What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Teacher position at Boys Town?
The Student Teacher is supervised jointly by a cooperating (mentor) teacher and a university field supervisor. Regular evaluations and observations will be conducted throughout the placement.
~~~Looking for Student Teachers for Spring 2026~~~
$5000 Stipend included!
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborates with the mentor teacher to plan and implement daily lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Instructs students in whole-class, small-group, and individual settings.
Uses various instructional strategies and technologies to support diverse learners.
Assesses student progress through formal and informal assessments.
Reflects on teaching practices and participate in regular feedback sessions with the mentor teacher and university supervisor.
Manages classroom behavior effectively and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Participates in staff meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school events when appropriate.
Maintains confidentiality and follow school policies and ethical standards in education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Passion for teaching and commitment to student success.
Willingness to receive constructive feedback and apply it to improve teaching practice.
Required Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a teacher education program required.
Completion of relevant coursework in pedagogy, child development, and curriculum design required.
Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.