DEANNE MUELLER.pdf

This document is a contract between the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) and DeAnne Mueller, an independent contractor. The contract is numbered 46138 and is set to be in effect from November 15, 2025, through November 14, 2026. The contract is funded through multiple sources including CCDF (Child Care Development Fund), SUTQ (Step Up to Quality), and State TA (Technical Assistance) funds.

The contract engages DeAnne Mueller to provide services related to early childhood professional development, including coaching, training, and technical assistance for the Step Up to Quality program. The total contract value is $20,000, which includes $16,000 for services and $4,000 for expenses. Compensation is structured with various hourly rates, including $30 per hour for conference calls, $25 per hour for travel, $70 per hour for delivering training, and $45 per hour for serving as a Step Up to Quality spokesperson. The contractor will be responsible for attending meetings, maintaining professional records, submitting monthly invoices, and developing training materials as requested by the Nebraska Department of Education.