Osceola Public Schools

Osceola Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

ELEMENTARY READING TEACHER, TITLE I COORDINATOR, MTSS COORDINATOR/INTERVENTIONIST

Due to professional advancement, Osceola Public Schools is looking for a qualified reading teacher in our PreK-5 building for the 2025-2026 school year.  The position would entail reading instruction, Title I coordinator, and MTSS coordinator (or at a minimum MTSS Interventionist).  Osceola Public Schools is a district of about 250 students K-12, located between York and Columbus and within about an hour or less drive to Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island.  Osceola Elementary is rated by NDE as an Excellent School and part of a District with an Excellent rating.  We have had a history of strong Elementary education and was named a Blue Ribbon School in 2018.  We are looking for a strong teacher to continue that tradition.  Osceola is a progressive community, known for good academic performance and community support and is looking for an innovative/energetic individual to nurture a student's love of learning.  Additional coaching or sponsorship opportunities are available, but not required.

Interested applicants should download and save a formal teacher application, then forward completed application, a letter of application, resume, credential file/transcripts, and a copy of their teaching certificate to:

Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent
PO Box 198
Osceola, NE 68651

or email to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org

If you have any questions about the position, please call at 402-747-3121. Osceola Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and this position will remain open until filled.

ELEMENTARY TEACHER NEEDED!!

Osceola Public Schools is accepting applications for an elementary teacher for the 2025-26 school year.  Additional coaching opportunities are available, but not required. The position currently sits as an upper elementary position, but that can vary depending on the candidate. Coaching and sponsorship positions are available for both boys and girls at the junior high and high school levels.

Interested applicants should download and save a formal teacher application, then forward completed application, a letter of application, resume, credential file/transcripts, and a copy of their teaching certificate to:

Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent
PO Box 198
Osceola, NE 68651

or email to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org

If you have any questions about the position, please call at 402-747-3121. Osceola Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and this position will remain open until filled.

K-12 MUSIC TEACHER

Osceola Public Schools is accepting applications for a K-12 Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.  The District’s Music program in progressive with great community support and looking for an innovative/energetic individual to enhance our students’ love of music.  A huge positive is that the program has its own Boosters that handle fund raising.  Osceola Public Schools is a district of about 240 students K-12, located between York and Columbus and within about an hour or less drive to Omaha, Lincoln, Grand Island, and Hastings. Successful candidate will be teaching Elementary Music 3 periods of the day with the remaining 5 periods spent with Middle School and High School Band and Chorus.

Interested applicants should download and save a formal teacher application, then forward completed application, a letter of application, resume, credential file/transcripts, and a copy of their teaching certificate to:

Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent
PO Box 198
Osceola, NE 68651

or email to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org

If you have any questions about the position, please call at 402-747-3121. Osceola Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and this position will remain open until filled.

HEAD VARSITY VOLLEYBALL COACH

Osceola Public Schools is looking for a Head Volleyball Coach for the 2025-2026 school year.  The position is from approximately August 1st through the start of November.  A teaching endorsement is not required, but any teaching endorsement would be considered. Salary varies depending on experience.

Interested applicants should download and save an application from the above links (if you are interested in a teaching position, please use the Teacher Application. If you are only interested in the coaching, please use the Employment Application), then forward completed application, a letter of application, resume, credential file/transcripts, and a copy of their teaching certificate to:
Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent
PO Box 198
Osceola, NE 68651

or email to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org

If you have any questions about the position, please call at 402-747-3121. Osceola Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and this position will remain open until filled.

HEAD GIRLS BASKETBALL COACH

Osceola Public Schools is looking for a Head Girls Basketball Coach for the 2025-2026 school year.  The position is from approximately the start of November until the end of February.  A teaching endorsement is not required, but any teaching endorsement would be considered. Salary varies depending on experience.

Interested applicants should download and save an application from the above links (if you are interested in a teaching position, please use the Teacher Application. If you are only interested in the coaching, please use the Employment Application), then forward completed application, a letter of application, resume, credential file/transcripts, and a copy of their teaching certificate to:
Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent
PO Box 198
Osceola, NE 68651

or email to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org

If you have any questions about the position, please call at 402-747-3121. Osceola Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and this position will remain open until filled.

BUS DRIVER NEEDED!!

Osceola Public Schools is looking for someone interested in driving a bus on a part-time, full-time, or substitute basis. All training and certification costs will be covered by the school district. Driver needs to have a clean driving record and a CDL with passenger permit. If you have interest in driving, please contact Jesse Pliefke at Osceola Public Schools for more information at 402-747-3121. If you need help getting certification to drive a bus, we can also help with that.

Drivers are paid per route. Call to inquire about pay.

Substitutes needed immediately. Part-Time or Full-time bus driver needed for this school year and beyond.

PARAEDUCATOR NEEDED!!

Osceola Public Schools is looking for paraeducators to assist our students and teachers in creating a productive learning environment for the 2024-2025 School Year.  Upon hiring, the grade level placement would depend on the skills of the applicant.  If you are interested, please fill out an employment application save the pdf, and mail or email. We are in need of multiple positions, a one to one paraeducator and also a classroom paraeducator.

The following qualifications would be preferred, but not required: 1. Some post-secondary education, 2. be willing to take a level two driving course to transport students, 3. be able to lift 50 lbs.

Please send the completed application, a letter of application explaining your interest and qualifications, and a resume to Dr. Jason Lavaley, Superintendent, PO Box 198, Osceola, NE 68651 or you can email all credentials to jlavaley@osceola.esu7.org.