Number of Positions :1

Salary: $50,678 - $71,564, commensurate with experience, and includes consideration of conferred degrees and relevant graduate-level credits, with salary adjustments made in accordance with the applicable salary schedule.

Benefits: Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, NYS Retirement, Optional Supplemental Retirement, Tuition Reimbursement, Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Paid time off (Sick, Personal, and Holidays), Ongoing training and development. 

Location/Hours: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls; Monday-Friday (8:00AM-2:45PM)

The ELD Skills Room School Counselor coordinates and provides behavioral interventions within the Exceptional Learners program. The candidate will support de-escalation and social skills instruction allowing students to experience success in the Exceptional Learners Division.

• Support students' emotional regulation through the use of de-escalation techniques inline with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention in Schools and BoysTown Specialized Classroom Management

• Process student behavioral referrals according to BoysTown Specialized Classroom Management and BOCES policy & regulations

• Oversee the functioning of the skills room, including providing direction to skills room staff on responses to calls for student behavior support, social skills instruction as part of the referral process, and student consequences as part of the school-wide motivation system

• Document skills referrals and behavior interventions in the student management system and other forms as required by BOCES policy; ensure timely entry and accuracy of information; follow-up with staff regarding documentation

• Communicate with building administrators in a timely manner about student behavior

• Communicate with teams with updates regarding student behavior, including student progress, successful approaches for supporting student behavior, and referral consequences

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and implement support plans for students through the MTSSi process

• Support the coordination and completion of threat assessments at the direction of the Principal; support the development and implementation of any subsequent safety plans and communicate with parents, outside providers, and team members as directed

• Any other such duties may be delegated by the program administrators and may be necessary to perform the functions of the position.

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.

This position involves responsibility for working with students receiving special education services who are experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges within the school environment.  The work is performed within defined limits of a plan formulated with a certified Social Worker or School Counselor as part of the skills referral process.  Work situations not covered within the plan are referred to the certified Social Worker or School Counselor in the Skills Room.  The work is performed under the general supervision of a certified Social Worker or School Counselor in the Skills Room who is available for consultation.  The incumbent does related work as required.

• Observes student’s school behavior and supports students in crisis within the school setting through de-escalation techniques and explicit social skills instruction;
• Ensures records are complete with information about student behavior and behavior
• interventions implemented within the school setting related to student behavioral incidents;
• Works with interdisciplinary groups in developing, formulating and implementing plans for social skills instruction and behavioral interventions;
• Follows federal and state regulations and BOCES policies regarding the implementation and
• documentation of behavioral interventions including time out and emergency physical
• interventions;
• Keeps records and shares information on student progress with the student’s team.

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $49,202 - $69,480, 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.

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $49,202- $69,480, commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

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

A certified Foreign Language 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

Number of Positions : 1

Salary: $49,202 - $69,480, 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.

Number of Positions : 1

Salary: $32,034 - $46,690 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.

Number of Positions: 1

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

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

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

The Career & Technical Education (CTE) Integrated English Language Arts (ELA) Instructor is responsible for coordinating, developing and delivering a curriculum that seamlessly blends ELA skills with technical content across various CTE programs. This role requires a unique ability to contextualize language arts within real-world, career-focused scenarios, enhancing students' literacy skills while preparing them for future careers.

•   Design and implement an integrated curriculum that aligns ELA standards with CTE content area;

•   Collaborate with CTE instructors to identify opportunities for incorporating reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills      into technical coursework;

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that engage students in both ELA and CTE concepts;

•  Assess student progress in ELA skills within the context of their chosen CTE program;

• 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;

• Stay current with both ELA teaching methodologies and industry trends in relevant CTE fields;

•  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.

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $49,202 - $69,480 commensurate with experience

Location: Southern Adirondack Education Center, Hudson Falls

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

The Special Education Teacher manage 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.