3. Search and apply for jobs in New York State school districts using OLAS Build a complete online application including background, certifications, references, resume and cover letter System matches candidate strengths with district needs to increase your chances of getting an interview Participating NYS districts use OLAS as primary source of applications and many no longer accept paper applications Some local districts that do not participate in OLAS: Albany, Averill Park, Fonda-Fultonville, Schalmont, Schoharie, Sharon Springs, Shenendahowa, Voorheesville

4. Job vacancies updated daily All districts can view application, resume and cover letter Apply to different jobs and regions using same application Application remains active for one year Instant email confirmation of application receipt

5. Select a region from New York State on the homepage to begin New users must register by creating an OLAS account, username and password

6. All sections of the application must be completed before applying to a job Log in to OLAS account using username and password You will be redirected to the Applicant Homepage Click on each link under the “Application” tab to complete the sections of your application

8. Personal Info Background Info Certificates/ Highly Qualified Educational Preparation Work Experience References Resume and cover letter Other languages Extracurriculars Application preferences Other documents

10. Background Info Additional Background Info Applicant’s Background Information Statement

11. Certificate type, title and date issued for each certificate you hold If applicable, identify area in which you are “highly qualified” according to No Child Left Behind National Board Certification

12. Include high school, college and graduate school, if applicable

13. Current Employment Other Educational Work Experience Years of Teaching Experience Student Teaching/Internship Other

14. At least 3 professional references Be sure to ask/inform your references prior to listing them

15. Upload resume and generic cover letter here Set up appointment with a Career Counselor in the Career Planning Office to have resumes and cover letters critiqued prior to submission

16. Indicate your proficiency in any languages other than English

17. Schools look to hire people who can also help with extracurriculars, so check any activities you would feel comfortable coaching/leading

18. Willingness to relocate, tutor Type of employment desired Check the box to allow all districts to view application (they search by certification area) Option of blocking one district in Region from viewing application

19. Upload transcripts, letters of recommendation, certifications and your portfolio Note: All documents uploaded here are unofficial

20. Once application is complete, you can begin applying to jobs via “apply for job” link on “applicant home” Research districts prior to applying Be aware of application deadlines You may re-enter OLAS site at any time to update your application and apply to new vacancies Keep track of current job applications via “Manage My Jobs” link on applicant homepage

21. Learn more about specific districts in your region by clicking on “districts” on OLAS homepage (change region selection to view details of districts in other regions) Select “view details” to find contact information for a district

22. Specify a district or view all in your region Click on the link for each job to view details Apply to desired job(s) by checking the box and clicking “apply for job(s)” You will receive a confirmation email after applying

23. Click “Apply to Other Regions” Select region of interest from New York State Region Map Follow same application procedure

24. “Manage My Jobs” link provides a list of jobs you have applied to Select “Upload Job Specific Cover Letter” to upload an additional cover letter specific to this position

25. You can deactivate your application by clicking “Check My Application Status” on applicant homepage Be sure application status is active when applying for jobs

26. See this section for further guidance in completing your application

27. Click on FAQ on OLAS homepage for answers to common application questions

28. If you have any questions or comments regarding OLAS, please e-mail olasadmin@pnwboces.org or call (914) 248-2358 within the Metropolitan area. Outside the Metropolitan area, please call (800) 435-3351.olasadmin@pnwboces.org The Sage Colleges Career Services Albany campus: (518) 292-1793 Library-3 rd floor Troy campus: (518) 244-2272 Hart Hall-2 nd floor