Assistant Director - Educator Certification (education Specialist Iii)

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Lincoln, NE, US
Base: $69,746.51pyear rising to $70,618.34pyear af...
Educator certification system management
Interpretation of state education laws
Programmatic leadership and training
Join us as Assistant Director of Educator Certification to contribute to getting teachers into classrooms across the state

Job Summary

  • Join us as Assistant Director of Educator Certification to contribute to getting teachers into classrooms across the state.
  • Our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $28,000 in additional Benefits value including competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement plans.
  • This position impacts schools significantly by overseeing certification processes and providing leadership and training related to educator credentialing.

Matching Summary

Join us as Assistant Director of Educator Certification to contribute to getting teachers into classrooms across the state.

Salary

Base: $69,746.51/year rising to $70,618.34/year after June 29, 2026; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Approximate $28,000 value including health insurance, paid leave, retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Educator certification system management
  • Interpretation of state education laws
  • Programmatic leadership and training
  • Customer service skills
  • Communication with stakeholders
  • Office-based work environment
  • Travel for meetings and conferences

Nice-to-have

  • Process improvement collaboration
  • Policy development input
  • Experience with Nebraska Educator Certification System
  • Ability to serve as interim Director
  • Team-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Master’s degree in education or related field
  • Two years preK-12 teaching or school administration experience
  • Current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate
  • Bachelor’s degree with four years teaching or administration experience as substitution
  • Eligible for or possess Nebraska certificate by employment start
  • Preferred: three years PreK-12 teaching or administrative experience

Work Rights

Must possess Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate

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