North Cook Region Hosting PK-8 Job Fair For Educators, Staff In Arlington Heights

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — The North Cook Intermediate Service Center and IASA-North Cook Region are organizing the second-annual "Better Together" PK-8 Job Fair next month in Arlington Heights. The event will bring together more than 25 elementary school districts and special education cooperatives with a goal is to attract educators and support staff to the region.

The job fair is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at the District 214 Forest View Educational Center, located at 2121 South Goebbert Road. Organizers said the event will offer new and veteran educators a chance to connect directly with hiring leaders and other decision-makers.

Districts are seeking candidates for various certified positions. These include classroom teachers, library-media specialists, instructional coaches, and school psychologists. Special-area teachers are also being recruited. Support staff roles include teacher aides, paraprofessionals, and student advocates.

According to job fair organizers, prospective candidates can network with district representatives. They can also learn about opportunities within the educational communities. Licensure specialists from NCISC will be available to address questions about credentials, endorsements, and other licensure requirements. They will provide assistance to both candidates and participating districts.

"By hosting this job fair, we are taking a proactive approach to connect districts with top-notch candidates," said Dr. April Jordan, executive director of NCISC. "Our goal is to ensure the highly-regarded North Cook region continues to be a destination for outstanding educators and staff."

Participating districts include:

• East Maine 63
• Lincolnwood 74
• Elk Grove Village 59
• West Northfield 31
• Northbrook 27
• Schaumburg 54
• Prospect Heights 23
• Northbrook/Glenview 30
• Winnetka 36
• Kenilworth School District 38
• Arlington Heights 25
• East Prairie 73
• Niles Township District for Special Education 807
• Morton Grove 70
• Skokie 69
• Wheeling 21
• Mt. Prospect 57
• Palatine CCSD 15
• Evanston 65
• Barrington 220
• Park Ridge-Niles 64
• River Trails 26
• Northbrook 27
• Fairview 72
• Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization 805
• North Cook ISC

Candidates are encouraged to visit ncisc.org/job-fair to learn more and register in advance.