Follow the steps to fill out the Op44 form correctly

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Op44 form and open it for editing.
2. Begin by entering your File Number and Social Security Number (SSN) in the designated fields at the top of the form.
3. Fill in the sections for Teacher Regular, City, State, and Zip Code, ensuring all information is accurate.
4. Enter the name of your School, District, and Borough in the applicable fields.
5. Provide your License number and Employment Telephone Number. Make sure to double-check for correctness.
6. In the Title field, list your position exactly as it appears in your employment records.
7. Indicate your request for termination pay and provide the reason for your resignation or retirement, including the effective date.
8. Sign and date the application in the Applicant Signature and Current Date fields.
9. If you are a CSA member, ensure your immediate supervisor completes the section regarding the 90-day notice of retirement/resignation, including their signature and date.
10. In Part III, the school payroll secretary will need to review and adjust the Cumulative Absence Reserve (C.A.R.), ensuring it does not exceed 200 days. They will then certify the days of Termination Pay.
11. Once completed, the Principal must sign and the form can be finalized. Save your changes, and you will have the option to download, print, or share the form.

Complete your Op44 form online today to ensure you receive your termination pay.