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

Job vacancies updated dailyAll districts can view application, resume and

cover letterApply to different jobs and regions using

same applicationApplication remains active for one yearInstant email confirmation of application

receipt

Select a region from New York State on the homepage to begin

New users must register by creating an OLAS account, username and password

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

Personal InfoBackground InfoCertificates/ Highly QualifiedEducational PreparationWork ExperienceReferencesResume and cover letterOther languagesExtracurricularsApplication preferencesOther documents

Background Info

Additional Background Info

Applicant’s Background Information Statement

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

Include high school, college and graduate school, if applicable

Current Employment

Other Educational Work Experience

Years of Teaching Experience

Student Teaching/Internship

Other

At least 3 professional references

Be sure to ask/inform your references prior to listing them

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

Indicate your proficiency in any languages other than English

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

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

Upload transcripts, letters of recommendation, certifications and your portfolio

Note: All documents uploaded here are unofficial

Once application is complete, you can begin applying to jobs via “apply for job” link on “applicant home”

Research districts prior to applyingBe aware of application deadlinesYou 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

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

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

Click “Apply to Other Regions”

Select region of interest from New York State Region Map

Follow same application procedure

“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

You can deactivate your application by clicking “Check My Application Status” on applicant homepage

Be sure application status is active when applying for jobs

See this section for further guidance in completing your application

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

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.

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