Employment Opportunities

Positions Available - Updated 10/20/2025

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JH or HS Mathematics Teacher

**Over $3,400 in new hire incentive pay!**

Due to retirement - West Holt Public School is currently accepting applications for a Junior High or High School Math Teacher beginning in the 2026-27 school year.  Head Girls’ Wrestling and other varsity assistant and JH coaching positions available.  Appropriate endorsement or a provisional certification is expected. Middle level endorsements will be strongly considered as well.  The district will consider other applicants who hold a teaching certificate and are willing to work toward appropriate endorsement. Other sponsorship is also available with this position. 

Substitute teaching  and paid student teacher opportunities for the spring semester of 2026 are available.

West Holt is an outstanding PK-12 district with proud academic traditions and great community support.  We have a dual track elementary and are home to approximately 430 students grades PK-12.  Students continually score above the state average on MAPS, NSCAS and ACT testing.  Our North Central Nebraska location is ideal for hunting, fishing, golf, and other outdoor activities. The district offers great professional development opportunities, outstanding facilities, and incentive pay packages for those new to the district.

At West Holt Public Schools our vision is “Educating the Whole Person through Relationship-Based Education”.  Our students strive to become well-rounded citizens and are provided with many experiences and technology to prepare them for the future.

  • Pay is determined by the district’s salary schedule according to the negotiated agreement.  All years of

    experience are accepted, and full family health benefits are provided.

  • Incentive pay of one extra month’s salary is given as a bonus for coming to our district.

  • Start date will be in August of 2026

  • Interviews for this position will be conducted as applications are received

  • EOE – Subject to Veteran’s Preference

To apply for this position, please email resume, transcripts and letters of reference to Paul Pistulka, Superintendent, at paupistulka@westholt.org

JH or HS Science Teacher

**Over $3,400 in new hire incentive pay!**

Due to retirement - West Holt Public School is currently accepting applications for a Junior High or High School Science Teacher beginning in the 2026-27 school year.  Head Girls’ Wrestling and other varsity assistant and JH coaching positions available.  Appropriate endorsement or a provisional certification is expected. Middle level endorsements will be strongly considered as well.  The district will consider other applicants who hold a teaching certificate and are willing to work toward appropriate endorsement. Other sponsorship is also available with this position. 

Substitute teaching  and paid student teacher opportunities for the spring semester of 2026 are available.

West Holt is an outstanding PK-12 district with proud academic traditions and great community support.  We have a dual track elementary and are home to approximately 430 students grades PK-12.  Students continually score above the state average on MAPS, NSCAS and ACT testing.  Our North Central Nebraska location is ideal for hunting, fishing, golf, and other outdoor activities. The district offers great professional development opportunities, outstanding facilities, and incentive pay packages for those new to the district.

At West Holt Public Schools our vision is “Educating the Whole Person through Relationship-Based Education”.  Our students strive to become well-rounded citizens and are provided with many experiences and technology to prepare them for the future.

  • Pay is determined by the district’s salary schedule according to the negotiated agreement.  All years of experience are accepted, and full family health benefits are provided.

  • Incentive pay of one extra month’s salary is given as a bonus for coming to our district.

  • Start date will be in August of 2026

  • Interviews for this position will be conducted as applications are received

  • EOE – Subject to Veteran’s Preference

To apply for this position, please email resume, transcripts and letters of reference to Paul Pistulka, Superintendent, at paupistulka@westholt.org

Transportation Director/Activity Bus Driver/Custodian - FULL TIME

Due to retirement - West Holt is in search of a Custodian/Transportation Director.

Employment to begin in January 2026 or later. Applicants must either have, or be willing to obtain, a CDL with a School Bus (S) endorsement. This position is our main activity bus driving position as well as helping to manage the vehicle fleet for the school. It will also include custodial duties.

Interview and selection process will begin as soon as possible. Competitive wages and single health insurance premium paid for by the district. On the job training will be provided. This is a full-time, 12 month position.

Interested candidates please contact the school office at (402) 925-2890 to speak with an administrator.  An application can be found by clicking here.

Positions opened until filled.  EOE.

Paraprofessionals - Elementary

West Holt is in search of paras for Elementary and Preschool!!

Employment to begin in ASAP. Applicants must have a high school diploma and meet one of the following criteria: 1) Associates Degree or higher, 2) completed 48 hours of college credits, or 3) be willing to obtain ESSA certification. Para duties are to assist in either the preschool or elementary classrooms with academics.

Interview and selection process will begin as soon as possible. Competitive wages and benefits.

Interested candidates please contact the school office at (402) 925-2890 to speak with an administrator.  An application can be found by clicking here.

Positions opened until filled.  EOE.

School Psychologist **Hiring Bonus**

**Over $3,400 in new hire incentive pay!**

West Holt Public School is currently accepting applications for the position of School Psychologist for the 2026-27 school year.  Appropriate endorsement is required.  Provisionally certificated candidates are encouraged to apply as well.

Head coaching and activity sponsorship positions are also available.

Additional Information:

Pay is based off of the district’s salary schedule according to the negotiated agreement.  All years of experience are accepted and full family health benefits are provided. Incentive pay of one extra months salary is given as a bonus for coming to our district, approximately $3,400.

Start date will be in August of 2026

This position will be filled ASAP.

EOE – Subject to Veteran’s Preference

How to Apply

To apply for this position, email a letter of application and resume to Paul Pistulka, Superintendent, at paupistulka@westholt.org or Mail attn: Superintendent, West Holt Public Schools, P.O. Box 457, Atkinson, NE 68713

Educational Sign Language Interpreter

West Holt Public Schools is in search of an Educational Sign Language Interpreter. All appropriate certifications are required. This position will begin ASAP.

Interested candidates please contact the school office at (402) 925-2890 to speak with an administrator or email your resume, letter of interest and credentials to paupistulka@westholt.org

Positions opened until filled.  EOE.