Applicant Information
Thank you for your interest in Kearney Public Schools!

Currently Taking Certified Applications for:
Kearney High School
- Counselor - Kearney High School
- Math - Kearney High School
- Art - Kearney High School
- Spanish Teacher - Kearney High School
Middle School
- Band - Horizon Middle School
- 7th Grade Math - Sunrise Middle School
- English Learners - Sunrise Middle School
- Family and Consumer Science - Horizon Middle School
Elementary
- 1st grade - Kenwood
- Reading - Windy Hills
- 4th grade - Northeast
- 2nd grade - Northeast
- 5th grade - Emerson
Other
- Cottonwood Elementary (All Positions) - K-5 Behavior and SEL Support Program
Apply under "Certified - All Positions" and indicate your endorsement and which positions you are interested in.
Employment Opportunities
- Start by identifying our current job openings (click here) VACANCY LIST
- Complete the Application process here by locating the position on this site and completing the application. JOB POSTINGS
You can see more detailed instructions for each position listed below.
*If you are a certified candidate, apply for "Certified - All Positions" and indicate your area of interest and endorsement. This general pool application allows principals to contact you about available positions.
Application Process for Job Categories
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
Kearney Public Schools, upon employment, utilizes E-Verify to validate the ability of new employees to work legally in the United States. Our E-Verify information is provided by One Source – The Background Check Company.
Kearney Public Schools utilizes One Source – The Background Check Company to check several databases for any state or national criminal history, child and adult protective services charges, etc. A Driver's License report will be run should you be required to drive a school vehicle of any type.
Kearney Public Schools will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization
If you have specific questions about building openings, grade level availability, or general job assignments, you can reach out to the Human Resources Department with questions.
Dr. Melissa Herrmann
Director of Human Resources
308-698-8011
melherrmann@kearneycats.com
Mrs. Dellene Bosard
Certified Staff
308-698-8013
dbosard@kearneycats.com
Mrs. Becky Noetzelman
Classified Staff
308-698-8012
rebnoetzelman@kearneycats.com
APPLICANT ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:
If you require special accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Department.
All positions are subject to a Veteran's Preference.
Kearney Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.