Job Opportunities

Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Openings

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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Substitute TeacherSubstitute Teacher 5.31.2026

LOCATION: Various classrooms located in Jefferson and Lewis County                

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:  

  • Provide instruction to students with emotional and learning disabilities
  • Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning
  • Record and report student progress
  • Collaborate with colleagues
$145.00-$150.00 per day
Substitute Teacher Aide/Teacher AssistantSubstitute Teacher Aide /Teacher Assist 5.31.2026

LOCATION: Various classrooms located in Jefferson and Lewis County         

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:  

  • Assist with daily living and management skills for students with special needs
  • Employ effective management practices to support diverse student   management needs and an environment conducive to learning
  • Engage in continuing professional staff development activities

                                     

$119 per day
Substitute CleanerSubstitute Cleaner 5.31.2026

LOCATION: Bohlen Technical Center, Watertown, NY
                    Howard G. Sackett Technical Center, Glenfield, NY
                    Boak Education Center, Lowville, NY


RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This is routine and repetitive physical work involving the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and related tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure. The work is performed under the supervision of an immediate supervisor. The incumbent does related work as required.

$17.75 per hour
Small Engine Maintenance Instructor (Winter/Spring Storage Course)Small Engine Maint. Instructor PT BTC AE 5.31.2026

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Small Engine Maintenance Instructor to teach a short course focused on preparing small engines for winter/spring storage. This course is designed for homeowners, hobbyists, and seasonal equipment users who want to prolong the life of their small engines by learning best practices for off-season care. 

              Some duties include:        

  • Develop and deliver engaging, hands-on lessons
  • Demonstrate proper maintenance and safety technique
  • Provide students with checklists, maintenance schedules, and winter prep guides
  • Answer questions and support diverse learning styles
  • Ensure a safe, inclusive, and interactive learning environment
  • Be willing to offer the course in the fall & spring
$25.00 per hour
Special Education TeacherSpecial Education Teacher PES Jeff Lew Cty 5.31.26

TITLE: Special Education Teacher 

            Elementary, Middle, and Secondary Positions Available

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES with initial assignment in Component District in Jefferson or Lewis County  

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $53,472-$60,702. Commensurate with certification/experience in keeping with the current negotiated agreement with the BOCES Professional Association. Health insurance which includes vision & prescription coverage, NYS Retirement membership, tax deferred annuities, employee assistance program, and generous sick and personal day policies  

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:        

  • Provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities.
  • Develop individualized student supports based upon student performance data and individualized education plans.
  • Record and report student progress.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in general education and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with parents.

 

 

$53,472-$60,702

THE JEFFERSON-LEWIS-HAMILTON-HERKIMER-ONEIDA BOCES (JEFFERSON-LEWIS BOCES) DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, DISABILITY, OR AGE IN ITS PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES AND PROVIDES EQUAL ACCESS TO THE BOY SCOUTS AND OTHER DESIGNATED YOUTH GROUPS. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN DESIGNATED TO HANDLE COMPLAINTS/INQUIRIES REGARDING THE BOCES NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICIES: GEORGE SHAFFER III, ESQ., TITLE IX OFFICER, DIRECTOR, EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, AT JEFFERSON-LEWIS BOCES, 20104 STATE ROUTE 3, WATERTOWN, NY 13601, VIA EMAIL AT GSHAFFER@BOCES.COM, OR VIA PHONE AT (315) 779-7046. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION VISIT: HTTP://WDCROBCOLP01.ED.GOV/CFAPPS/OCR/CONTACTUS.CFM FOR THE ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF THE OFFICE THAT SERVES YOUR AREA, OR CALL 1-800-421-3481. PLEASE NOTE THAT THOSE WISHING TO FILE A COMPLAINT MAY ALSO DO SO THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION’S OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS AT HTTP://WWW2.ED.GOV/ABOUT/OFFICES/LIST/OCR/QA-COMPLAINTS.HTML