FAQ
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Why should I consider ESS to provide my District with staffing support?
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As your partner, ESS will recruit non-stop, year-round providing your District with highly qualified employees. Each applicant undergoes an in-person training program directed by veteran educators. A locally-based management team will be present in your District, managing all aspects of the program and working with your administration to ensure the program is meeting your every need. We apply a tremendous amount of resources behind our partner relationships and it yields results.

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If I partner with ESS, will my fill rate improve?
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ESS prides itself in improving the fill rates of our partner districts. Whether your District program is self-operated or presently outsourced, ESS is the proven solution to providing higher fill rates. Our team will work with your District to determine the factors contributing to your current fill rates and formulate a plan for improvement.

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Can ESS save my District money?
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For many of our clients, there are cost savings – but many of our clients will tell you that's not the driver of their decision to partner with us. We apply the time, effort, and resources necessary to aggressively recruit and build a skilled and qualified talent pool who wants to come to work each day. By doing so, our clients experience not only improved fill rates, but a dramatic decrease in administrative burden.

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What tools do you use to manage absences?
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We use ESS Frontline Education's Absence Management, the same software formally known as Aesop.

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What changes if I already use a web-based absence management system?
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Whether your district presently uses Absence Management, another management system, or no system at all, our technology implementation is simple. Our transition team is an expert at working with all systems and will streamline your web-based absence management into our system. There is no hardware installation required, and our Absence Management experts will import all necessary data, reducing strain on your administration.

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Does your program track the time and attendance of the staff you provide to my District?
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Yes, ESS will track the time and attendance of the staff that we provide to your schools. Your District will always know who is working and what schools they are working in.

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How many clients does ESS have?
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We currently work with more than 900+ partners throughout 34 states in the U.S.

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If my District partners with ESS, do I pay my substitutes or do you?
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Each employee placed by ESS will be paid by ESS. Our finance department handles all payroll responsibilities. We absorb the costs and processes associated with payroll for these positions, freeing up your District resources.

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What benefits do you provide the employees who work for you?
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Our employees are our most important asset. Regardless of how many hours they work, they are offered a range of benefits and additional employee advantages including, but not limited to: Healthcare, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Weekly Pay, Consumer Discount Program, Incentive Programs, Ongoing Training Opportunities, Comprehensive Support.

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Do your employees undergo background checks?
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Absolutely. Each ESS employee is guaranteed to be 100% compliant using the same background checks and clearances that your district presently uses. Our credentialing standards strictly match those of your district and state.

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Do you train your employees?
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Yes. All employees participate in ESS’ multifaceted training program based on their position. The program consists of a in-person training seminar in your community, supplementary online training courses, and regular ongoing training initiatives throughout the year. Trainings are customized to both district and state standards.

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I'm interested in learning more. What should I do next?
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To learn more, please contact our team by clicking the “Contact” button at the top of this webpage and filling out the contact form. Our business development team will arrange a meeting so that we can begin building a program that meets your district's specific needs.