Welcome to Lake Bluff School District 65, where educational excellence and a commitment to fostering a love for learning are at the heart of everything we do. Located in the picturesque communities of Lake Bluff and Knollwood, Illinois, our district has a rich history of providing outstanding education to students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. As an employer, we take great pride in our dedicated and passionate team of educators who play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students.

At Lake Bluff District 65, we believe in nurturing the potential of every child, and we are constantly seeking innovative and driven individuals to join our family. Whether you're an experienced educator looking to make a difference in the lives of young learners or an enthusiastic newcomer to the field of education, our district offers a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages professional growth, creativity, and a strong sense of community.

As an employee of Lake Bluff District 65, you'll have the opportunity to inspire and guide the leaders of tomorrow in a beautiful, close-knit community, while enjoying the benefits of professional development, state-of-the-art resources, and a commitment to the well-being of our staff. We invite you to explore the exciting opportunities that await you here and become a part of our dynamic team dedicated to providing a world-class education. Join us in our mission to empower students to reach their full potential and prepare them for a bright future. Welcome to Lake Bluff District 65 – where your journey as an educator can truly make a difference.

Substitute Teachers Are Always Needed!

The District hires substitute teachers on a regular basis.  Applicants must have a teaching license, a substitute teaching license, or a temporary substitute teaching license registered in Lake County.  For information about obtaining a Substitute Teaching License, please contact the Lake County Regional Office of Education (link opens in a new window at (847) 543-7833.  Those applicants with a valid license are encouraged to apply online using the link above.

Need Help?

We're here to help! For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, please contact Amy Kotnik.

For technical questions regarding the Frontline Application System, please contact Frontline Help using the Request Technical Help link below.

Consistent with Board Policy 5:10, Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65 provides equal employment opportunities to all people regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status (provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States), use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability (if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation) pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; credit history (unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position), or other legally protected categories. No one will be penalized solely for his or her status as a registered qualifying patient or a registered designated caregiver for purposes of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, 410 ILCS 130/.

People with questions about the Non-Discrimination Policy should contact Mrs. Tracy Roehrick, Non-Discrimination Coordinator, at 847-234-9400 or e-mail at Tracy Roehrick.

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 our employee’s must submit VOE/VOI requests through Verifent.

To submit a request:

1. Log in at Verifent. Please note that new Verifent users will need to register and create an account before proceeding.

2. When prompted, enter our unique organization code: 38EB74

3. Please be prepared to provide the employee’s date of birth and last four digits
   of the Social Security Number.

For additional information on this process, please visit Verifent or read through the Message to Verifiers.

Training and Mentoring

Once a candidate is approved for hiring, they will receive a copy of their contract and will be assigned a mentor by their building principal.  The mentor will serve as a guide during the first year of a staff members employment and will attend all new staff member orientation events with the new staff member.  In addition to the regular back-to-school activities, new staff members arrive early and are given extra training and staff development on topics related to their positions.  Training is ongoing throughout the first year of a staff member's tenure in the district.

There are also several required trainings that are completed by staff members each year including the following:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (Every other year)

• Bloodborne Pathogens

• Bullying Prevention

• Cultural Competency & Racial Bias (Every other year)

• Diabetes Care Training

• DCFS/ Child Abuse Neglect/ Mandated Reporter Training

• Educator Ethics (Every other year)

• Food Allergy Awareness & Action (Every other year)

• Mental Health Issues Identification & Courses of Action (Every other year)

• Mental Illness & Suicide Prevention (Every other year)

• Preventing Waste and Fraud ((Every other year)

• Sexual Harassment (Every other year)

• Student Discipline Training (Every other year)

• Student Records (ISSRA & FERPA) (Every other year)

• Supporting students with Asthma (Every other year)

• Supporting students with Attention Deficit Disorder/ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (Every other year)

• Teen Dating Violence (Middle School Staff - Every other year)

Additional training is provided to staff members in specialized roles (i.e. custodians, coaches, administrators, etc.).

After the first year, mentoring becomes a bit less structured, but expectations for meetings between mentors and mentees still exist.  Through this guided process during the first two years, the District hopes to successfully onboard its new employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lake Bluff School Distirct 65 does not discriminate in employment in district programs and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap/disability in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975.

The following information is provided in response to 34 C.F.R. Part 106 of the 2020 Title IX Regulations, mandating notice of a nondiscrimination policy and adoption and publication of grievance procedures that provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of student and employee complaints. In accordance with Title IX, the district does not, and is required not to, discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment.

The district has designated and authorized the following employee as the Title IX Coordinator to address concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and gender-based harassment:

Title IX Coordinator:
Mrs. Tracy Roehrick
Email Tracy Roehrick
121 E Sheridan Place
Lake Bluff, IL. 60044
847.234.9400

Any individual may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, at any time, including during non-business hours, by mail, phone, or email.

Title IX Materials

All materials used to train Title IX personnel are available here.
School Board Policy 2.265 Title IX Sexual Harrassment Grivance Procedure