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Welcome to the Human Resources Department. We believe that the members of our school community are our most valuable asset. Recruiting and retaining the highest caliber of talent is our top priority to ensure all students are supported and successful. In my role as Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services, I have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders to support our employees through their professional journey. We are dedicated to providing our employees with:

• Collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• 2-year mentor program for newly hired teachers
• Ongoing professional development
• Leadership opportunities
• Wellness program
• Employee recognition
• Licensure support

I encourage you to explore our website to learn more about Fremont School District 79. 

Thank you for your interest in Fremont School District 79. Please feel free to contact me at 847-566-0169 if I can be of any assistance.

Sincerely,

Allison Stempien
Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services

Substitute Teachers

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule
• $130.00/day

Requirements for a Substitute License:

1. Bachelor’s degree
2. $50.00 Application Fee*
3. $50.00 Registration Fee

*The Illinois State Board of Education will reimburse your application fee once you substitute teach for 10 or more days after receiving your license. Contact the Lake County Regional Office of Education at 847-543-7833 for more information.

How to apply for a Substitute License:

1. Create an account for the Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS) at www.isbe.net;
2. From the Action Center, select “apply for a substitute license;
3. Complete application and pay application fee;
4. Have your official transcript sent to transcripts@isbe.net;
5. Once the Substitute License is issued, register your license in Region 34, Lake County and pay the registration fee.

Paraprofessionals

What We Offer:

• Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal Days
• IMRF Pension

Requirements for an Educator License with Stipulations endorsed for Paraprofessionals (ELS-PARA):

1. At least 19 years of age
2. Must provide proof of one of the following:
a. Associate degree or higher
b. 60 semester hours of coursework
c. High school diploma/GED and a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Parapro test
d. High school diploma/GED and a score of 4 or higher on the ACT Workkeys Applied Mathematics and Reading for Information tests
3. $100 Application Fee
4. $50 Registration Fee

How to apply for a Paraprofessional License:

1. Create an account for the Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS) at www.isbe.net;
2. From the Action Center, select “apply for a Paraprofessional License;”
3. Complete application and pay application fee;
4. Have your official transcript sent to transcripts@isbe.net;
5. Once the Paraprofessional License is issued, register your license in Region 34, Lake County and pay the registration fee.

Bus Drivers

What We Offer:

• Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal Days
• Paid Training
• IMRF Pension
• $3,000 Sign On Bonus

Requirements for a Commercial Driver’s License:

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License
        • 3 years without suspension or revocation
        • No conviction of 2 or more serious traffic offenses
• Successful completion of the Map-21 Training Program
• Successful completion of the following IL written tests
        • CDL Core test
        • Passenger endorsement
        • Air brakes
        • School bus
• Successful completion of the Regional Office of Education 8-hour classroom training program
• Complete fingerprinting process through a Secretary of State approved facility
• Pass a behind-the-wheel skills test

The Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services serves as the Title IX Coordinator.