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Contact Us
Contact Us
Contact our Human Resource team regarding joining the Redbird Family!
Dr. Wendy Adams
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
wadams@altonschools.org
Katelyn Kinder
Administrative Assistant
kkinder@altonschools.org
Jeanettea Bowens
Food Service, HR & Finance Clerk
jbowens@altonschools.org
Once a Redbird, Always a Redbird!
Employment Opportunities
Apply Online
Apply Online
Apply to be a District #11 employee using our Skyward Applicant Tracking system.
Please click "Apply Now" to view employment opportunities and to apply for positions. Create a Skyward Account and then apply for positions of interest.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Alton CUSD11 is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
Benefit Time
Employees earn the following benefits each school year:
- 14 Sick days per school year for 9-month employees
- 2 Personal Leave days per school year (You can accumulate up to 4 PL days. Additional days roll over into sick days)
- Up to 3 bereavement days if needed
Insurance Benefits
Employees have the following:
- Health Insurance premium paid by Board of Education for single coverage.
- Opt out benefit of $100 per month
- Family Insurance $874 per month
- Dental coverage premium paid by Board of Education for single coverage.
- $30,000 Life Insurance Policy
Additional Benefits
Employees benefit from:
- Competitive Salaries and hourly rates of pay
- Professional Development
- Positive Work Environment
- 3-year Teacher Mentor Program
- Advancement Opportunities
SUBSTITUTES
SUBSTITUTES
Certified Substitutes/Nurses
Substitute Teachers must have a valid Illinois Teaching License or a valid Illinois Substitute Teaching License.
School Nurse substitutes must have a valid Illinois Registered Nurse license.
- The current daily rate for certified substitutes and substitutes nurse is $135 per day
- The Long-term rate for certified substitutes and substitute nurses is $225 per day after 10 of more days in the same assignment.
- Must complete an application through Skyward Applicant Tracking
- Must pass a background check and drug screen
- Must attend a substitute training.
- Employment History Review (Faith's Law)
Paraprofessionals/Teacher Aides
Substitute Paraprofessionals/Teacher Aides must have a valid Illinois Paraprorfessional License or a valid Illinois Substitute Teaching License.
- The current hourly rate of pay is $15.00 per hour
- Must complete an application through Skyward Applicant Tracking
- Must pass a background check and drug screen
- Employment History Review (Faith's Law)
Clerical
Clerical Substitutes
- The current hourly rate of pay is $15.00 per hour
- Must complete an application through Skyward Applicant Tracking
- Must pass a background check and drug screen
- Employment History Review (Faith's Law)
Steps for Substitute or Paraprofessional Licensure
Steps to get your license
- Go to www.ISBE.net
- Click "Log into ELIS"
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- Under "Educator Access" click on "Login to your ELIS Account"
- Click "Click here for first time access to the ELIS system"
- Create an ELIS account--Create a user name and password using your social security number, birthday and other personal information.
- Once logged in click on the appropriate license for you are apply.
- Apply for a Paraprofessional, Short-Term Substitute or Substitute license
- The Paraprofessional license allows you to work as a paraprofessional in the classroom full-time or as a paraprofessional substitute.
- To get a paraprofessional license, you must have at least 60 college credit hours or you can take the WorkKeys Assessment.
- The WorkKeys Test Center is located at 1310 Main St. Edwardsville, IL 62025. Their phone number is 618-307-5131.
- The STS (Short-term Substitute) license allows you to work as a paraprofessional or a substitute teacher.
- To get a STS license, you must have at least 60 college credit hours.
- The Substitute license allows you to work full-time as a paraprofessional or as a substitute teacher. You are also able to fill long-term substitute assignments.
- To get a SUB license, you must have at least a Bachelor’s degree.
- Follow the steps in the application wizard. There will be a fee.
- Once you have applied for a license, send you transcripts or work keys assessment results to
- Madison County ROE 41, 157 N. Main St., Suite 438, Edwardsville, IL 62025 (Hand deliver or mail)
- DO NOT send your transcripts to Springfield, IL.
- If you want your transcripts sent electronically, call 618-296-4530 to get the best email address.
- Transcripts must be from a regionally accredited university.
- All information is evaluated by the state before licensure is approved and issued.
- Once your ELIS account changes from "Pending Review" to "Issued" you will need to register it in Madison County ROE 41.
- Click on "Registration" and follow the steps and pay the fee. You must choose ROE 41 Madison County.
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
Transportation
Illinois Central Bus Company
4525 North Alby
Godfrey, IL 62035
Phone Number: 618-466-5400
Contact: Mary Daugherty
Starting Pay: $22.00 per hour
Food Service
Arbor Management Food Services
Contact: Kristina Klein
Email: kklein@arbormgt.com
Phone: 309-453-5690
To apply to work for Food Service in Alton School District, Please click this link.
Custodial Service
HES Facilities Management
Contact: David Allison
Email: dallison@altonschools.org