Homebound Teacher

Omaha Public Schools Central Office - Omaha, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Omaha Public Schools

Job ID:5354512

Application Deadline:Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted:Sep 01, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:To Be Determined

Director of Special Education

Step 1 with a Bachelor's Degree:

Step 1 with a Master's Degree:

Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience. Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable negotiated agreement.

This position is treated as a full-time exempt certified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time, and the Teacher Contract. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.

Job Title:Homebound Teacher (Applicant Pool)

Note: In lieu of individual school/position postings, we utilize pool postings as a way to connect with talented individuals like you. During the interview journey, we delve into your preferences, skills, and ideal work locations to find a position for you among our diverse opportunities.

Location:Teacher Administrative Center, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131

Reports To:Executive

Director of Special Education

Work Schedule/FLSA Status:per negotiated agreement / Exempt

Salary Schedule:

2025/26

Step 1 with a Bachelor's Degree:$51,200 + 10% variance* ($5,120)= $56,320

Step 1 with a Master's Degree:$57,820 + 10% variance* ($5,782)= $63,602

*Variance is for special education positions, special education endorsement required.

Position Purpose:The Homebound Teacher will serve school aged children who have been excluded from school for a variety of reasons, or are enrolled the Virtual School in OPS.This position includes working with students in Douglas County Youth Center (DCYC) and other Rule 18 schools. The teacher will also work with the classroom teacher to provide instruction that attempts to keep the student with his/her class. These students are verified with a disability through the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) process, while in the Homebound program.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction as outlined on the IEP
• Collaborate with the traditional school to maintain progress in general education courses
• Provides services in homes, hospitals, and virtually
• Maintain compliance on all special education procedures, timelines, and documents such as Individual Education Program (IEP), progress reporting, parent notification, consents, evaluation process, etc.
• Continuous assessment and evaluation of progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals.
• Plans for and guides the learning process to help students achieve their program objectives
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes a cooperative relationship with all assigned students.
• Maintains open lines of communications with parents, guardians and staff.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and lesson planning and student progress toward IEP goals as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Developing students’ cognitive, emotional and social capacities for learning.
• Positively fosters students’ self-esteem.
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
• Selects and uses effective instructional methods and learning materials.
• Engages in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards with ethical and professional performance established by district policy as well as the State Board of Education.
• Works collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid NE Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Special Education, required.
• A minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience in a special education are preferred.
• Professional verification of successful teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
• Skill in organization, time management, communication, and positive interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Ability to understand the individual needs of each student.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.
• Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and special education students.
• Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment:This position may require the ability to use assistive technology in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:Travel will be required daily to locations to serve students (ie: hospitals and homes).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in school building environments.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

Terms of Employment

Terms of employment are contingent upon:

• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of a Teacher Contract presented by OPS.

Position Type:Full-Time

Salary:$51,200 to $98,087 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Alternative Learning Environment

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Erin Perry , Talent Services/HR Hiring Coordinator
• Central Office, Dept of Human Resources
• Phone: 531-299-9776
• Email:

The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.