Math Teacher

Math Teacher (Open)

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.

Location: Lincoln, NE

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

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements / Qualifications

• 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 management skills, flexibility, and a relationship-centered approach will be well suited for this role.
• Other: DHHS will consider elementary endorsed willing to pursue a 7-12 endorsement. Transition to Teach candidates are welcome to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong instructional planning and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Effective classroom management and behavior support techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build positive, professional relationships with students, colleagues, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability, resilience, and commitment to meeting students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• A collaborative mindset and dedication to creating a safe, respectful, and responsible learning environment.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.