Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 30, 2026, to OEPJobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OEP-289/65325) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) position in the Office of Early Learning (OEL). OEL staff manage the budgets, application process, program support (including on-site monitoring), and resource development for statewide UPK. Additionally, the office also oversees Prekindergarten through Grade 3 (P-3), providing support through the development of standards-based resources, in-person conferences, webinars, and guidance documents for P-3 subjects. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Assistant in Instructional Services (N-6).
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a contingent permanent, non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of master’s degree and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Verification of New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) is dependent upon maintaining New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2), including adhering to all relevant professional development and training requirements as specified by the Office of the Professions. Failure to maintain New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) and current registration will result in removal from employment. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require 30% in-state/Statewide travel.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $108,921 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Care Benefits
Additional Benefits
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.
Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 30, 2026, to OEPJobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OEP-289/65325) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) position in the Office of Early Learning (OEL). OEL staff manage the budgets, application process, program support (including on-site monitoring), and resource development for statewide UPK. Additionally, the office also oversees Prekindergarten through Grade 3 (P-3), providing support through the development of standards-based resources, in-person conferences, webinars, and guidance documents for P-3 subjects. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Assistant in Instructional Services (N-6).
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 22, 26, or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.
55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who have:
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a contingent permanent, non-competitive appointment. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of master’s degree and experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Verification of New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Assistant in Instructional Services (PreK-6) is dependent upon maintaining New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2), including adhering to all relevant professional development and training requirements as specified by the Office of the Professions. Failure to maintain New York State permanent or professional certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) and current registration will result in removal from employment. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require 30% in-state/Statewide travel.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $108,921 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?
Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Care Benefits
Additional Benefits
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.