Special Education Specialist (Education Specialist II)

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Hiring Agency:

Education – Agency 13

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$30.597

Job Posting:

JR2026-00023221 Special Education Specialist (Education Specialist II) (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

03-05-2026

Job Description:

Join our team as a Special Education Specialist and make a meaningful impact on Nebraska’s most vulnerable student populations while helping shape education across the state. In this role, you will analyze and interpret data trends, monitor Results Driven Accountability (RDA), promote the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and ensure that each student’s individual needs are effectively addressed.

We are seeking a team-oriented professional who demonstrates accountability, integrity, and a strong commitment to customer service. If you are passionate about advocacy, dedicated to supporting the unique needs of every student, and eager to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Currently on a contract? Don’t worry! We’ll wait for the right candidate to be released from their contract.

• The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**

Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.

Pay Grade 7: $63,641.21/year

This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.

Teammates Enjoy

In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $27,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!
  • Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
  • 156% state-matched retirement for state plans, or 101% state-matched retirement for school plans
• Thirteen paid holidays per year

Essential Functions

• Provides consultative services and technical assistance to school personnel in districts through interpretation of data trends and Results Driven Accountability (RDA) monitoring.
• Promotes Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and provides assistance in tiered levels of support to assist students in gaining access to general education curriculum.
• Develops and delivers professional learning experiences and provides resources related to evidence-based practice and working with students with disabilities.
• Provides guidance in using effective instructional strategies with students with disabilities in all content areas.
• Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Working Conditions and Travel:

This position requires approximately 50% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 50% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and other service agencies. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per month.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in the field of education or related subject area, one year of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79-807.

NOTE: A Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per 92 NAC 21 must be possessed by the time the candidate begins employment at the Nebraska Department of Education and an active certificate maintained while in the Education Specialist position.

Substitution: Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching per 92 NAC 21, three years of successful preK-12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school or equivalent teaching or school administration experience in another state or country, and eligible for/possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate per §79- 807.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Education, Special Education endorsement, and at least three years of successful preK-12 experience in school district special education.

This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.

If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at [email protected].

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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.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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.

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