Applicant Information

Certified Internal Transfer Process

Welcome to the Certified Internal Transfer Online Process - This process is only for current certified staff!

*Before submitting an application, please inform your current principal or supervisor of your intent to apply for a transfer. If you are currently employed by Kearney Public Schools as a Classified employee (for example a Paraeducator or a Substitute teacher), you are asked to complete the Certified Online Application so we have the additional information needed to accurately evaluate your qualifications.

Directions for submitting an Internal Transfer Application:

1. Click the Job Listings page to find the application.
2. In the upper right corner of the page, click "Internal".
3. Click "Yes, I am an employee".
4. In order to apply for internal transfer, you must first create a new online account to identify yourself as an internal applicant. Complete the profile information to create your new internal account.
5. Click on the job opening for which you want to apply.
6. Click "Apply for this Position" next to the position titled "Certified - All Positions".  
7. The application will ask you to list your preferred positions.
8. Complete and submit the application.

Click Here to see the current vacancy list and identify the internal positions that are open across the district 

Classified / Classified Exempt Application Process

Welcome to the Classified Online Application Process

Click Here to see our current job openings for Classified Staff and click on the position title for more information about that specific position.

To apply for a position, click the "Apply" button next to the job listing and then select "Apply for this 

Now you can begin to create your application profile.  New users will select "Create New".  Previous users can log-in with their past username and password. 

Before you begin, be prepared with the following information.

1. User Name and Password:
   This will be created on your initial visit.  Record and protect this information for future use.  Your username and password will be needed each time you enter the system. Once this is set up, you will be able to apply for a position in any school that uses the TalentEd Recruit & Hire Application Software.
2. Email address:
   This will be used for future correspondence.  If you do not have an email address, you can get a free one from one of several providers. Some popular ones are Google Mail, Yahoo and Hotmail.
3. Social Security Number:
   This will be used for background checks and payroll purposes.
4. References (at least 3):
   Include their current address, phone number, and email.  These individuals may be contacted to verify your employability.
5. Previous Work History.  Include dates of employment, current company name, address, phone number, and supervisor's name and email address.  

Note: After completing your application profile, you must click "Apply for This Position" and submit an application for EACH position you wish to be considered a candidate.   

Classified Substitutes

Welcome to the Classified Online Application Process

Click Here to see the current job openings available. You will have the opportunity to search postings and filter for specific positions that interest you. Click on the position title for more information about that specific position. To apply for a position, click the "Apply for this Position" button.

Note: You must click "Apply for This Position" and submit an application for each position you wish to be considered a candidate.

IMPORTANT NOTE:   If you close your browser before receiving a confirmation screen at the end of each section, all data entered since the time of your last confirmation will be lost.

Below is information you will need to apply for a position using the online application process.

The application contains several pages and will take approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete on your initial visit. You will have a chance to review and make changes before submitting.

Before you begin, be prepared with the following information.

1. User Name and Password:
   This will be created on your initial visit.  Record and protect this information for future use.  Your user name and password will be needed each time you enter the system. Once this is set up, you will be able to apply for a position in any school that uses the TalentEd Recruit & Hire Application Software.
2. Email address:
   This will be used for future correspondence.  If you do not have an email address, you can get a free one from one of several providers. Some popular ones are Google Mail, Yahoo Mail and Hotmail.
3. Social Security Number:
   This will be used for background checks and payroll purposes.
4. References (at least 3):
   Include their current address, phone number, and email.  NOTE:  This information may be used to verify your employability. Previous Work History.  Include dates of employment, current company name, address, phone number, and supervisor's name and email address.   NOTE:  This information may be used to verify your employment history and employability.

Bookmark this Page:
For your convenience, you may wish to bookmark the Kearney Public TalentEd Recruit & Hire homepage. This will make is easier for you to follow-up on your application or apply for other positions.

When you are ready to To see Job Listings and Apply click Careers Homepage, please  click here.

Become a Substitute

Welcome to the Substitute Online Application Process

Click Here to see the current job openings available.  You will have the opportunity to search postings and filter for specific positions that interest you. Click on the position title for more information about that specific position. To apply for a position, click the "Apply for this Position" button.
 

Substitute Teacher applications are accepted on an as-needed basis.

Certification -  Kearney Public Schools Substitute Teachers must hold a valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate. The Certificate may be a Teaching certificate or a Substitute Teaching certificate.  

As of July 2015, Kearney Public Schools is accepting Local Substitute Teaching certificates. Please complete the KPS Substitute Application before applying for a Local certificate to determine if you qualify for KPS's Local certificate policy.

The steps to be considered for Substitute teaching with Kearney Public Schools are outlined below.

1. Application – Complete the online Substitute Application through TalentEd Recruit & Hire.
    
2. Certification – A Nebraska Teaching Certificate, Substitute Teaching Certificate or Local Substitute Certificate.
    
3. Background check – receive clearance through the background check process.
    
4. Substitute Onboarding - Once the background checks have been completed with the appropriate agencies and the candidate receives clearance for employment, a substitute onboarding will be scheduled with Human Resources. 

If you have questions regarding substitute teaching, please contact KPS Human Resources: Dellene Bosard at dbosard@kearneycats.com