Careers
Crystal Lake Elementary District 47 is the largest elementary school district in McHenry County with over 7,000 students and 1,400 staff. The district serves PreK through 8th grade students in 9 elementary schools and 3 middle schools.
Our Mission
Grow. Empower Thrive.
Our Vision
Inspiring innovation and academic growth through an inclusive community so that each and every student and staff member succeeds within and beyond the classroom.
Our Values
At Crystal Lake Elementary District 47, we believe:
- equity is the fuel for all to reach their full potential.
- in meeting the needs of each learner to achieve continued academic success and personal growth.
- safe and secure environments support physical, emotional, and intellectual development.
- respectful communication is the key to quality teamwork.
- by acting with integrity we hold ourselves and others to the highest standards.
- we foster innovation, drive excellence, and build community by embracing diverse perspectives and working together.
Staff Fast Facts
Hold an Advanced Degree
Average Years of Experience
Teacher Retention Rate
D47 is a forward-thinking school district that prioritizes ongoing learning by offering a diverse range of continuing education and professional development opportunities for educators. Through these initiatives, teachers can enhance their skills and unlock pathways for career advancement, ensuring a well-rounded and high-quality educational experience for students.
Flexible Employment Opportunities
District 47 is always looking for qualified individuals to serve as substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and lunch/playground supervisors.
Application FAQ
- How do I start an application?
- How do I apply to a specific job posting?
- Do I need to complete a new application for each position I apply to?
- How do I use my existing application to apply to new job postings?
- I applied for a job through McHenry County. Do you receive those applications?
- Besides applying online, what else do I need to do to be considered?
How do I start an application?
How do I apply to a specific job posting?
Do I need to complete a new application for each position I apply to?
How do I use my existing application to apply to new job postings?
I applied for a job through McHenry County. Do you receive those applications?
Besides applying online, what else do I need to do to be considered?
Find Your Future in District 47
I feel like my journey has been a really great learning experience because I feel like I've done a little bit of everything. I truly love and enjoy working at Canterbury because it's such a positive environment within all grade levels. All the teachers are always smiling, they're always talking with each other and they're always willing to help.-Manuel gonzalez, 4th grade dual language teacher, canterbury
I speak Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, a bit of Arabic, and English, and I work with students from all over the world. Right now, our school serves nearly 90 multilingual learners who speak about 9 different languages. -Fouzia rana, ELL Teacher, Indian Prairie
The people in Crystal Lake are some of the nicest I’ve ever met. No matter what role I’ve been in, there has always been a team of teachers ready to rally behind me. I tell everyone that I have the best job in the world, even to my students.
-Stephanie Bural, Reading Specialist/interventionist, husmann
Crystal Lake, Illinois - A Good Place to Live
Crystal Lake is conveniently located 45 miles northwest of Chicago and 15 miles to the Wisconsin border. Whether you are looking for great food, exciting activities, beautiful outdoor spaces, or family-friendly fun, the community of Crystal Lake has it all.
- 42 parks spanning over 1,400 acres
- 3 beaches
- 2 train stations
- 4,000 businesses
