Tch Middle Art

The School District of Palm Beach County•Lake Worth, FL

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About The Position

This section provides general information for applicants, including details on how to contact HR for specific position information, the inability to make changes after submission, and the process for withdrawing applications. It also outlines general employment requirements such as compliance with School Board policies, completion of federal and state forms, and enrollment in employee benefits. The School District of Palm Beach County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and all employment categories are subject to drug testing. Some positions may also require a pre-employment medical examination. For certain clerical positions, a Keyboarding Test may be required. Additionally, finalists for employment may undergo background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. The District's responsibilities include following adopted policies, conducting oneself in the best interest of students, and performing other duties as assigned. Applicants grant permission for the release of various records for employment purposes. The School District of Palm Beach County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, parental status, or marital status. A hiring preference is given to prospective employees who do not use tobacco products. Information regarding Veteran's Preference is also available. Instructional applicants will need to submit specific documents upon being offered a teaching position, including Florida Educator's Certificate or Statement of Eligibility, and official transcripts from all colleges or universities. Foreign education credentials must be evaluated by an agency approved by the Florida Department of Education.

Requirements

Completion of forms required by federal and state agencies and the School Board
Completion of forms related to the employee benefits package
Completion of drug testing
Finalists may be required to undergo a background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Instructional applicants will be required to submit copies of Florida Educator’s Certificate or Statement of Eligibility (Letter from the Florida Department of Education) or Active/Valid Out-of-State Certification (if applicable) upon being offered a teaching position.
Must submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities from which a degree was earned.
Foreign education must be evaluated by an agency that is approved by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE). A course by course evaluation is required for college-level education.
Educational credentials must be from institutions that are accredited by an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Nice To Haves

Applicants for some clerical positions will be required to take a Keyboarding Test. The applicants for those positions will have to meet the Word per Minute (WPM) requirement for the given position.
To expedite the hiring process if you are offered a position, it is recommended that you prepare these requirements once you begin applying for teaching jobs.

Responsibilities

Follows adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board priorities.
Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District's Mission Statement.
Performs other duties as assigned.