We appreciate your interest in employment with Keller ISD and would like to encourage you to take a few minutes to review the instructions prior to completing your application.
Create a USER ID
You will create a User ID and password. Using this User ID and password, you will be able to return to your application to make changes, corrections or addition. Be sure to record this information for future reference.
Attaching Documents
You may attach a letter of interest and resume to the online application. You must convert your documents to one of the following formats in order to attach to the application: .htm, .pdf, .rtf, or .txt. For example, if your resume is saved in Microsoft Word, click on 'Save As...' in the File menu, and select one of the file types above.
Application Submission
Once you have submitted your application you will receive the message, "Your application has been successfully transmitted." If you have provided a valid email address, an email will be sent to that address confirming the receipt of your application. This is your indication that your application is available to Keller ISD principals or other hiring officials.
Application Retention
Your application will remain active for a period of 1 year. To re-activate your application, you will need to update your application using your User ID and password before the year has lapsed. Once you have updated your application, it will be reactivated for another year.
Interview Process
KISD follows site-based management practices (excluding substitute positions). Principals and other hiring officials are responsible for the hiring of positions within their area of authority. The online application database of applicant information is available to all hiring officials; however, hiring supervisors may also utilize Job Fair contacts, letters of interest, employee referrals, etc., as recruiting tools.
Criminal History Check - Senate Bill 9
The 80th Legislative Session authorized Senate Bill 9 which requires all applicants for employment to be fingerprinted prior to beginning employment. More information regarding the fingerprinting process will be shared with the candidate at the time an offer of employment is made. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
If you need further assistance:
- You may request help via email at Human_Resources@kellerisd.net. This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it. Please include your telephone number in case someone from the Human Resources office needs to contact you.
- You may visit Human Resources and one of our staff members will assist you.
- You may contact Human Resources and ask for help over the phone at 817-744-1078.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Keller ISD!
Click a position below for additional information:
Teacher, Special Services or Administrative Positions
Online Teacher Insight Instructions – Completion of the TeacherInsight™ is required ONLY if you are completing a Certified application for a teacher, counselor, librarian, speech language pathologist, or athletic trainer.
- The TeacherInsight™ Interview will require 40-45 minutes of uninterrupted time.
- Once you have successfully submitted your on-line application, you will be provided a link to the Gallup TeacherInsight™ Interview web site.
- The TeacherInsight™ consists of multiple-choice questions, Likert-type items (responses on a one-to-five scale).
- Following completion of the web-based interview, your TI results will be directly sent to us and become part of your applicant profile.
- If your application is considered for additional interview opportunities, a Keller ISD representative will contact you.
- If you have previously completed the TI with another district, please transfer the information to Keller ISD by completing the Keller on-line application and logging on to the Gallup website via the link provided. Your results will become part of your applicant profile with Keller ISD.
Paraprofessional or Operational Support Positions
Thank you for your interest in employment with Keller ISD. Completion of an online application is required to be considered for employment with Keller ISD as a secretary, office aide, instructional aide, custodian, maintenance, grounds, computer technician, lunchroom monitor, etc. Please take a few minutes to review the instructions prior to completing your application.
Educational Aide Applicants
Applicants interested in Educational Aide positions are required to obtain an Educational Aide Certificate once they are employed by Keller ISD. The cost of the fingerprinting is $42.25 and Keller ISD will pay this fee on your behalf. The cost of this certificate is $32.00 and must be paid by the employee at the time of new hire orientation to the State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) website. There is also an additional $10 fee to be fingerprinted for the Educational Aide Certificate. This fee is paid by the employee at the time of fingerprint appointment. If you are a certified teacher or certified educational aide in the state of Texas, you will not be required to obtain an Educational Aide Certificate. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
Substitute Positions
Thank you for your interest in applying with Keller ISD. To ensure accurate and timely processing of your application, please follow the instructions as written below.
Requirements
To be the teacher of the classroom, a minimum of 30 official college hours are required. If you have a high school diploma or equivalent, then you may only sub as an Aide.
The daily rate of pay for substitute teachers is:
High School Diploma - $63.00
30 college hours or more - $70.00
Bachelor/Texas Certified Teacher - $85.00
The 80th Legislative Session authorized Senate Bill 9 which expands the criminal history review by the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), this includes all substitutes. Substitutes pay a fee of $50.20 for this process. These fees will not be reimbursed by KISD. More information regarding this process will be given to prospective substitutes at orientation.
Pre-Application
Keller ISD has implemented a new Substitute Teacher Training Program designed by Utah State University Substitute Teaching Institute and delivered by STEDI.org. This training program is a required part of the substitute application process. Substitute applicants are required to complete the SubOrientation™ and SubSkills™ training and pass the SubAssessment™ with a composite score of 85% or greater.
Applicants who hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate or substitute teacher certification may waive the training and assessment portions, but must complete the SubOrientation™. If you have a valid Texas Teaching Certificate or substitute teacher certification, please click here.
There is a cost associated with this training of $39.95, and will be the responsibility of the applicant. Payment may be made online by credit card, check or money order. This cost will not be reimbursed by Keller ISD.
The training fee provides the applicant online access for one year to:
- The 25-minute SubOrientation™ video and district policies and procedures for which substitutes will be held accountable.
- SubSkills™ training material
- A variety of downloadable forms, reports, and over 75 activities that can be used in the classrooms
- The online SubAssessment™ which is designed to "assess" or evaluate how well the material has been mastered.
The training may only be taken over the internet and includes 6-10 hours of interactive SubOrientation™ and SubSkills™ training. If you prefer not to study at a computer, you may purchase a handbook for an additional $19.95. It takes an average of thirty minutes to complete each of the five SubAssessment™ sections. Candidates may take each SubAssessment™ a maximum of four times, to obtain a passing score of at least 85%.
Once training is complete, applicants should print or save a copy of the SubDiploma™ for their records. You will need to attach a copy to the completed Keller ISD Substitute Application. To access the online training, go to www.stedi.org, and enter access code: KELNEW811
Certified Substitutes
Applicants who have a valid Texas Teaching Certificate or substitute teacher certification must complete the SubOrientation™ delivered by STEDI.org. Once you have completed SubOrientation™, you must register and attend a Keller ISD substitute orientation session. To access the online SubOrientation™, go to www.stedi.org, and enter access code: KELCERT890
After Training is Complete
After successfully completing the SubOrientation™ and SubSkills™ training, applicants are ready to complete the Keller ISD Substitute Application. You must attach a copy of your SubDiploma™ , or your Valid Texas Teaching Certificate, to the application. Your attachment must be in a .PDF, .RTF, .PXT, or .HTM format. Once the application has been completed, you may register for the first available Substitute Orientation class.
Substitute Orientation
After completing the Substitute Application online, you must return to this page to register for a mandatory New Hire Orientation. Once you have registered, you will receive an email giving you the date, time and place where the orientation will be held. Orientation session reminders will not be sent out, and you must bring the email confirmation to the orientation.
To register for the next available New-Hire Orientation, please click here.
What to Bring to the Orientation:
- A valid driver's license and social security card. NOTE: Your application file will be listed by the name as it appears on your social security card. Please do not sign any forms using abbreviated names or nicknames.
- Official transcripts from a college or university showing your official college hours and the date your degree is conferred, if applicable. (NOTE: Official college transcripts will be kept. Copies and unofficial transcripts cannot be accepted.)
- Ball-point ink pen either blue or black.
- For aide positions, a high school transcript or equivalent.
Substitute Nurse
If you are applying as a Substitute Nurse, you will need to complete the substitute application. Please contact the Human Resources Department at (817)744-1082 once you have completed the substitute application for information on the Substitute Nurse Program. The orientation for Nurses is conducted through Cindy Parsons, Director of Nursing for Keller ISD. Once you have contacted HR and completed all necessary paperwork, Ms. Parsons may be contacted at 817-744-1241 to schedule an orientation.
Begin Online Application or Update Current Online Application
Summer/Seasonal Positions
Thank you for your interest in employment with Keller ISD. Completion of an online non-exempt application is required to be considered for summer/seasonal employment with Keller ISD as a secretary, office aide, instructional aide, custodian, maintenance, grounds, computer technician, lunchroom monitor, etc. Please take a few minutes to review the instructions prior to completing your application.
Begin Online Application or Update Current Online Application