Teach in Nebraska Today Program

Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 79-8,148, the purpose of the Teach in Nebraska Today Program is “to attract individuals to the teaching profession who have expressed an interest in teaching and to support the employment of those individuals as classroom teachers by providing a grant for service as a classroom teacher in this state.”

This grant is open to classroom teachers in public and nonpublic schools, as well as teachers employed by an ESU in Nebraska.

Some dates to keep in mind: applications are due no later than July 10th; applicants will be notified of approval or denial no later than October 10th; and awards will be paid no later than December 10th.

If you have any questions, please email: nde.tintp@nebraska.gov

Important Notices

  • Please review your application before submission to ensure your information is accurate; you will not receive an email confirmation. You will be able to download your submission at the end of the application.
  • If you are selected for this program, you will be required to submit additional documentation after the application closes, such as your State of Nebraska ID, proof of income, banking information, etc.
  • You will receive an email with login information to our secure website; this will allow you to upload the required documents after I have gathered all of the applications once it’s closed.
  • Application Link: Apply Here (Closes July 10th at 11:59pm CST)

The table below illustrates the number of applications received, awards distributed, and total amount distributed for the Teach in Nebraska Today Program.

Total applications received Total number of awards distributed Total amount distributed
1639 1000 $5,000,000

The table below illustrates the number of applications received, awards distributed, and total amount distributed for the Teach in Nebraska Today Program.

Total applications received Total number of awards distributed Total amount distributed
1260 909 $4,545,000

The table below illustrates the number of applications received, awards distributed, and total amount distributed for the Teach in Nebraska Today Program.

Total applications received Total number of awards distributed Total amount distributed
3964 869 $4,345,000
Updated July 1, 2026 11:57am