real difference with the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS). This role brings the power of education to those who need it most, fostering hope and creating pathways for successful integration through High School, Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, Career Readiness academic core, and English as a Second Language.

Lincoln, NE – Nebraska State Correctional Services Reception and Treatment Center (RTC) 24/7 – Lincoln

• Plan lessons for individual students and group of students.

• Teach small and large group classes in math, science, social studies, reading, language, and provide program for English as a second language as needed.

• Work with students whose abilities range from 0 to 12.9+ grade levels and ages from 14 to 65+.

• Utilize online learning resources to integrate secure technology into lessons.

• Document classroom activities and student progress weekly.

• Maintain classroom supervision and discipline while supervising and training inmate teacher aides.

• Complete monthly payroll for incarcerated individuals.

• Identify learning materials to recommend for purchase.

• Develop and produce learning boards, computer generated worksheets, tests, lessons, classroom management tools, and other items as needed.

• Maintain computer‑based data management system requirements related to education, Education LACES, and NICaMS data.

• Work with staff to develop a team approach to education.

• Maintain tool control and inventory.

• Monitor designated areas for cleanliness, maintain supply inventory, and complete required safety and sanitation reports.

Valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate.

• Background working with at‑risk or high‑risk students and/or in a correctional setting.
• Experience working with highly differentiated learners on individualized learning paths.
• Training in Orton‑Gillingham and familiarity with online learning systems such as IXL, Essential Education, or SchoolsPLP.
• Computer skills including Windows, Word, and Excel.

Transcripts required prior to appointment. Applicants must pass a pre‑employment medical exam and a drug test. Successful completion of the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program at Staff Training Academy is required.

Comprehensive package including pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The State of Nebraska values diversity and promotes inclusion, hiring and promoting in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.