Frequently Asked Questions

Please read the questions below before contacting the District about your application. Questions are grouped into categories to help you find information quickly.
Question Categories
Application
Q:Can I save my incomplete application and return to complete it at a later time?A:Yes. You may logout of your District 54 application at any time and return later. When you are ready to complete your application, enter your username and password and you will be allowed to continue your application if the job posting is still open.Back to TopQ:How do I apply for a job?A:Click on the title of the job (e.g. "Maintenance Technician"), review the job description and click on the Apply for This Position button. At this point you will either need to login to an existing account or create a new account. To create a new account, click on Create A New Account And Apply For This Position button. Then answer the on-screen questions to create an account. You must complete all required fields and click the "Save and Submit" button at the end of the application. When your application is successfully submitted, you will receive a Confirmation Number. You can use this confirmation number to reference a specific application.Back to TopQ:How do I check the status of my application?A:Log into your account and then click on the Application Status tab. If you have already applied for a job, it will be listed under the Current Applications section. If you want to view additional details about the job you applied for, click on the Details link associated with the job. If you have applied for jobs in the past that have been filled, it will be listed in the Previous Applications section.Back to TopQ:I have updated my profile but when I view a PDF of my application it shows the old information. Is there any way to overwrite this?A:When you submit an application, the system locks your answers in permanently. HR departments are aware of this and know to check candidate profiles for updated information.Back to TopQ:What happens if I withdraw my application?A:If you withdraw your application, the district will no longer consider you for the position from which you are withdrawing. If you withdraw by mistake, please contact humanresources@sd54.org and we can reactivate your application.Back to TopQ:How do I apply to jobs as an internal applicant?A:To apply to jobs as an internal applicant, you must currently be employed by the district to which you are applying. There are two ways to create an internal account. Some districts have an "Internal" button enabled at the top right of the screen, which will take you through the process of creating an internal account. If you have already created an account and would like to change it to internal, select the "Account Settings" option at the top of the screen after you have logged in. On the right side of the page there is an "Account Type" section. Here you can change your external account to internal by selecting "I am a current employee."Back to TopQ:How do I view internal job postings?A:To view internal job postings, login with an internal account. The internal postings will appear under the job listings with all of the external postings.Back to Top
Attachment
Q:What types of files do you accept for Resume, Cover Letter, Letters of Reference etc?A:All files attached to your application must be in .txt, .rtf, .pdf, .docx, or .doc format. If you need to upload an image or scan, you must convert it to pdf or place it into a Word doc file.Back to TopQ:Can I upload more attachments?A:You are currently limited to a maximum of six (6) uploaded documents. These will carry over to other applications, if you apply for more than one job.Back to TopQ:Can I upload a separate group of attachments for each job posting to which I apply?A:No. You cannot upload different attachments for different job postings. If you overwrite your current attachments with new ones, the old versions will no longer be viewable by the district.Back to TopQ:Can I upload different cover letters for each job posting to which I apply?A:No. You cannot upload different cover letters for each job. It is best to use a generic cover letter when adding one to your attachments page. This may be unnecessary in some cases where districts have a specific page on their application for you to type your cover letter.Back to Top
General
Q:How do I find out about new job postings?A:You can sign up for job alerts on the main login page to receive weekly email notices of the jobs that the district has posted.Back to TopQ:How does School District 54 support new employees?A:When you join the District 54 team you will receive:

Support from an instructional mentor for your first two years, including weekly meetings allowing for reflection, learning, feedback and questions;

A Professional Learning Community (PLC) to plan with and help you better understand our curriculum;

Building and district coaches who will work with you individually or during your PLC time;

Extensive professional development that is relevant to the curriculum and the students in the classroom;

Access to a multitude of curricular resources including technology; and

The opportunity to be part of a culture that embraces the success of the whole child.Back to TopQ:What benefits does District 54 offer its employees?A:School District 54 strives to provide our staff and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee assistance program. You can view the District 54 2022 Employee Benefits Guide on our website at sd54.org/careers.Back to TopQ:How do I find out more about licensure requirements in Illinois?A:Visit the Illinois State Board of Education website for details about educator, paraprofessional and substitute license requirements - isbe.net/pages/educator-licensure-requirements.aspx.Back to TopQ:Why should I choose District 54?A:District 54 has received numerous awards, but the one we are most proud of is that we were rated in the top 2% of schools in America in student growth (based on a Stanford University study).

In addition to our competitive salary and outstanding benefits, District 54 offers:

Unparalleled support;
A positive, collaborative culture;
Innovative teaching and learning opportunities;
A diverse, supportive community; and
A location less than one hour from Chicago and near O'Hare International Airport.Back to TopQ:Tell me more about School District 54.A:As the largest elementary school district in Illinois, School District 54 connects more than 15,500 students with 2,000 staff members with a commitment to ensuring the academic success and social-emotional well-being of each child.

The district includes 28 schools – the Early Learning Center, 21 elementary schools, 5 junior high schools and one kindergarten-eighth grade community school – which serve families from the communities of Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Hanover Park, Roselle, Streamwood and Rolling Meadows.

Our focus on whole child success ensures that students are healthy, safe, engaged, challenged and supported. This support starts with a focus on early intervention through our award-winning early childhood center and free, full-day kindergarten at all of our elementary schools. Our care for the whole child is also present in our social-emotional learning curriculum, which focuses on the core principles of positive psychology and research related to the impact of a positive mindset on a person’s resilience. professional development to create a positive climate where students and staff can learn, work and thrive.

Our diverse community is reflected in our student population. In addition to being racially diverse, more than 20% of our students are English Learners who speak 92 languages; more than 19% are from financially struggling families; and more than 10% of our students have Individualized Education Plans due to a disability. To meet the needs of each child, District 54 boasts an inclusive culture where our educational practices and allocation of resources support equity and justice in the attainment of educational outcomes for all students.

District 54 is also committed to cultivating innovation in learning space and instructional design. The Innovate 54 Task Force has developed an instructional technology plan that includes 1:1 digital connectivity for all students and innovation in instructional strategies.

At a staff level, District 54 promotes collaboration, innovation and continual growth through 12 years of Professional Learning Communities (PLC) implementation. This, coupled with the positive culture embraced across District 54, has contributed to a 92% retention rate and 89% of staff reporting that they are highly engaged and highly satisfied with their jobs.Back to Top
PowerSchool
Q:Is this a secure website, and is my data secure?A:Yes. All data transfers use 128-bit or 256-bit encryption depending on your computer's capabilities. This is the same type of encryption used for most online banking transactions.Back to TopQ:I forgot my username or password. How can I retrieve it?A:From the main job listings page, click the link "I Forgot My Password." Enter your email address into the box and your information will be sent to that email address.Back to TopQ:How do I transfer my Recruit & Hire account from one district to another?A:To transfer your account, sign out of the site (if applicable) and begin applying for the position you would like. You will be prompted to create a new account, sign in, or transfer an existing account. Enter the email and password that is connected with your other Recruit & Hire account. Enter the state that the account is located in and press continue. The site will locate your other account. You can then select it to transfer the information. Please be aware that only some of your profile information will be moved over. You will still need to fill out certain sections on new applications.Back to TopQ:Can I combine multiple Recruit & Hire accounts with different districts?A:No. You are not able to combine accounts at this time.Back to TopQ:How do I change the email address and password linked to my account?A:You can change your account information by select "Account Settings" at the top of the web page. To access account settings, you will first need to login.Back to TopQ:If I transfer my account, do I lose all the information in the initial district?A:No information will be lost if you transfer your account. Your account with the previous district will remain active.Back to Top

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Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54
524 E Schaumburg Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60194
847-357-5000
humanresources@sd54.org