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Fingerprinting & Background Checks

NOTICE FROM FBI & OHIO BCI

“The Ohio Department of Education has been notified by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) and Identification that it is processing background checks at this time. Any applicant who needs to complete a background check should contact BCI at (877) 224-0043 for instructions on how to complete fingerprint collection at home. If you DO NOT want to take advantage of the home-based option through Ohio BCI, please click on the appropriate MRESC (County-Specific) Office link below to view available fingerprinting dates and times through the MRESC.”

ODE UPDATE ON LICENSE RENEWAL

With the passage of House Bill 197, the coronavirus relief bill, further flexibility will be provided to educators should the state of emergency declared by executive order (Executive Order 2020-01D signed by the Governor on March 9, 2020) extend into the summer. Under this law, the period for educators to complete their renewal requirements and renew their licenses will extend to 90 days after the state of emergency is lifted, but not later than Dec. 1, 2020, whichever date comes first. Educators’ current licenses will remain valid during this time period as well.

Background checks are available at all Midwest Regional ESC Locations by appointment Only.

Costs

  • BCI – $35
  • FBI – $35
  • Both – $70

* MRESC accepts checks, credit cards (4.5% courtesy charge), or employer invoice forms.
* You must provide a valid Ohio Driver’s License or State ID.
* If you are under the age of 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

Schedule a Background Check

Hardin County Office (Kenton):
Check Availability/Schedule Your Appointment: CLICK HERE

Direct Questions to: Chelsea Miller-Goecke at 937-498-1354 ext. 3000

Logan County Office (Bellefontaine):

Check Availability/Schedule Your Appointment: CLICK HERE

Direct Questions to: Jana Barhorst at 937-498-1354 ext. 7002

Shelby County Office (Sidney):
Check Availability/Schedule Your Appointment: CLICK HERE

Direct Questions to: Cheyenne Kroeker at 937-498-1354 ext. 7008

It is your responsibility to determine which background check is required and you must know the name and address to where the results will be mailed.

ebaer@mresc.org

937-498-1354 ext. 7004

Erica Baer

Director of Student Achievement & Gifted Learning

Erica brings a wide range of experiences and perspectives to our team. After graduating with honors from The Ohio State University with both a Bachelor’s in English (French minor) and her Master’s in Education focused on integrated, cross-curricular, multi-ability teaching (elementary, 1-8), Erica’s 19 years in education span grades 3-12 (with over 14 years at the high school level). During those teaching assignments, Erica created the curriculum for each of the courses taught, whether focused on honors, “college prep”, or modifying the work for students with special needs and/ or twice exceptionalities.

Passionate about learning, travel, and positive change, Erica frequently particpates in service opportunities both nationally and internationally, including week-long student summer enrichment opportunities for Native American youth and month-long international camps where students from 10 or more countries learn to build friendships and cross cultural barriers.

Erica’s travels to and work with students across cultures and contexts have helped her to understand that, though kids’ situations may differ, at their core, all kids deserve the opportunity to grow, to thrive, and to become their personal best. During her free time, Erica enjoys time with friends and family by hiking or enjoying the great outdoors, listening to or creating music, exploring new cultures, and challenging herself to continue growing in body, mind, and spirit.