GETTING STARTED (FOR NEWLY HIRED SUBSTITUTES)
GETTING STARTED (FOR NEWLY HIRED SUBSTITUTES)
As a newly hired substitute, you should have received your “Welcome Packet.” It contains valuable information and resources that will help ensure your successful integration into LCPS! Please take a few minutes to read through this guide to familiarize yourself with the information shared and the steps needed to be successful in your first assignment.
To get started, you will need the following information that was provided to you via email.
PID Number (Provided during your fingerprinting session. This is typically a 6-digit number. If you do not know your PID Number, please contact the Technology Support Center at 571-252-2112).
LCPS short-format Username/Email (Provided to you via the “New Employee Lead Account" email. Example: jsmith@lcps.org).
LET'S GET STARTED
STEP 1: LCPS Employee Account Setup:
If you have not already done so, please complete the setup instructions sent to you in the email referenced above. These instructions will guide you through creating your password and accessing your LCPS user account. If you are currently employed by LCPS in a part-time position, you do not need to re-register. Once your account setup is complete, you will be prompted to enroll in Microsoft Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Please follow the directions shared or use this detailed guide to complete your account setup. and create your password.
STEP 2: Access Your SmartFind Express Account:
SmartFind Express is the substitute management system used in our district to efficiently fill teacher and staff absences. All new employees must first log in to SmartFind Express.
STEP 3: Set Up Your SmartFind Express Profile:
Substitutes can select work preferences based on their schedules and comfort levels.
You will need to set up the following:
Daily Availability (Schedule)
Notifications and Email Preferences
Location Preferences (Where you want to work)
Classification Preferences (Types of assignments you prefer to accept)
Personal Information (Emergency contacts and other information)
STEP 4: Access LCPS GO:
LCPS GO provides easy access to the many LCPS web applications and files stored on school drives or in the cloud. It can be accessed from any computer, tablet, or smartphone. If you do not access your account once every 90 days, your account will be deactivated and you will need to contact the Technology Support Center at 571-252-2112 for reactivation.