STEPHANIE MCDONALD.pdf

This document is a contract between the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) and Stephanie McDonald, an independent contractor. The contract is identified by the number 46174 and is governed by the laws of the State of Nebraska. It involves the NDE's Office of Early Childhood and is structured as an independent contractor agreement for professional services.

The contract covers a period from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, with a total maximum compensation of $37,000. This includes $30,000 for contracted services, with funding sourced from multiple accounts including CCDF (Child Care and Development Fund), SUTQ (Step Up To Quality), and State TA. The contractor will provide services such as attending meetings, coaching, training, and supporting early childhood professional development programs. Specific responsibilities include maintaining professional records, submitting monthly invoices, and serving as a Step Up To Quality spokesperson. Compensation is rate/fee based, with different hourly rates for various activities ranging from $30 to $85 per hour, including meeting attendance, conference calls, travel, coaching, training development, and document review.