Volunteer - Background Checks : Northside Independent School District

Volunteer Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Regarding Background Checks

Below is a list of some of the frequently asked questions (FAQs) regarding Northside background checks. Click on the question to see the answer or click here to show all answers.

If your question is not listed here, please contact your campus for assistance or call Partnerships at (210) 397-8599.

	1. Who is required to have a Background Check?
	2. What exactly is being checked?
	3. How long does the process take?
	4. How frequently must I have a background check?
	5. Do I have to give my Social Security Number?
	6. I don't know what campus to put on the form, what do I do?
	7. What if I want to volunteer at more than one campus?
	8. I'm having trouble filling out the online form, what can I do?
	9. What happens if I don't pass the Background Check?
	10. What kinds of things will disqualify me from being a volunteer?

Quick Summary

- The online Background Check form is new for 2005.

- If you can use the online form, your Background Check can be processed more quickly.

- The Online Background Check form has an English and a Spanish version.

- The Online Background Check uses SSL encryption to protect your personal data.

- The Online Background Check requires you to submit your Social Security Number. We can conduct a faster, more accurate background check if we have the Social Security Number.

- If you do not want to give out your Social Security Number, you may use the paper forms.

- Check with your campus to find out the status of your Background Check.

Volunteer Forms

Volunteer Applications
> In English
> In Spanish

Volunteer Background Check
> NEW! Online Form - English & Spanish
> Paper Form - English
> Paper Form - Spanish

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