New Nebraska program is now accepting applications, creating a flexible pathway for aspiring educators and helping school districts strengthen their teacher pipeline
Key Takeaways
At-a-glance highlights from the launch of Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow:
- Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow is a new state-approved alternative teacher preparation program authorized by the Nebraska Department of Education.
- The program offers a flexible, affordable online pathway for aspiring educators to complete classroom-ready training, prepare to pass required exams, and work toward certification in Nebraska.
- The launch comes as Nebraska districts continue to report teacher staffing challenges, with nearly 490 unfilled positions and more than 111 positions left vacant in the 2025–26 school year.
- High-need areas in Nebraska include Special Education, Elementary Education, Career Education, Science, and Mathematics.
Teachers of Tomorrow (ToT), one of the nation’s largest teacher preparation programs, today announced the launch of Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow, a new state-approved alternative teacher preparation program designed to help more aspiring educators enter the classroom and support school districts across Nebraska with a stronger, more reliable teacher pipeline. The program is now accepting applications.
Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow offers a flexible, modern preparation pathway built for working adults, career changers, recent graduates, and others who want to pursue a meaningful career in education. Through online coursework, guided preparation, and a structured route to classroom readiness, candidates can build the knowledge and skills needed to pursue certification while preparing for real-world teaching responsibilities.
“Nebraska needs strong, well-prepared teachers, and expanding access to state-approved preparation is one of the most important ways we can support schools and students,” said Dr. Heath Morrison, CEO of Teachers of Tomorrow and former superintendent. “Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow is designed to help aspiring educators move into the profession through a flexible, accessible pathway while helping districts build the teacher pipeline they need for the future.”
The launch comes at an important time for Nebraska schools. According to the Nebraska Department of Education’s 2025–26 Teacher Vacancy Survey, 135 districts and systems reported unfilled positions at the beginning of the school year, representing 38.03% of respondents. Statewide, schools reported nearly 490 positions unfilled with fully qualified personnel, and 111 positions left vacant. The greatest areas of need included Special Education, Elementary Education, Career Education, Science, and Mathematics.
Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow is authorized by the Nebraska Department of Education as an alternative teacher preparation program. The program’s launch gives aspiring teachers in Nebraska a new option to pursue certification through a pathway designed to be accessible, flexible, and aligned to state requirements.
The organization brings two decades of experience in teacher preparation to Nebraska. Across the country, Teachers of Tomorrow has helped more than 90,000 educators work toward certification through flexible training, expert support, and personalized pathways. The launch of Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow reflects the organization’s continued commitment to helping states grow and sustain strong educator pipelines.
How Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow Supports Aspiring Educators
- Flexible online coursework designed to fit busy schedules
- Guided preparation for required program milestones and certification steps
- A practical pathway that helps candidates prepare for real classroom experience
- An opportunity to pursue a purpose-driven career in a state with meaningful educator demand
How the Program Supports Nebraska School Districts
- Expanded access to a new pool of teacher candidates
- Support for building long-term, local educator pipelines
- A state-approved pathway that can help address hard-to-fill teaching roles
- A partner focused on strengthening staffing solutions now and in the years ahead
Learn more about Nebraska Teachers of Tomorrow and sign up for updates at teachersoftomorrow.org/nebraska/.
About Teachers of Tomorrow
Teachers of Tomorrow is the nation’s largest teacher preparation program, offering flexible, affordable, online training pathways for aspiring educators. Since 2005, Teachers of Tomorrow has certified more than 90,000 teachers nationwide and awarded over $500,000 in scholarships. The organization is part of The Rise Fund portfolio, a global impact investment fund focused on driving positive social and environmental change. Learn more at teachersoftomorrow.org.
