Mathematics Education Specialist (Education Specialist III)

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Education is hiring a Mathematics Education Specialist to support educators, schools, and communities in advancing high-quality mathematics instruction for Nebraska students. The role promotes mathematics achievement through partnerships with state agencies, nonprofit organizations, postsecondary institutions, and business and industry partners. It supports implementation of mathematics standards, the statewide summative mathematics assessment, professional learning, and high-quality instructional materials. The specialist also facilitates review and revision of Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Mathematics and develops and delivers professional learning and resources related to mathematics education.

The position is assigned to the Department’s office at 84th and O Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. Approximately 70% of work time is spent in an office; the remaining 30% involves travel or work at alternative sites such as schools, Educational Service Units (ESUs), and other service agencies. The role requires approximately two days of overnight travel per month, a valid driver’s license, independent travel, regular and reliable attendance, and work in a variety of settings. The stated annual pay is $70,618.34, based on available budget funds.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in education or a related subject area; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent Master of Arts in Teaching under 92 NAC 21 may qualify under the stated substitution.
• Two years of successful preK–12 teaching or school administration experience in an approved or accredited Nebraska school, or equivalent experience in another state or country; alternatively, four years under the stated degree substitution.
• Eligible for or possess a current Nebraska Teaching or Administrative Certificate under §79-807. The certificate must be possessed by the time employment begins and maintained while in the position.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel independently.
• Regular and reliable attendance and ability to work in a variety of settings.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in education and five or more years of successful preK–12 mathematics teaching experience as a director, specialist, coordinator, department head, or administrator in a school, ESU, or other professional organization.
• Experience facilitating mathematics professional development aligned with Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Establish and foster strategic partnerships with state agencies, nonprofit organizations, postsecondary education institutions, and business and industry partners to promote mathematics achievement.
• Support implementation of content area standards, the statewide summative mathematics assessment, professional learning, and high-quality instructional materials.
• Facilitate the review and revision process for Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Mathematics.
• Develop and deliver professional learning experiences and provide resources related to mathematics education.
• Provide guidance and recommendations on selecting and implementing high-quality, standards-based instructional resources, including curriculum and digital, open educational, and assessment resources.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, possess a valid driver’s license, travel independently, and work in a variety of settings.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement.
• 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental and vision coverage, long- and short-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and employee discount program.
• Vacation and sick leave earnings starting at 12 days each per year, plus other leave types.
• State-matched retirement: 156% for state plans or 101% for school plans.
• Thirteen paid holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level