We've worked with NYC DOE forms specialists to make FormsPal's PDF editor the most accurate tool for completing the 175 Op form. The software will guide you through every field of the OP-175, from your CFN entry to the supervisor signature section. Our editor is free and works on any device without downloading software. Follow these steps to fill out each section correctly.
Steps to Fill Out the 175 Op Form Online
Step 1: Open the OP-175 in FormsPal's editor. Click the "Get Form Here" button at the top of the page. The PDF opens directly in your browser. Use the toolbar to type, sign, or annotate each field.
Step 2: Enter Employee and Position Information. Complete Part 1 with your CFN number, District, the name of the school or office, the position applied for, the approximate start date, and your estimated per session hours for each weekday (Monday through Friday).
Step 3: Confirm Program Name and Hours Cap. Enter the Program Name in Part 2. Answer whether your combined per session hours across all positions will exceed 400 for the year. If yes, you must submit the OP-175W waiver form before reaching the cap. Work that exceeds 400 hours without an approved waiver will not be compensated.
Step 4: Claim Retention Rights (if applicable). If you worked in this per session position for the prior two consecutive school years, check the retention rights box. Provide supporting documentation as required. This step is critical for establishing priority placement under Chancellor's Regulation C-175.
Step 5: Review the Regulation C-175 Summary. The final section summarizes key obligations: all per session employees must report to the designated site, may not receive pay for home-based work, and must clock in and out for every session. Review this section before signing.
Step 6: Sign and submit. The Applicant must sign and date the Declaration. The Per Session Program Supervisor must also sign before submission. Click "Done" in our editor to download or print the completed PDF, then submit the signed original to your school's per session coordinator.
Frequently Asked Questions About the OP-175 Form
Who is required to submit the NYC DOE OP-175? Any NYC DOE employee, including teachers, paraprofessionals, school aides, and support staff, who wants to work additional per session hours must submit the OP-175 form before starting any per session activity.
What happens if I exceed 400 per session hours? Compensation stops at 400 hours unless a waiver was approved in advance. Continuing work past the cap without approval violates Chancellor's Regulation C-175 and may result in forfeited pay.
What if I already have retention rights from a prior year? Indicate your retention rights claim in Part 1 of the form. Employees with valid retention rights receive priority for continued placement. If there is a dispute, contact your district's per session coordinator.
Is the OP-175W the same as the OP-175? No. The OP-175W is a separate waiver form used when an employee expects to exceed the 400-hour annual cap. It must be submitted before the cap is reached. Browse all employment forms for NYC staff on FormsPal.
What does the CFN number mean on the OP-175 form? CFN stands for Central File Number, the unique identifier assigned to each NYC DOE employee. You can find your CFN on your pay stub or by contacting your HR representative. The CFN is required in Part 1 of the OP-175 and is used to match the form to your employee record in the DOE payroll system.
Can I submit the OP-175 form electronically? The NYC DOE currently requires a physically signed original in most cases. You can complete the form using FormsPal's online editor, then print and sign before submission. Check with your per session coordinator to confirm whether your district accepts scanned or emailed copies alongside the original.
What happens if the Per Session Program Supervisor does not sign? The form is incomplete without the supervisor's signature. Per session work may not begin until the fully signed OP-175 is on file. If the supervisor is unavailable, the employee should contact the district per session office to arrange alternate approval before the scheduled start date.
