Guest Teachers (Substitute)

Thank you for your interest in becoming a guest teacher (substitute) at Gurnee School District 56.  The Board of Education and every staff member in the District appreciates your contribution to ensure the educational program in our District does not suffer due to staff absences.

Guest Teacher Handbook 

2023-2024 Payroll Schedule

Application

  • Apply online and upload:

  • Resume

  • Copies of College Transcripts

  • ISBE Licensure Credential Screen

After completing the basic application, the following item is also required: 

  • Complete a Substitute Teacher Training Class at the Gurnee School District Office located at 3706 Florida Avenue, Gurnee, IL  60031.  Email Lori Rupsch to inquire as to when the next training is scheduled.

Gurnee District 56 is proud to introduce Aesop as our substitute calling system.  This system allows you to view and accept available open positions online.  Once you have completed the two-hour training class, your personal Aesop login information will be emailed to you.  At this point, you will be able to begin accepting substitute positions.

Gurnee School District 56 is proud to offer substitute classroom teachers $140.00 per day and $70.00 for a half day.

We are looking forward to a successful teaching experience for you and the children of District 56.

Additional Employment Items Needed

  • Copy of Driver’s License

  • Copy of Social Security Card

Federal and State Withholding Tax Notification

Per the federal and state tax table guidelines, minimal federal and state taxes will be deducted from your paycheck under the following conditions:

  • Your anticipated annual salary is under $6,350 for single status

  • Your anticipated annual salary is under $12,700 for married status

In order to ensure federal and state taxes will be withheld, you may indicate a dollar amount or percentage to be deducted from each paycheck on Federal Withholding Form Line 6, Illinois State Withholding Form Line 3 or Wisconsin State Withholding Form Line 2, in addition to your normal tax exemptions.

This notice is for clarification purposes only.  Contact your tax accountant for detailed tax assistance.

For Questions Or Additional Information Contact:

Lori Rupsch, HR Department
Email Lori Rupsch
847-505-1600 (direct line)
847-336-1110 (fax)