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Human Resources
The quality of instruction provided in a classroom or on a campus is directly correlated to the quality of educational professionals providing the collaborative service. To this end, Prosper ISD is committed to recruiting and hiring the best educators available.
"What do I like most about Prosper ISD? The teachers! They are hands down the BEST! The teachers in PISD are exceptional and work hard to reach each and every individual student. I have never in my life experienced teachers that genuinely care about and go above and beyond for the students that they serve. They are dedicated, hard-working, compassionate and approachable. With each year that passes I have the joy of watching my kids build relationships with their teachers in addition to learning academically. So thankful to be part of a district where teachers care so deeply and put students first!" Laura Caufield, Reynolds Parent
Finding Future Leaders
The Prosper ISD application process is quite comprehensive. In addition to a normal written (digital) application that asks for candidates’ education, experience, and references, the district asks the candidate to comment on how the PISD Educator Profile aligns with their own educational philosophy. Prosper ISD Executive Director of Human Resources, Mrs. Bernadette Gerace, Gerace explains that “we also employ a candidate assessment that was developed to help us learn more about a candidates’ attitudinal, cognitive, and pedagogy knowledge and skills as well as utilizing a digital interviewing program that allows our administrators to virtually ‘meet’ all candidates and hear their thoughts on questions specifically designed for each position. Once our administrators see all of this, they are best able to determine which candidates they should invite in for an interview (virtual or in-person).” As always, HR also ensures that all candidates who are recommended for hire have all of the proper certifications and requirements to serve as educators in Prosper ISD.
Educator Profile
The collective stakeholders and communities that serve Prosper ISD strive for the Prosper ISD Educator to be a model for the students of the district in their academic abilities and drive, in their constant pursuit of challenges and learning opportunities, in their well-rounded experiences, in their fair and respectful treatment of others, and in their contributions towards the community through their involvement.
Leadership Profile
The Prosper ISD Leadership Profile designates the attributes necessary to ensure leaders have the greatest impact on the school community. The profile provides clarity and direction to both current and aspiring leaders at all levels of the organization. It includes a shared vision, cultivates leadership, confident & relatable, exemplifies self-awareness, professional communication, receptive to constructive criticism, builds relationships, and lifelong learning.