WCS Certified Staff Compensation and Benefits Employee Brochure

of your single health and dental insurance, and 75% of your

INSURANCE

dependent health insurance. Full family health coverage is paid for by WCS after three years of employment. Voluntary employee or family vision insurance is also available.

LIFE INSURANCE

WCS provides a $60k term life insurance policy for all eligible certified staff. Employees may purchase an additional $125k of coverage at the district’s group rate.

INCOME PROTECTION INSURANCE (DISABILITY)

Income protection insurance is provided for all eligible certified staff. After a 90-day disability, the insurance may

At Westside, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and grow through ongoing professional development.

As an EL teacher with Westside, I’ve had the privilege of working in an inclusive and supportive community where diversity is celebrated. Collaboration has made it a positive environment for helping students from diverse backgrounds thrive academically and personally.

LORENA MARTINEZ | EL TEACHER

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Join us in shaping the future at Westside Community Schools.

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provide up to two-thirds of the total salary and benefits.

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WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS (WCS) is proud to share with you our compensation and benefits plan.

We are committed to academic excellence and innovation, striving to create a supportive environment where students and staff can thrive.

For the first three years of employment, certified staff receive 12 sick days per year with an accrual up to 36 days. Unlimited

SALARY

WCS offers a comprehensive compensation plan with competitive salaries for beginning teachers, as well as salaries reflective of career ladder positions, competitiveness, academic qualifications, varying contract lengths, career increments, and extra duty assignments.

This program provides an excellent opportunity to financially reward teachers based on their meaningful contributions and achievements.

sick leave with full pay for personal illness begins after three years of employment.

OTHER LEAVE

Certified staff are granted leave for professional learning and are given one personal day each school year. Bereavement leave is available when necessary and non-birth parent leave is available for those who qualify.

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CERTIFIED STAFF COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

HEALTH, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE For the first three years of employment, WCS pays for 100%

BENEFITS

our mentorship program, Westside Way, and assigned a mentor during their first year of employment. These mentors help cultivate a professional relationship focused on effective instructional practices,

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TEACHER MENTORING PROGRAM

Each newly hired certified staff member is enrolled in

The Westside Way program allowed for connections with teammates throughout the district. This provided me with a broader depth of collaboration and increased my knowledge and growth within the field of education.

CHRISTINA GREENWALD | 5TH GRADE TEACHER

encompassing district methodologies, collaborating on programming and resources, and providing support

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

to enable the growth and development of our new to

A confidential employee assistance program is offered free of

Westside educators.

charge to assist in identifying and resolving personal issues.

WE-SIDE INITIATIVE

FLEXIBLE SPENDING (SECTION 125 PLAN)

Program initiatives ensure

All full-time and part-time staff working at least

that all students and staff

20 hours weekly are eligible for pretax deductions for

feel welcomed and valued

insurance premiums, non-reimbursed medical expenses

and focus on Welcoming,

and dependent care.

Equity, Support, Inclusion, and Dignity for Everyone.

WESTSIDE WELLNESS Staff have the opportunity to participate in a robust district-wide program involving wellness activities. WCS

WORKERS’ COMPENSATION WCS pays the cost for insurance to cover injuries incurred

From my colleagues to the families that we serve, I feel valued and appreciated as an educator in Westside Community Schools. The district has built a culture and community that people want to be a part of. Westside alumni, like myself, want to come back to work, live, and raise our children in this community.

AMANDA BITTING | KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

promoting the health and wellness of the staff.

MASTER’S DEGREE TUITION REIMBURSEMENT 100% tuition reimbursement is available (upon approval) to

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while actively engaged in school assignments.

provides monetary and duty time-based incentives aimed at

eligible certified staff seeking their first graduate degree.

EXTRA DUTY ASSIGNMENTS Extra duty assignments are available, with payment following the established extra duty schedule, negotiated agreement, and/or other applicable policy guidance and practices.

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Westside Community Schools has a rich history of excellence, and it is great to be part of an organization with that expectation. It is a school district large enough to offer many programs, but small enough to feel like your input makes a difference.

RETIREMENT

BENJAMIN BABER | HS MATH TEACHER

NEBRASKA PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT SYSTEMS

As required by law, all employees working 20 hours a week or more participate in the Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System through payroll deductions of 9.78% of the monthly salary. WCS matches employee contributions at 101%.

TAX SHELTERED DEDUCTIONS (403B)

At the request of the employee, a 403b program is available by payroll deduction through approved representatives and vendors.

APPLY TODAY www.westside66.org For inquiries, contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and District Operations at (402) 390-2100.

WCS does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, creed, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under law in its educational programs and activities or in admission or access to, or treatment in, hiring and employment.