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Special Education Specialist (Education Specialist II)

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Salary
$64k+
Location
Department of Education - Lincoln, United States of America
Workplace
Onsite
Type
Full-time
Department
Education
Education
Master
Visa
Not sponsored
Closing date
Today
Source
Workday

Description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13


Location:

Lincoln, NE


Hiring Rate:

$30.979


Job Posting:

JR2026-00028741 Special Education Specialist (Education Specialist II) (Evergreen) (Open)


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

09-01-2026


Job Description:

Join the Nebraska Department of Education as a Special Education Specialist and help strengthen Special Education services and programs across the state. In this role, you’ll provide training, consultation, and technical assistance related to Special Education programs, including compliance, data use, and the Improving Learning for Children with Disabilities (ILCD) process. You’ll work closely with school districts, ESUs, service providers, and families to support effective programs and continuous improvement efforts.

We’re looking for someone who is collaborative and organized with strong communication and problem-solving skills. If you are interested in meaningful work that advances positive student outcomes, we encourage you to apply today.


 

**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: $64,436.73/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 well over $20,000 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 districts, ESUs, service providers, and families related to Special Education laws, regulations, policies, evidence-based practices, and other statewide initiatives.
  • Supports statewide monitoring, continuous improvement, and accountability activities through compliance monitoring, data analysis, implementation of the Improving Learning for Children with Disabilities (ILCD) process, Results Driven Accountability (RDA), and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
  • Assists with preparation and submission of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) State Performance Plan and Annual Performance Report.
  • Supports training regarding special education, evidence-based practices and instructional strategies, and data usage, and assists with development and delivery of training.
  • Participates in cross functional special education projects and initiatives.
  • 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 70% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 30% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, and other service agencies. There is also approximately twenty days of overnight travel per year.

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 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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