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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Practical Nursing Clinical & Classroom Instructor

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $38.68 per hour, additional educational stipends available 

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls & Clinical Locations TBD, Some Travel Required 

Work Hours : Monday - Friday; 6:45 A - 3:45 P (M-W) ; 7:45A - 2:45 P (TR & F) 

Benefits : Health, Vision, Dental, & Life Insurance, NYS Retirement, Employees Assistance Programs, & other benefits will apply

This dynamic instructional role combines classroom teaching and clinical supervision to support the development of future practical nurses. 

  • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject. 
  • Demonstrate an understanding of adult learner needs and differentiating instructional approaches. 
  •  Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. 
  •  Prepare and deliver lectures to practical nursing students on topics such as anatomy & physiology, care of clients across the lifespan, community healthcare practices, critical thinking and clinical judgement, fundamentals of nursing, leadership in nursing, legal, ethical aspects and professional behavior in nursing, maternity nursing, medical-surgical nursing, mental health nursing, nutrition, pediatric nursing, and pharmacology. 
  •  Collaborate to plan and prepare course materials such as syllabi, instructional lessons, and homework assignments with colleagues and program supervisor approval. 
  • Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to address teaching and research issues. 
  •  Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction with colleagues and program supervisor approval. 
  •  Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others. 
  • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. 
  •  Exhibit professional behavior and communication skills that serve as a positive role model and mentor for students. 
  • Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. 
  • Provide orientation for new students at the healthcare facility, including the facility's job description for nursing staff, the Policy and Procedure Manual, location of educational resources, safety precautions, emergency protocols and blood-borne pathogens protection. 
  •  Assign students to a variety of patients/clients to reinforce basic procedures in nursing fundamentals and to gain experience in the role of the practical nurse. 
  • Promote a positive learning environment with an emphasis on patient/student safety and compliance that meets national accrediting agency standards. 
  • Complete weekly and end-of-rotation clinical evaluations with systematic observations, and timely objective/subjective feedback to the student according to the BOCES practical nursing program and facility standards. 
  • Attend monthly faculty meetings to maintain productive two-way communication between the program supervisor and the assigned facility. 
  •  Provide feedback to the practical nursing program supervisor about current department/hospital policies or changes in practice in the nursing field and recommend appropriate program changes. 
  • Maintain current state-of-the-art knowledge and skills through continuing education and professional development opportunities. 
  •  Perform other duties as assigned by the program supervisor. 
$38.68, hourly
HVAC-R Instructor (CTE)

Number of Positions : 1

Salary: $50,678-$71,546, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday-Friday;8:00A-2:45P

The HVAC Instructor is responsible for teaching HVAC theory and hands-on skills to students enrolled in the Career and Technical Education program. The instructor will prepare students for employment in the HVAC field and for industry certification exams.

 

  • Implement our comprehensive HVAC-R curriculum that aligns with industry standards;

  • Provide theoretical and practical instruction in areas such as; HVAC systems, refrigeration, air conditioning, electrical systems, and control systems;

  • Ensure students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills through classroom lectures, hands-on lab activities, and field experiences;

  • Maintain an understanding of current practices and evolving technologies in the HVAC field;

  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, labs, quizzes, exams, and practical skills exams;

  • Track student progress and adapt teaching methods to meet varying abilities and learning styles;

  • Prepare students for certification exams by reviewing materials and administering practice tests;

  • Maintain accurate administrative records for attendance, grades, certification exam results, and other data;

  • Participate in professional development activities to stay current in the field;

  • Maintain positive relationships with colleagues, parents, advisory boards, and industry partners in the community;

  • Implement BOCES policies, procedures and State Education Department mandates;

  • Other duties as assigned.

$50,678-$71,564,annually
World Languages Teacher

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $50,678-$71,564, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday - Friday ; 8:00A - 2:45P

A certified World Languages Teacher teaches students how to read, write, and understand foreign languages. The teacher provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

  • Creates lesson plans that utilize various curriculum resources to teach students how to interpret foreign languages; helps students develop an appreciation for the cultures and countries in which the language is spoken

  •  Integrates competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans and creates instructional resources for use in the classroom

  •  Meets course and school-wide student performance goals; regularly observes and evaluates student performance; communicates student progress as required, at least quarterly

  •  Manages student behavior in the classroom by following approved classroom management protocols

  •  Creates a positive and engaging educational climate

  •  Participates in the professional community by communicating regularly with administration and staff, and maintaining appropriate training and professional development

$50,678-$71,564,annually
Adult Practical Nursing Program Supervisor

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $90,000-$95,000, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday-Friday; 8:00AM - 4:00PM

This position resides in BOCES and provides program management to support the planning, development, and supervision of the Adult Practical Nursing Program, Teaching Staff and Adult Students.  Supervised by the Director of CTE with considerable leeway for independent decision-making within the framework of program guidelines.  Performs related duties as required.

  • Provides leadership for the development and implementation of the curriculum with faculty to promote orderly and comprehensive delivery of instruction to students; 
  • Provides leadership for continuous curriculum and program review to meet current health practices; 
  • Establishes a schedule for class and clinic time and makes recommendations to the Director for staff assignments; 
  • Develops and maintains strong working relationships with clinical facilities;
  • Develops and implements, in consultation with the staff, all program goals for clinical experiences at each site;
  • Provides technical nursing knowledge & support to ensure the PN Program is administered according to State, Federal and BOCES guidelines;
  • Arranges the administration of the entrance and exit exams;
  • Coordinates and oversees the new student orientation sessions during the enrollment process as well as individual meetings with new students;
  • Maintains a high level of communication with the Director and Building Principals and communicates with faculty members at regularly conducted meetings and follows up on issues;
  • Develops and maintains vendor affiliations for books, uniforms, and misc. supplies; 
  • Communicates with faculty at regularly conducted meetings and follows up appropriately on issues;
  • Provides technical nursing knowledge in the recruitment, interviewing and selection process of candidates for PN Program;
  • Contributes to, promotes, and publicizes, the PN Program, utilizing the services of the BOCES Communications team for public relations materials;
  • Assists with monitoring of enrollment data for the PN Program to ensure appropriate staffing;
  • Responds to calls and questions from the public regarding the PN program;
  • Recommends programmatic policies and assists with adherence to budgetary planning related to the PN Program; 
  • Counsels students throughout the program to insure positive outcomes;
  • Organizes and supervises PN activities, including capping ceremonies, campus graduations, open houses, consultant committee meetings etc.
  • Provides and maintains accurate records as required by Federal, State, and BOCES guidelines (e.g., State Board results, post-graduation follow-up, IPEDS etc.)
  • Makes recommendations for successful program graduates to be admitted to the New York State Licensing examination;
  • Completes and submits annual reports and 2 PG forms to the Office of Professions;
  • Maintains an accurate and up-to-date inventory of materials and equipment assigned to the PN Program for allocations and budget development;
  • May provide technical assistance and consult with the Registered Nurses assigned to BOCES programs;
  • Supervises Instructional Staff assigned to the program, orients and trains staff regarding BOCES policies and procedures;
  • Coordinates staff assignments and implements procedures to ensure the staff work as a cohesive team;
  • Performs staff performance reviews, ensuring the appropriate delivery of curriculum and makes recommendations for continued employment;
  • Manages student discipline as necessary beyond that in the classroom and clinical settings;
  • Develops budget in collaboration with the Director of CTE; 
  • May assist in the classroom and or clinical settings on a very limited basis.
$90,000-$95,000,annually
Mathematics Special Education Teacher

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $50,678-$71,564, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00A- 2:45P

The Mathematics Special Education Teacher does the following:

  • Plans and implements student-centered, evidenced-based instructional practices that build on student assets and are culturally responsive to promote the development of the whole child;

  • Provides specially designed instruction and interventions for students' academic, social, emotional and behavioral needs;

  • Collaborates with team members including related service providers and classroom staff to develop, implement and monitor IEP accommodations, modifications, supports and goals;

  • Plans classroom instruction through adapting methods, materials and technology to meet students' individual needs and abilities;

  • Utilizes classroom management strategies and positive behavior interventions and supports to promote student growth in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making ;

  • Evaluates and reports on students' progress at designated intervals according to school procedures;

  • Operates under school policies, procedures, and regulations;

  • Participates in the development of curriculum and programs, including school-wide activities and program debriefs;

  • Participates in collaborative problem-solving and planning with colleagues;

  • Serves as case manager for assigned students;

  • Collaborates with families, outside providers and CSE

  • Other duties as assigned.

 

$50,678-$71,564,annually
Biology Special Education Teacher

Number of Positions : 1

Salary: $50,678-$71,564,commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls, NY 

Work Hours: Monday- Friday ; 8:00A - 2:45P

The Biology Special Education Teacher does the following:

  • Plans and implements student-centered, evidenced-based instructional practices that build on student assets and are culturally responsive to promote the development of the whole child;

  • Provides specially designed instruction and interventions for students' academic, social, emotional and behavioral needs;

  • Collaborates with team members including related service providers and classroom staff to develop, implement and monitor IEP accommodations, modifications, supports and goals;

  • Plans classroom instruction through adapting methods, materials and technology to meet students' individual needs and abilities;

  • Utilizes classroom management strategies and positive behavior interventions and supports to promote student growth in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making ;

  • Evaluates and reports on students' progress at designated intervals according to school procedures;

  • Operates under school policies, procedures, and regulations;

  • Participates in the development of curriculum and programs, including school-wide activities and program debriefs;

  • Participates in collaborative problem-solving and planning with colleagues;

  • Serves as case manager for assigned students;

  • Collaborates with families, outside providers and CSE

  • Other duties as assigned.

$50,678-$71,564,annually
Building Maintenance Mechanic

Number of Positions : 1

Salary: $33,365 - $48,021 commensurate with experience, Shift differential applicable 

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 3:00pm-11:00pm

This class involves a variety of building maintenance and repair tasks of a skilled nature. Although employees in this class, by reason of personal training and experience, generally devote most of their time to working in a single specialized field, they are required to work along various mechanical lines as the occasion demands. In this respect, the class differs from such classes as Painter, Carpenter, Plumber, etc, which limits the incumbents to a single trade. The duties of this class differ from Building Maintenance worker by reason of the more skilled nature of the work involved. Incumbents perform their duties with some latitude for independent planning or laying out of the working details. In those cases where supervisory responsibilities are involved, the Building Maintenance Mechanic supervises a number of workers who perform maintenance and repair jobs of a semi-skilled nature. Does related work as required. 

  • Supervises or performs repairs to plumbing, steam lines, electric wiring and equipment, furniture, doors and windows, hardware and varied mechanical equipment and machinery;

  • Installs shelving, storage cabinets and new hardware;

  • Oversees and takes part in ordinary building cleaning operations;

  • Makes inspections of property to ascertain repair needs;

  • Estimates material required for repairs;

  • Keeps daily time and material records;

  • Supervises and participates in a general grounds maintenance program;

  • Occasional Emergency on call and snow plowing.

$33,365-$48,021,annually
Special Education Teacher (Social Studies Content)

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $50,678-$71,564, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-2:45pm

The Special Education Teacher manages the academic, social and emotional needs of children with disabilities in various Special Education programs.

  • Plans and implements student-centered, evidenced-based instructional practices that build on student assets and is culturally responsive to promote the development of the whole child;

  • Provides specially designed instruction and interventions for students' academic, social, emotional and behavioral needs;

  • Collaborates with team members including related service providers and classroom staff to develop, implement and monitor IEP accommodations, modifications, supports and goals;

  • Plans classroom instruction through adapting methods, materials and technology to meet students' individual needs and abilities;

  • Utilizes classroom management strategies and positive behavior interventions and supports to promote student growth in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision-making ;

  • Evaluates and reports on students' progress at designated intervals according to school procedures;

  • Operates under school policies, procedures, and regulations;

  • Participates in the development of curriculum and programs, including school-wide activities and program debriefs;

  • Participates in collaborative problem-solving and planning with colleagues;

  • Serves as case manager for assigned students;

  • Collaborates with families, outside providers and CSE

  • Other duties as assigned.

$50,678-$71,564,annually

The Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES does not discriminate in its programs and activities, including employment and admission as applicable, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, veterans' status, political affiliation, domestic victim status, use of a guide dog, hearing dog or service dog, disability, or other classifications protected under federal or state law, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The designated district compliance officer(s) will coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law. The WSWHE BOCES Civil Rights Compliance Officers are: Katelynn Attanasio and David Ashdown, Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES, 267 Ballard Road, Suite 5, Wilton, NY 12831. phone: (518) 581-3372, email: kattanasio@wswheboces.org  or dashdown@wswheboces.org. Complaints may also be filed with the Office for Civil Rights, New York Office, U.S. Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005- 2500, phone (646) 428-3800, fax (646) 428-3843, email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov