Compensation for time and 9 more items

The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has awarded a professional services contract to Jennifer Lynn Burkey for early childhood education support, effective from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. The contract, valued at $25,000, includes $22,000 for services and up to $3,000 in reimbursable expenses. The engagement encompasses multiple professional activities with varying hourly rates, including coaching ($70/hour), training development ($85/hour), Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) spokesperson services ($45/hour), document review ($60/hour), and training delivery ($70/hour).

The contractor will provide comprehensive support to the NDE's early childhood education initiatives, which may include attending meetings, supporting the SUTQ program, completing monthly invoices, maintaining professional documentation, and delivering targeted training services. Funding for the contract appears to draw from multiple sources, including the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) and SUTQ grants. The contract establishes specific compensation structures for different professional activities, with hourly rates ranging from $30 for conference calls to $85 for training development, and includes provisions for reimbursement of travel and associated expenses within established guidelines.