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Frequently Asked Questions

Please read the questions below before contacting the District about your application. Questions are grouped into categories to help you find information quickly.

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Application

Q:Can I save my incomplete application and return to complete it at a later time?A:Yes, you may logout of your application at any time and return later. When you are ready to complete your application, enter your username and password and you will be allowed to continue your application if the job posting is still open.Back to TopQ:How do I apply for a job?A:Once you find a job you would like to apply for, simply click on the title of the job (e.g. "Program Supervisor"). Then you will review a description of the job and click on the Apply for This Position button. At this point you will either need to login to an existing account you have already created of create a new account. To create a new account click on Create A New Account And Apply For This Position button. Then answer the on-screen questions to create an account. You must complete all required fields and click the "Save and Submit" button at the end of the application. When your application is successfully submitted, you will receive a Confirmation Number. You can use this confirmation number to reference a specific application.Back to TopQ:I have updated my profile but when I view a PDF of my application it shows the old information. Is there any way to overwrite this?A:When you submit an application, the system locks your answers in permanently. HR departments are aware of this and know to check candidate profiles for updated information.Back to TopQ:What happens if I withdraw my application?A:If you withdraw your application, PLASP will no longer consider you for the position from which you are withdrawing. If you withdraw by mistake, please contact resumes@plasp.com and HR will re-activate your application.Back to TopQ:I did not receive a confirmation email for my profile creation or application.A:If you are unable to find a confirmation email, please check your Junk or Spam mail as it may have been sent into those mailboxes as your email’s safety and security precaution.Back to TopQ:I am no longer interested in the role I applied to; can I withdraw?A:Yes, you can withdraw at any time by visiting the Application tab in your candidate profileBack to TopQ:How do I find out the status of my application?A:You can visit the Application tab in your candidate profile and look under Status. The Status will be updated by the Recruiter when they have reviewed your application. The following are the application statuses used by Human Resources:
• Application Under Review
• Pre-Screen Completed
• Hiring Manager Interview Completed
• Not Selected at this Time
• Under Consideration for Alternate Position
• Position Filled/ ClosedBack to TopQ:Why do I need to add my references?A:References are required from all staff as a pre - condition of employment. The purpose of contacting your references is confirmation of the information that has been provided on your resume and as well as the interview has been confirmed. It is also to determine if your skill sets and qualifications match the position PLASP is hiring for.Back to TopQ:Who can I use as a reference?A:You must use your current Manager as one of your references for internal applications. The other reference can be a previous direct Supervisor/ Team Leader /Mentor. We can accept a Supervisor reference and a Colleague reference, but our preference is two Supervisor References whenever possible.

You may use Placement Experience references if you are a recent graduate of a program in a field related to the position you are applying to.

Ensure at least one of your references is related to your professional working/placement experience with children (Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Work/Care, or other related field etc.)

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Attachment

Q:What types of files do you accept for Resume, Cover Letter, Letters of Reference etc?A:All files attached to your application must be in .txt, .rtf, .pdf, .docx, or .doc format. If you need to upload an image or scan, you must convert it to pdf or place it into a Word doc file. PLASP prefers word document or PDF files.Back to TopQ:Can I upload more attachments?A:You are currently limited to a maximum of six (6) upload documents. These will carry over to other applications if you apply for more than one job.Back to TopQ:Can I upload a separate group of attachments for each job posting to which I apply?A:At this time there is no way to upload different attachments for different job postings. If you overwrite your current attachments with new ones then the old versions will no longer be viewable by HR.Back to TopQ:Can I upload different cover letters for each job posting to which I apply?A:There is currently no way to upload different cover letters for each job to which you apply. It is best to use a generic cover letter when adding one to your attachments page. This may be unnecessary in some cases where districts have a specific page on their application for you to type your cover letter.Back to Top

General

Q:How do I check the status of my application?A:Log into your account and then click on the Application Status tab. If you have already applied for a job it will be listed under the Current Applications section. If you want to view additional details about the job you applied for, click on the Details link associated with the job. If you have applied for jobs in the past that have been filled, it will be listed in the Previous Applications section.Back to TopQ:Is this a secure website, and is my data secure?A:Yes. All data transfers use 128-bit or 256-bit encryption depending on your computer's capabilities. This is the same type of encryption used for most online banking transactions.Back to TopQ:I forgot my username or password. How can I retrieve it?A:From the main job listings page, click the link "I Forgot My Password." Enter your email address into the box and your information will be sent to that email address.Back to TopQ:How do I view internal job postings (as a current PLASP employee)?A:To view internal job postings, login with an internal account. The internal postings will now appear under the job listings on the main page, with all of the external postings.Back to TopQ:How do I change the email address and password linked to my account?A:You can change your account information by select “Account Settings” at the top of the web page. To access account settings you will first need to login.Back to TopQ:Can I apply for a job as a guest without creating an account and logging in?A:Unfortunately, no, you must have your own online profile in the system to complete a job application. When logged in to your profile, you can apply to multiple jobs listed on the organization's career website.Back to TopQ:What type of experience/qualifications does PLASP look for when hiring for the Kindergarten or School Age program positions?A:We recruit for Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECE), as well as candidates with an Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) designation, Child and Youth Worker (CYW) and/or Child and Youth Care Practitioner (CYC) designations. We also look for those with relevant work experience in the child care field. Please see the details of the job posting you are interested in, since the qualification requirements can differ depending on type of position you are applying to.Back to TopQ:Does PLASP offer training programs and/or professional development courses for staff members?A:PLASP is proud to offer excellent professional learning opportunities for your Continuous Professional Learning (CPL). New staff at PLASP will be guided through a training program that will prepare them for their career at PLASP. PLASP requires all staff to complete various training courses over the course of their career.Back to TopQ:I am very nervous about the new online system; will I be able to ask for help if I don’t understand?A:Yes, however before you do, please read through our very detailed ‘how to’ sheets and/or speak to your Manager. Remember this is new for everyone and will take some time to get used to.Back to TopQ:Why is PLASP asking for my ethnicity and gender for this application?A:We ask demographic questions about race and gender to determine whether the job postings are attracting diverse candidates and to help the recruitment process, keeping it fair, equitable and diverse.Back to Top