United States Virgin Islands Department of Education
Division of Human Resources
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United States Virgin Islands Department of Education Division of Human Resources
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Lockhart School in St. Thomas Frequently Asked Questions What is the hiring process? The diagram below outlines our hiring process: 
When does the School Year start/end? The school year starts on August 25, 2008 and ends on June 15, 2009. Our Department hires employees year-round. You can also download the new SCHOOL CALENDAR. How do I know if I qualify for a vacancy? School-based professionals such as teachers, librarians, and school psychologists can visit the Certification Page to view the requirements set forth by the local Board of Education. Please note that reciprocal agreements with other states have not been set by our Board of Education, so simply having an out-of-state certificate is not sufficient to qualify for a position. Prior teaching experience is not necessary for teaching positions. Support Staff vacancies are usually accompanied by a job description in the Vacancies Page which details what credentials and/or experience is needed. Which district should I apply to? You should apply to the district under which the vacancy is listed in the Vacancies Page. For territory-wide vacancies or vacancies that appear in both districts, you can apply to either district. Can I substitute another exam for the Praxis I exam? Only the National Teachers Exam, which was what the Praxis exam was previously known as. The Praxis I exam is a local law requirement, and no other test can be substituted for it. All teachers entering our Department must take this exam, which is available nationwide (look for local test centers in the Praxis website). You may apply without having taken the exam, but you must at least register for the exam prior to submitting your application packet. Include a copy of your Praxis registration form with your application packet. What should the physician's statement of good health say? The physicians statement of good health is a letter, in your physician's official stationary, which states that you are fit to perform the duties for which you are applying. How do I obtain a criminal background check? It differs depending on where you live, but the criminal background check is usually performed by the local police department. You would need to have a local and national check performed. We provide a form that you may present to your local police department, but they may have their own form, procedure, and fees. YOU are responsible for requesting the background check from your local law enforcement agency, and submitting it or having them submit it to us. What happens after I submit my application? You will receive a letter from the USVI Department of Education 2-3 weeks after we receive your application packet. This letter will acknowledge receipt of your application packet and outline any missing documents. Once we have received all the necessary documents, you will be contacted for vacancies available in your area of interest. Teaching applicants will have their credentials forwarded to the USVI Board of Education, who will determine their certification status. Only teachers deemed eligible by the USVI Board of Education will be considered for teaching vacancies.
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