Elementary Teachers

  • CPS is seeking elementary instructors for the 2025-2026 school year, to engage students to meet their academic potential using high quality curriculum.
  • The District fosters a positive work culture featuring 335 skilled teachers and administrative staff, modern facilities, 1:1 technology, as well as comprehensive support with weekly professional collaboration, mentorship, and professional development.
  • Extra duty opportunities may be available.
  • Teachers at CPS qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • Sign-on bonus $1000
  • Special Education bonus of up to $2500 and all years of experience may be granted if deemed a hard-to-fill position. Stipend for additional caseload.
  • $1000 monthly stipend for insurance or cash
  • 3 days of annual personal leave
  • 10 days of annual sick leave
  • Paid summer training and on-boarding
  • Columbus is within easy reach of both Omaha and Lincoln. Columbus Public Schools are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Build your secure financial future with CPS!
Zone 4

Grades

K–5

Category

Elementary

Additional Information

Salary is determined by years of experience and education. 

Base salary for 2025-26 school year starting at $41,100/year + $12,000 Cash Stipend ($1000/month to be used for purchase of health/dental insurance or may be taken as cash).

Up to 7 years of experience and all degree work accepted for placement.

$1000 Sign-on bonus.

Starting August 1, 2025.

Contact Information

Columbus Public Schools
PO Box 947
Columbus, NE 68602
https://www.columbuspublicschools.org

Marie Washburn
(p) (402) 563-7000 13392