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Employment Application Checklist
Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form
Authorization for Release of Sexual Misconduct-Related Information
Ways to Obtain Your Paraprofessional License
We are excited you are interested in Joppa- Maple Grove USD #38!
Joppa-Maple Grove District #38 is looking for applicants for the following positions: *substitute teachers, substitute instructional aides, substitute custodians, and substitute cooks are needed. (Ongoing).
*Instructional Aides
Interested applicants may pick up an application at the Joppa High School main office at 911 Joppa North Avenue in Joppa, IL from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or print the Employment Application located above. The completed application with a letter of interest, resume, high school diploma (GED) or college transcripts (awarded degree(s)), valid Illinois license, certifications, endorsements, and three (3) letters of recommendation should be submitted to the Superintendent, Dr. Vickie Artman at vartman@joppa38.com or (618) 543-7589.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
We are excited you are interested in Joppa- Maple Grove USD 38!
Joppa-Maple Grove District #38 is looking for applicants on an ongoing basis for:
Immediate Opening for an Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade
Substitute Teachers, Substitute Instructional Aides, Substitute Custodians, and Cooks are needed.
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Immediate Grant Writer
District Superintendent (2024-2025 School Year; Begin July 1, 2024)
Interested applicants may pick up an application at the Joppa High School main office at 911 Joppa North Avenue in Joppa, IL from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday or print the Employment Application located to the left. The completed application with a letter of interest, resume, high school diploma (GED) or college transcripts (awarded degree(s)), valid Illinois license, certifications, endorsements, and three (3) letters of recommendation should be submitted to the Superintendent, Dr. Vickie Artman. Questions should be directed to Principal Wendy Wear, wwear@joppa38.com, or (618) 543-7589 ext. 1103.
Joppa-Maple Grove USD 38 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or any aspect of their operations. Salary will be regionally competitive and based upon experience and/or placement on the salary schedule per teacher contract. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district's activities and programs. J-MG School District 38 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE
Paraprofessional License Options
Short-Term Approval (STA) for Paraprofessionals
High school diploma (or equivalent), or higher
The STA is valid for 3 years and available until June 30, 2025.
While working on the STA, the educator must be fulfilling requirements for the full Paraprofessional License. (see below)
Paraprofessional License
At least 19 years of age to serve students in prekindergarten through grade 12.
Beginning January 1, 2023, you may qualify for the ELS-Paraprofessional license by meeting the requirements outlined below at age 18 but only may serve in prekindergarten through grade 8.
One of the following is required:
Associate’s degree or higher
60 semester hours of coursework
High School Diploma or GED and a score of 460 or higher on the ETS Paraprofessional Exam
High School Diploma or GED and the following scores on the ACT Work Keys Exam:
Applied Mathematics/Applied Math (with a score of 4)
Reading for information/Workplace
Documents (with a score of 4)
License is valid for 5 years
License may be renewed with payment of registration fees
Individual must work under the direct
supervision of a licensed teacher
Reminders
If you hold a Paraprofessional License and have a Bachelor's Degree on file, you are qualified to be a substitute teacher.
Coursework must be at the 100-level or higher from regionally accredited college or university.
Work Keys Exam and Paraprofessional Exam Information
The Work Keys Exam is offered at the following locations:
Shawnee College
Cost: $60.00
Results: 2 weeks
Contact person: Mindy Ashby 618-634-3316 ext. 3
To schedule a test, email testing@shawneecc.edu or mindya@shawneecc.ed
John A. Logan College
Cost: $48.00
Results: Immediately
Contact Person: Christy McBride (618) 985-3741 ext. 8496 christymcbride@jalc.edu
To schedule a test, contact the testing center at (618) 985-3741 ext. 8520, https://www.jalc.edu/testing-services/act-workkeys/
Southeastern Illinois College
Cost: $50.00
Results: Immediately
Contact person: Julia Graceffa (618)252-5400 ext. 2442
The Paraprofessional Test offered at ROE #13
Cost: $60.00
ROE #13 Office is located at 1710 Broadway, Mt. Vernon, IL.
Register by calling (618)-244-8040
ROE #13 does not accept credit/debit cards. Cash or check only
Must arrive at 8:30 a.m. and bring a government issued photo ID to check in.
Available dates:
December 13, 2022
January 17, 2023
February 14, 2023
March 14, 2023
April 11, 2023
May 2, 2023
June 13, 2023
Steps to Obtain a Paraprofessional License
Create an ELIS account by visiting isbe.net.
Select System Quick Links and select ELIS: Educator Licensure Information System.
Under the Educator Access column, click the link, Log in to your ELIS account. Click this link to see an example.
Create an ELIS account and follow the prompts.
Email, mail, or drop off the following to ROE #21 office.
Official (unopened) college transcript stating 60 hours or more college credit
or High School diploma or GED transcript AND proof of passing the ACT Work Keys Assessment or ETS Paraprofessional Exam.
Official (unopened) transcript showing proof of a minimum of 60 hours of college coursework AND your High School diploma or GED transcript.
Our office will contact you once we have uploaded your paperwork. You may then log into your ELIS account and apply.
To apply, click on Apply for a Paraprofessional Endorsement.
A credit card will be required to pay the $100.00 application fee, in addition to a convenience fee.
ISBE will review your application on ELIS.