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Liberty Hill ISD

Building Champions in Academics, Character, and Community

Prospective Employees

Prospective Employees

Welcome to Liberty Hill ISD!

We are thrilled that you are considering joining our team of Champion Educators. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and straightforward, ensuring that all candidates know exactly what to expect at each step. Below, you’ll find a detailed flow that outlines everything from applying for a position to starting your journey with us.

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  • Liberty Hill Independent School District is a vibrant and rapidly expanding educational community located just north of Austin, Texas. With two high schools, two middle schools, and seven elementary campuses, we proudly serve over 10,000 students. As we continue to grow, we offer a wide range of exciting career opportunities for dedicated educators and staff who are eager to contribute to our dynamic district. Check back often for the latest openings and explore the possibilities of building your career with us. 

  • Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Tanya Lambert, Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition and Recruitment, to discuss your professional goals and see how your talents and aspirations can thrive at Liberty Hill ISD. With over 22 years of experience in education, Tanya is well-equipped to answer any questions you might have. Whether you're just starting in the field or seeking new challenges in a seasoned career, Tanya is ready to explore the possibility of your future career in Liberty Hill ISD! 

    1. Candidate Application: A candidate applies for the desired position using the Frontline system.
    2. Recommendation for Hire: The Principal/Supervisor completes a Recommendation for Hire.
    3. Job Offer: Once HR receives the Recommendation for Hire, a job offer email is sent to the candidate, detailing the start date, position, and salary.  
    4. Completion of Frontline Paperwork: The candidate fills out required paperwork sent through email via Frontline.
    5. Fingerprinting:
      • The candidate follows instructions from an Identogo email to schedule an appointment for fingerprinting.
      • If the candidate's fingerprints are already in the system from previous employment at a school district, HR will subscribe to the existing fingerprints through the DPS webpage.
      • Candidates cannot start until fingerprinting is completed.
    6. School Board Approval (for exempt positions):
      • If the position is salaried, the candidate's name is submitted to the School Board for approval.
      • Candidates cannot start until they receive School Board approval.
    7. HR Onboarding Session:
      • An onboarding session is scheduled where candidates are informed about benefits, have their employee badge picture taken, and review the school calendar and pay dates.
    8. Finalization:
      • HR informs the Supervisor/Principal when the candidate is cleared to start.
      • The candidate starts their new position at LHISD.
      • The employee badge is sent to the campus/department.
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    Salary Scale

     

    At Liberty Hill ISD, we value the dedication and commitment of our educators and staff. In this section, you will find the 2024-2025 Teacher Salary Scale. If you have questions regarding compensation, please reach out to the Compensation Department.  

     

    Special Education Stipends (Updated for 24-25 School Year)

    • Inclusion/Resource – $2,500
    • ESLE – $2500
    • BEST – $3000
    • Solid ROOTS – $3500
    • RISE – $4000
    • AIMES – $4500
    • Diagnostician – $1500
    • OT – $1500
    • School Psychologist – $1500
    • SLP – $1500
    • 2024-2025 Salary Scale (Non-Teacher)
  • Liberty Hill ISD offers a choice of health insurance plans and dental care plans. Employees may also choose vision, disability insurance, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance benefits as well as cafeteria plan payroll deductions. All employees contribute to the Texas Teachers Retirement System (TRS). They may also contribute to a personal retirement account such as a 403(b) or 457.  

    New hires have 30 days from the date of their hire to choose their benefits coverage on The Beacon. Regular employees may elect to change their medical and supplemental coverage during the district's annual open enrollment periods each year on The Beacon. If you have a qualifying life event during the plan year you have 30 days to make changes to your benefits by notifying the Benefits Coordinator, Lisa Garner at 512-260-5580 or by messaging the benefits team here.

     

    MID-YEAR CHANGES 

    The benefits you choose will remain in effect throughout the plan year (from September 1 - August 31). You may only add or cancel coverage during the year if you have a qualifying change in family or employment status that causes you to gain or lose eligibility for benefits. Employees have 31 days after a qualifying event to make changes based on that event. It is the responsibility of the employee to notify the employer of such changes and to complete the proper paperwork.

     

    Qualifying changes may include: 

    • A change in your legal marital status 
    • A change in your number of dependents as a result of birth, adoption, legal custody, or if your dependent child satisfies or ceases to satisfy eligibility requirements for coverage, or the death of a dependent child or spouse 
    • A change in employment status for you or your spouse 
    • Loss or gain of eligibility for other insurance (including CHIP & Medicaid—60-day notification deadline)

     

    2024-2025 Benefits Information