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K-12 Education Background Checks That Put Student Safety First
Screen teachers, staff, and volunteers with the thoroughness that parents, students, and your community deserve.
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Student safety
Why K-12 Hiring Demands the Most Thorough Screening
Every person in your school — teachers, aides, custodians, cafeteria workers, volunteers — has direct access to children. A single missed background check isn't just a compliance gap. It's a breach of trust with every parent who sends their child to your school.
Student-first screening
Every check, every time
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Higher standard
How 3rd Degree Sets a Higher Standard for K-12 Screening
PBSA-accredited. Built for student safety and state education compliance.
No setup fees or minimums
Start screening when you need to — no upfront costs or contracts.
24 to 90 hour turnaround
Keep your hiring pipeline moving with timely results.
Locked-in pricing
Plan your screening budget with confidence.
U.S.-based support
Get responsive help from a team that understands K-12 compliance.
No offshore checks
All checks handled domestically for maximum accuracy.
State education compliance
Built-in support for state-specific K-12 hiring and volunteer screening requirements.
Customer proof
Trusted by K-12 School Districts Across the Country
"Student safety is our top priority. 3rd Degree's thorough background checks give our parents and school board complete confidence in every person we hire."
Dr. Patricia Wells
Superintendent, Oakwood School District
"Their abuse registry and sex offender checks are exactly what we need for K-12 compliance. Fast, thorough, and the support team is exceptional."
Michael Torres
HR Director, Springfield Public Schools
"We screen hundreds of teachers, aides, and volunteers every year. 3rd Degree makes it effortless with automated workflows and real-time dashboards."
Jennifer Park
Director of Human Resources, Lakeview Academy
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