LINCOLN (SNR) – As schools across the country deal with a severe shortage of substitute teachers, the Diocese of Lincoln Catholic Schools could use some assistance as well.
In the 30 diocesan schools, 580 certified staff have been able to keep the schools open for in-person instruction for the 6,757 students in diocesan schools this year.
“During COVID we have been very grateful for the dedicated and faithful substitutes who have been able to fill in for our teachers,” said Sister Anne Joelle, C.K. of the Diocesan Education Office. “We are in need of more. Maybe you can help out.”
For those in the diocese who do not hold an educator certificate, there are two substitute options, explained Dave Friesen of the Diocesan Education Office.
One option is a local substitute permit. The main requirements are at least 60 college hours and a human relations course.
The other option is for someone who previously held an educator certificate. They may qualify for a state substitute permit. Those who may be interested are urged to email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 402-473-0613 for more information.
If there are educators able to substitute, they are encouraged to call their area schools from the list below or online.
Beatrice: St. Joseph School (PK-5) 402-223-5033
Crete: St. James School (PK-6) 402-826-1218
David City: Aquinas (PK-12) Schools 402-367-3175
Falls City: Sacred Heart School (PK-12) 402-245-4151
Hastings: St. Cecilia Middle/High School (6-12) 402-462-2105; St. Michael School (PK-5) 402-462-6310
Holdrege: All Saints School (PK-4) 308-995-4590
Lincoln: Pius X High School (9-12) 402-488-0931; Blessed Sacrament School 402-476-6202; Cathedral of the Risen Christ School 402-489-9621; North American Martyrs School 402-476-7373; St. John School 402-486-1860; St. Joseph School 402-489-0341; St. Michael School 402-488-1313; St. Patrick School 402-466-3710; St. Peter School 402-421-6299; St. Teresa School 402-477-3358
McCook: St. Patrick School (PK-8) 308-345-4546
Nebraska City: Lourdes Central Catholic Schools (PK-12) 402-873-6154
Plattsmouth: St. John the Baptist School (PK-8) 402-296-6230
Seward: St. Vincent de Paul School (PK-5) 402-643-9525
Tecumseh: St. Andrew School (PK-6) 402-335-2234
Wahoo: Bishop Neumann Jr./Sr. High School (7-12) 402-443-4151; St. Wenceslaus School (PK-6) 402-443-3336
Waverly: Villa Marie School and Home for Special Needs (ages 6-18) 402-786-3625
Weston: St. John Nepomucene School (PK-6) 402-642-5234
York: St. Joseph School (PK-8) 402-362-3021
