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Human Resources

Human Resources

 

District 68 is home to five schools, over 320 employees, and a strong 89% retention rate. Our Human Resources Department is committed to supporting a positive, inclusive workplace where staff feel valued and empowered to grow.

As a district, we strive to inspire each student’s fullest academic and human potential, promote continuous improvement, and enrich our diverse, multicultural community.

What We Do

The HR Department supports employees through:

  • Employment, Recruitment, and Onboarding
  • Certification and Licensing
  • Payroll, Benefits Administration & Employee Wellness
  • Professional Development & Staff Recognition
  • Collective Bargaining & Labor Relations
  • Workers’ Compensation, Unemployment, and Employment Records

Why Work With Us

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement Plans
  • Health & Wellness
  • Insurance
  • Professional Growth

  • Farah Ahmad
    Coordinator of Human Resources
    fahmad@skokie68.org 

    847-568-7633

     

    Donna Parker
    District Office Receptionist
    dparker@skokie68.org
    847-676-9000

    Fax
    847-568-7639

  • Public Act 96-0266 Licensed (Administrator/Teacher) Compensation Report
    Section 10-20.47 of the School Code [105 ILCS 5/10-20.47] requires Illinois school districts to report administrator and teacher salary and benefits to the Illinois State Board of Education. The Illinois School Code states that each school board shall report to the State Board of Education, on or before October 1st of each year, the base salary and benefits of the district superintendent [or the general superintendent of schools or chief executive officer] and all administrators and teachers employed by the school district. The Illinois School Code requires that the salary compensation report include, without limitation, the certificated individual’s base salary, bonuses, pension contributions, vacation days, sick days, and the cost of health insurance and life insurance (included in compensation report as “Other Benefits”).

    Public Act 97-0609 IMRF Compensation Report
    Pursuant to Section 7.3 of the Open Meetings Act (5 ILCS 120/7.3), an employer participating in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, within 6 business days after approving its budget, must post on its website the total compensation package for each employee having a total compensation package that exceeds $75,000 per year.

  • Employment Verification

     

     

    We are dedicated to protecting our employees’ information.  For this reason, we use Verifent to confirm verification of employment and/or verification of income (VOE/VOI) requests are legitimate, and a valid permissible purpose exists as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).  Verifiers seeking employment and/or income information for a Skokie School District 68 employee must submit VOE/VOI requests through Verifent.

     

    To Submit a Request:

    1. Log in to Verifent. Please note that new Verifent users will need to register and create an account before proceeding.
    2. When prompted, enter the unique organization code for Skokie School District 68:  5A0DEC
    3. Please be prepared to provide the Skokie School District 68 employee’s date of birth and last four-digits of the Social Security Number.  Additionally, uploading the Borrower’s Certification & Authorization, signed by the employee, is required to complete a request.

     

    For additional information on this process, please visit Verifent.

     

  • Faith’s Law

     

    Illinois law (105 ILCS 5/22-94) requires that school districts conduct a sexual misconduct background check on new hires.  The District uses a third party, Verifent, to conduct this background check.  

     

    Employees are required to provide the names, contact information, and other relevant information related to their current/former employer(s). 

     

    To request an Experience Verification from your Former Employers, please follow the steps below:

     

    Step 1: Hiring Entity

    1. Visit www.verifent.com. Click ‘Get Started.’

    2. Click ‘Login.’

    a. If you do not have login credentials, please click ‘Register’. You will need to create an account.

    3. Click ‘Request EV’ and begin typing SKOKIE SCHOOL DISTRICT 68 - IL

    4. Click ‘Save Hiring Entity’, then click “Continue.”

     

    Step 2: Enter Your Information

    1. Enter your information and click ‘Next.’

     

    Step 3: Choose Your Forms

    1. Click the check box next to the verification(s) you need to request:

    a. Faith’s Law Employment History Review (EHR)

    b. Certified Experience (only for Licensed Staff and Administrators)

    2. Click ‘Next.’

     

    Step 4: Former Employer(s)

    1. Click ‘Choose Former Employer(s).’

    2. Enter ALL the Former Employer(s) you need an Experience Verification from.

    a. If your Former Employer(s) does not drop down as you search, type and

    click ‘Former Employer Not Found.’

    b. Enter the information requested and click ‘Add Former Employer.’

    **Note: Multiple Former Employers can be selected/added**

    3. Select your ‘Most Recent Employer’ and click ‘Next.’

     

    Step 5: Authorization

    1. Sign your name, type your name, and click ‘I Agree – Continue.’

    2. Review the request summary and click ‘Next.’

     

    Verifent will notify you of the progress of your requests through email. If you have any questions, please contact the Support Team at support@verifent.com. There is NO COST to use Verifent and no need to purchase any upgrades unless you choose to.

     

    Resources

     

     

  • Title IX Training 2025-2026

  • The Transparency in Coverage Final Rule requires insurers and group health plans to publish machine-readable files starting July 1, 2022. The files contain in-network rates and out-of-network allowed amounts.

    HMO plans do not require any action at this time, as they fall under the fully insured category. BCBSIL will host machine-readable files for fully insured benefits via a link on bcbsil.com. 

    BCBSIL will updated these Machine Readable Files on a monthly basis.  The link above only needs to be placed on the public webpage one time.

  • Become a Substitute in Skokie School District 68!

    Looking for a flexible and rewarding job, but not sure which role fits best? Consider joining Skokie School District 68 as a substitute!

    Serving as a substitute is a fantastic way to explore different career paths in education, springboard into full-time employment, and make a positive impact on our students and schools. It’s a great fit for college students on break, caregivers looking for flexible hours, and anyone seeking daily or consistent work on their own terms.

    Available Roles & Daily Pay

    You can choose from a variety of positions depending on your background and interests:

    • Substitute Teachers: Up to $160/day 
    • Substitute Paraprofessionals: Up to $150/day

     

    How to Become a Licensed Substitute Teacher

    To substitute teach in District 68, you will need an Illinois Substitute Teacher License (or Professional Educator License) and Cook County eligibility.

    1. Get Licensed through ISBE:Online Application.

    • Create or log into your account on the Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS) via the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) website.
    • Select Apply for Substitute License.
    • Pay the application fee ($50 for standard, $25 for short-term). Note: ISBE currently refunds license fees if you complete 10 days of substitute teaching within your first year.
    • Contact your college to send official sealed transcripts to ISBE.

    2. Apply & Register with District 68:Onboarding.

    • Submit an online substitute application on the Skokie School District 68 Employment Portal.
    • Bring your Cook County eligibility packet, two forms of identification, and payroll information (e.g., voided check for direct deposit) to the District 68 Central Office.
    • Receive access to the online substitute request portal (such as Frontline/AESOP) to view and accept upcoming job assignments on your schedule!

     

    Substitute Teaching Handbook

    For detailed information about substitute teaching, please review the Skokie 68 Guest Teacher Handbook.

    Have questions or need assistance? Reach out to our HR team anytime at hr@skokie68.org