Certified, Substitute Teacher (Current, Former or Retired LPS Teachers Only), 2026-2027

CERTIFIED SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

- Current, Former, or Retired LPS Teachers (2026-2027 school year) Do not apply for this position if you are NOT a current, former or retired Lincoln Public Schools Teacher. Certified Substitute Teachers - Current, Former, or Retired Teachers are individuals who have been hired as certified employees (current or former) with Lincoln Public Schools. Substitute teachers are those who hold a bachelor degree (or higher) in education. Applicants who do NOT hold a degree in education, apply for the Certified, Local Substitute Teacher, 2026-2027 application.

Full Day Pay Rate:

$192.12

Half Day Pay Rate:

$96.05 •These rates are from the 2025-2026 school year. The rates for 2026-2027 are pending board approval.

Certification Requirement:

Requires Nebraska Teaching (Initial, Standard or Professional) or State Substitute certificate

IMPORTANT REMINDER

Current LPS employees retiring or changing from a benefits eligible position to a Substitute Only position are subjected to PPACA or NPERS re-employment rules and will need to wait 90 or 180 days. Review the link for the Substitute Information Page for more details about joining the LPS team! Please watch your email as this is how we communicate information regarding your application and/or hire.

Job Description:

Substitute Teacher This position is subject to a veterans preference.