Human Resources

Location: Noyes District Office, 1415 N. 26th St., St. Joseph, MO
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 816-671-4002

This department is responsible for employee recruitment, hiring, benefits, records, and other human resources services for the St. Joseph School District.

The St. Joseph School District is an equal opportunity employer. The district does not discriminate based on age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, or sex.

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Department Staff

Department Staff

Mark Korell

Director of Human Resources
Email

Biography about Mark Korell

Heather Adams

Coordinator of Human Resources
Email

Biography about Heather Adams

Marti Coats

Office Manager
Email

Biography about Marti Coats

Rebekah Hitzfeld

New Employee Liaison
Email

Biography about Rebekah Hitzfeld

Diana Jackson

Benefits Manager
Email

Biography about Diana Jackson

Brandi Koelzer

Human Resources Generalist
Email

Biography about Brandi Koelzer

Lori Monger

Recruiter
Email

Biography about Lori Monger

Employment and Access Tools

Access Staff Only Resources

Employee Access Center

Welcome to the Employee Access Center. Follow the link to access paystubs, W-2s and other payroll information. You can also update demographics such as address and phone number. Any changes made in the demographic information section is sent automatically to Human Resources.

You will use your email login information to access the EAC.

Employee Access Center

Terminated Employees

Terminated Employees

User ID is your Employee ID#.

If this is your first time logging in as a new employee, please use the last 4 digits of your social security number as the password. The system will then prompt you to create a new password and set-up security questions.

Forgot password? Please use the "Forgot your password" link.

Employee Access Center Terminated Employees

Employee Verifications

Employee Work Calendars

Frontline Education

Frontline Education
Frontline Education is a comprehensive school administration platform that helps districts manage personnel, professional learning, absences, time tracking, and employee records in one centralized system. It streamlines workflows, improves accuracy, and provides real-time data to support informed decision-making.

Absence Management
Absence Management allows employees to enter absences and request substitutes online.

Professional Growth
Professional Growth supports employee evaluations, observations, and professional learning plans.

Time and Attendance
Time and Attendance tracks employee work hours, leave time, and overtime.

Frontline Central
Frontline Central serves as the hub for employee records and personnel data.

Recruiting and Hiring
Recruiting and Hiring manages the job posting and application process from start to finish.

For questions, please call Human Resources at (816) 671-4002.

Frontline Education

Quickstart Guide

Creating aN Absence

Worker's Compensation/Employee Accidents

All workplace accidents need to be reported to Human Resources immediately, whether or not you need medical attention. You should complete this form. Please fax (816-671-4013) or scan/email the accident form to Marti Coats in Human Resources.

If you require medical attention, please call Human Resources (816-671-4000) to report the accident. We will contact Concentra (5506 Corporate Drive, Suite 1700 in Mitchell Woods off Riverside Road) to authorize treatment. If you choose to be seen by your own doctor, you will be responsible for all medical bills.

Worker’s Compensation Insurance Company
Gallagher Bassett
800-333-6137 or 314-965-7810

Professional Growth and Development

Compliance Training

Further Your Education

Missouri State Speech-Language Pathology Online Pathway

Program Details about Missouri State Speech-Language Pathology Online Pathway

Missouri Western Master of Arts in Teaching

Program Details about Missouri Western Master of Arts in Teaching

Northwest Missouri State University Online MSE and Ed.S Programs

Program Details about Northwest Missouri State University Online MSE and Ed.S Programs

UMSL Teach Residency Alternative Certification

Program Details about UMSL Teach Residency Alternative Certification

Grow Your Own Program

Opportunity for High School Seniors Interested in Becoming a Teacher for the St. Joseph School District

Recipients may :

Receive up to $4,000 per year for four years
Receive the opportunity for professional development during the summer
Be hired to teach for the St. Joseph School District once the student graduates from college and becomes a certified teacher

To apply, students MUST:

Be a BHS, CHS, or LHS senior
Have a 2.7 GPA or higher
Have a composite score of 18 or higher on the ACT
Complete and sign the applicant form
Write a personal statement (1-2 pages) describing educational goals and interest in teaching for the St. Joseph School District
Provide three letters of reference

Once Selected, Recipients are Required to:

Attend a college or university and major in a program of study that will lead to teacher certification.
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or above
Graduate with a degree in education and become certified to teach
Teach for the St. Joseph School District at least one (1) year for every year of participation in the Grow Your Own program.

**More requirements apply within official recipient agreement

Pathway to Teaching Program

Pathway to Teaching was created to assist current employees who have a bachelor’s degree in something other than education who might want to become certified teachers. This is a competitive process. Qualified employees will need to submit an application, write a personal statement, and submit letters of reference. From the pool of applicants, finalists will be chosen to participate in an interview. The award recipients will be selected from the candidates chosen for an interview.

Once admitted to the program, participants will receive up to $4,000 annually from the district for up to two years to assist with the costs of obtaining teaching certification at an approved college or university. Participants will receive this financial assistance in return for a commitment to teach in the St. Joseph School District for at least three years after attaining their teacher certification.

If you are interested in becoming a teacher and want to learn more about the district’s Pathway to Teaching program, you can access the program description and agreement below. If you have questions about this program, please send an email to Mark Korell.

Pathway to Teaching Program Employee Participant Agreement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Notice Regarding Public Service Loan Forgiveness
In accordance with state law, the St. Joseph Public Schools is required to provide all new employees with information regarding eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Employees who work full time in a public school district might be eligible for this program. The Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans for borrowers after they have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan, as long as the borrower is not in default. For more information about the program and to determine whether you are eligible under this program, go to the Missouri Department of Higher Education's website.

Become a District Substitute

The St. Joseph School District contracts their Substitute Teachers through EduStaff.

Interested in working as a Substitute Teacher?
Please apply using the following instructions:

Go to EDUStaff
Top right hand corner, click on "Start Application"
Complete the online application

Questions or concerns? Call EDUStaff at (877) 974-6338.

Substitute Info for Absence Management
Substitute QuickStart Guide

School Calendar

Building & School Hours

Volunteering and Mentoring

Volunteer Information

VEST is an educational partnership involving the St. Joseph Public Schools and the St. Joseph community. It is designed to enhance our student's educational experiences and aid the work of professional educators by offering the special talents and resources of the community in the public schools.

Who can be a volunteer?
EVERYONE! Volunteers include parents, senior citizens, college and high school students, people in the business world, and other community members. A volunteer needs no special qualifications, just a genuine concern for children in our schools. Volunteer opportunities are coordinated by the District's Department of Volunteer Services. Each volunteer will be working with a building principal, a teacher, or other professionals who will give help as needed.

Interested in volunteering or becoming a mentor?
Please fill out the application application below and return it to the Human Resources office at 1415 N 26th Street or any St. Joseph School District building.

Volunteer Application
Volunteer Handbook

Mentor Information

Mentors are kind and caring adults who offer children support and guidance. Mentors genuinely like and respect children and are willing to make a sustained personal commitment to the Connect-Tomorrow program and to their student. Mentors volunteer their time by visiting with their students at school, interacting with them on a one-on-one basis, and serving as positive role models.

Mentors will

Increase their involvement in the community
Recognize they can make a difference
Make a new friend
Gain new experience and knowledge about youth and the community's schools
Contribute to the quality of the future work force

Students will

Receive the support and guidance of a caring adult
Make a new friend
Experience an increase in self-esteem
Receive encouragement to stay in school and graduate
Gain knowledge about their community and the world of work

For more information call (816) 671-4000

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Human Resources

Department Staff

Employment and Access Tools

Access Staff Only Resources

Employee Access Center

Terminated Employees

Employee Verifications

Employee Work Calendars

Frontline Education

Worker's Compensation/Employee Accidents

Professional Growth and Development

Compliance Training

Further Your Education

Grow Your Own Program

Pathway to Teaching Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Additional Opportunities

Become a District Substitute

Volunteering and Mentoring

Volunteer Information

Mentor Information

Human Resources