I am applying for a certificated position and I don’t quite have my official Washington State Teaching/ESA Certificate yet. What do I upload in it’s place?
If you have started the process to obtain your certificate with OSPI and have submitted the required documents, but things are still under review with OSPI, you can upload a placeholder document with general timelines and status of your certificate.
An example might be: “I submitted all of the required paperwork to my OSPI e-certificate profile, my university has submitted all of the paperwork, and as of May 10th, my documents are under review with OSPI. The certificate will list the following endorsements once approved with OSPI: Elementary Education & K-12 Special Education.”
How will I be considered for a teaching position once my application is complete?
Most teaching positions are posted in May. From May through July, the district reviews and considers internal transfers. In August, remaining open positions become available for external candidates.
How do I ... ?
- Change or update something in my main profile?
- Select the Sign In link at the top right of the main jobs page.
- Log in with your username or email and your password.
- Once logged in, select your name which now appears in the upper right box.
- Go to Profile to make updates or changes.
- Apply for positions?
- If you have a current profile with us, you can log in with the Sign In link at the top right of the main jobs page. Once logged in, select the open role you are interested in, and select the green Apply button to apply directly for that role.
- If you do not have a saved profile, you will need to create one. You can do this by signing on as a new user.
- Add documents to my file?
- Sign in and add any documents in your profile. You can select "add" to upload documents.
- Find out the closing date of a job I applied for?
- The closing date is listed in the top of the posting.
Note: Jobs close at 5 p.m. the day of, not 11:59 p.m. Most jobs are posted for a minimum of 5 days.
What if I am unable to upload the resume and letters of recommendation?
If you have any issues with the system, click on the Menu button on the top left of the main jobs page. From there, select Help and Support. Any question you have should be answered within this help screen. For additional support, call the NeoGov help line at 1.855.524.5627.
What if my supervisor is not allowed to write a letter of recommendation (per company policy)?
You may submit your last employee performance evaluation. Many employers are willing to write a “personal” letter of reference that speaks to your work history, not on company letterhead, which is an acceptable alternative.
Do I need to resubmit my letters of recommendation and resume each time I apply for a job?
Submitted documents will stay in your profile. Select your saved documents from your profile to attach to each position you apply for.
Do I need official transcripts to have a complete application?
No. Official transcripts are needed upon hire. Unofficial copies can be uploaded into your application.
I am currently student teaching. Can I apply for teaching positions which require a certificate?
If you are on track to complete your student teaching, you are eligible to begin applying for full-time positions that will begin after you have received your Residency Teacher Certificate. You do not have to wait until your certificate has been issued to begin applying for positions.
What other documents will I need to provide if offered a position at SPS?
All new employees are required to complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9), issued by the US Immigration and Naturalization Service, which requires documentation to establish eligibility.
All new employees will be fingerprinted and will complete a background disclosure upon hire.
If I have questions about Equal Employment Opportunity policies, who do I contact?
Please contact Human Resources at 509.354.7265 and you will be directed to the Equal Employment Opportunities Officer.
What if I need a special accommodation to complete the application?
Please contact our Human Resources office for assistance at 509.354.7265.
Who do I contact with questions about my teaching certificate?
Questions regarding certification can be directed to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction: