Thank you for using Columbus City Schools Employee Self Service!

Employee Self Service Login Instructions:

  • Click the “Log In" link (upper right corner of the screen).
  • Then, type your User name and Password.
    • *Note: Your "User name" is your employee ID#. The first time you log in, your password will be the last 4 digits of your Social Security number. You will then be prompted to change it.
    *Note: If you have trouble logging in, after 5 attempts, your account will be disabled and you will need to contact the Help Desk at 614-365-8425.
  • On your initial log in you will be prompted to change your password: Current password: Fill in your current password (or the password you were given, most likely your last 4 digits of your Social Security number). New password: CCS requires that you have 1 numeric character, 1 lowercase and 1 uppercase letter. Passwords must be at least 8 characters. Confirm new password: Retype the password you entered in the "New password" field. New password hint: Type text that will help you identify your password. Click Change.
  • Next, a screen will appear indicating your password has been successfully changed. "Click the Continue" button.
  • The Columbus City Schools Self Service home page will appear.
    • *Note: Once you are logged in, the system will time out if not used.
  • Log Out: To log out of the system, click the "Log Out" option (top right of screen)
  • You will see the following message: "As a security measure, please close any browser windows that were opened during your session."
For additional help with the employee process, please click here.



Report Fraud

Effective November 15, 2019, Lighthouse Services, Inc., will provide Columbus City School employees,vendors, business partners, and stakeholders a way to anonymously report instances of possible fraud,waste, abuse, and ethical misconduct.

The purpose of this service is to ensure that any employee, vendor, business partner, or stakeholder wishing to submit a report can do so anonymously and without fear of retaliation.

You can make an anonymous report on-line at www.lighthouse-services.com/columbusk12oh; or by toll-free telephone call to 833-320-0099.