• Whats new

    SBOE  has made changes to their Rapback Background check system. These changes will affect how you answer the questions when completing your application to renew your permit. Click the link below to review not only the section for current educators, but for Rapback also.

    What Educators Need to Know

     

    multicolor text PNG, SVGWhen you submit your application for renewal, it goes through a two-step process. One approval for the permit, the second for your background. 

     

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    You can renew your permit beginning December 1, 2024. Set a reminder now! All permits will expire 6-30-25, but CCS guidelines are sooner!

    • The cost to renew your license is $25.00 for one year or $100.00 for four years.
    • If you are applying for the four-year permit, make sure you add the ESEA back on to the application. SBOE will not automatically transfer it.
    • Superintendents Signature is IRN#043802, or you can search by typing the word Columbus and selecting Columbus City School District.
    • Fingerprints and Background Checks are the same thing and may be required. You only need them every 5 years.The Power of Free on Amazon - Brooke Warner 

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  • FAQ

  • Q: If I have already submitted my documentation to HR for the ESEA designation, why do I have to do this again?

    A: SBOE (State Board of Education) requires this documentation in order to add the designation to your license. Your documents may already be uploaded, please check your SBOE Safe Account to verify.

    Q: Why can't CCS send or upload the documents that SBOE needs?

    A: Your Safe Account is private with SBOE and CCS does not have access to your account.

    Q: Why can't I add this designation when I renew my license, so I don't have to pay the $20.00 fee and the $25.00 fee to renew?

    A: SBOE will not allow this to be added to the license at the same time as you renew it.

    Q: My license does not expire until June 30th. Why do I have to renew my license by the end of the school year?

    A: This is a CCS guideline that all IA's who plan on returning for the next school year must have their license renewed by the end of the school year. Most IA's do not check their emails over the summer, so this is the best way to ensure all licenses are renewed.

    Q: I don't remember my username and password for SBOE.

    A: Please click “Forgot username/password?” link on the OH|ID portal. Please do not set up a second OH|ID account.

    If you need assistance, you can contact contact.center@education.ohio.gov.

    Q: What is the superintendent's signature on the application?

    A: This is CCS's IRN (Information Retrieval Number) 043802 Columbus City Schools.

    All other questions, please email license@columbus.k12.oh.us.