Early Childhood Teacher

Umonhon Nation Public School is seeking teacher candidates to join our growing, progressive and culturally enriched public school. UNPS is located on the Omaha reservation, 30 miles south of Sioux City, IA and 60 miles north of Omaha, NE. Umonhon Nation Public School has been recognized for its innovative educational implementation, using applied behavior analysis. restorative practices, and project-based instruction. Candidates will experience rich cultural activities, and enjoy truly groundbreaking instructional delivery through the Ashita Thewathe Outdoor Classroom, 7-acre School Garden and our newly opened Against the Current Career Academy. We are in the top two in the state of Nebraska in regards to salary and benefits, and offer our staff professional development, instructional coaching and self-care opportunities. Must have or be eligible to obtain a valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate.

Ø $5,000 Sign on Bonus paid at beginning of contract

Ø 185-day contract

Ø Contract hours are 7:45am - 3:45pm

Ø Competitive Salary ($47,104 base for 2024-2025 school year)

Ø Family Health Insurance: 100% premiums paid by the district

• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• $650 deductible
  
  

Ø Family Dental Insurance: 100% premiums paid by the district

• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  
  

Ø Family Vision Insurance Coverage: 100% premiums paid by the district

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)
  
  

Ø Supplemental Insurance available for purchase

• New York Life
  
  

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• Disability Insurance
  
  

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• Life Insurance
  
  

Ø Paid Time Off

• 1st year of service = 12 PTO days
• 2nd year of service = 13 PTO days
• 3rd year of service = 14 PTO days
• 4th and any subsequent years of service = 15 PTO days
  
  

Ø Banked sick-leave payout

Ø Credit for years of teaching experience

Ø Eligible under public service student loan forgiveness

Ø Low student-teacher ratio (50% of the State Average)

Ø Modern facilities

Ø Administrative support

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