Elementary Instructor
Due to a retirement, the Dundy County Stratton Public School District #117 is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Elementary Instructor for the2025-2026 school year. The Dundy County Stratton Public S.D. includes the communities of Benkelman (population 770), Haigler (population 140) and Stratton (population 300) and is situated in the Southwest corner of the state. The district is comprised of approximately 285 students located in a K-6 building and a 7-12 building. Currently, the district is working with the community to establish a new facility for the 2025-2026 school year that will provide childcare for the community as well as house the district Pre-Kindergarten program. Dundy County Stratton competes at the Class D level for NSAA activities/athletics and is a member of the Republican Plains Activity Conference (RPAC).
For the 2025-2026 school year, the district qualifies for the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) that provides free meals to all students in the district throughout the school year. Through local foundations, all graduating seniors are afforded scholarships of $3,000+ per semester for four (04) years of post-secondary education. The district functions in a 1:1 environment with students utilizing laptops or iPads. Dundy County Stratton Public Schools has a strong staff, supportive communities, a progressive board/staff relationship and advanced technology to provide great opportunities for students to succeed.
Grades
K–6Additional Information
Dundy County Stratton Public School District #117 has a 2024-2025 base salary of $41,350.00 with negotiations currently underway for the 2025-2026 school year. The position will have a 185-day contract commencing in mid-August 2025 with full paid Blue Cross Blue Shield family health insurance ($1,050/$3,800 deductible)/single dental insurance along with a long-term disability policy and a $10,000 life insurance policy paid. The district offers certificated staff members fifteen (15) days of paid time off (PTO) annually. All previous years of teaching experience are accepted.
The successful candidate must possess a Nebraska Teaching Certificate and have, or be able to attain, the appropriate endorsement. Coaching and sponsorship opportunities are available but not required.
Contact Information
Dundy County Stratton Public400 9th Avenue West
P.O. Box 586
Benkelman, Nebraska 69021-0586
https://www.dcstigers.org
Alan D. Garey
(p) (308) 423-2738
(f) (308) 217-0380
How to Apply
Interested applicants may send a cover letter, resume, letter(s) of recommendation and a valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate and/or credentials to: Alan D. Garey, Superintendent at alan.garey@dcstigers.org.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Superintendent Alan D. Garey at (308) 423-2738 or alan..garey@dcstigers.org.
EOE/AA and Veterans Preference