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Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Openings

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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Practical Nursing InstructorLPN Instructor AE HGS 3.27.26

Nursing Instructor position: full-time/daytime faculty position in the Practical Nursing Program.  Position will be responsible for successfully performing the professional duties of didactic, simulation lab and clinical instruction.  Position will be responsible for the following: student advisement and discipline, accreditation including course and program revision, program development, assessment development and monitoring, and perform other professional duties as directed and/or approved by the Health Careers Coordinator or Supervisor of Adult & Continuing Education.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: $60,000 - $72,000.  This is a full time, 10-month position. Commensurate with experience in keeping with the current negotiated agreement. Health insurance, which includes vision & prescription coverage, NYS Retirement membership, tax deferred annuities, employee assistance program, and generous sick and personal day policies.

$60,000 to $72,000
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor- Full time (10-month)Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor HG 3.16.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES,Globe Building, Watertown, New York

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, NYS Retirement membership, tax deferred annuities, employee assistance program, and generous sick and personal day policies.   

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide instruction in the Nursing Assistant program for 12th graders. Duties include:    

  • Collaborating with colleagues to integrate academics, literacy, and technology with the high school Nursing Assistant program
  • Preparing students for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam, post-secondary education and/or employment as a nursing assistant.
  • Integrating 21st Century skills, employability skills, and academic standards with the program and with daily instruction
  • Networking with hospital and medical staff to establish and monitor student clinical rotations
  • Meeting / planning with local industry advisory committee for continuous improvement of the program
  • Instructing a session of Medical Career students each day
$53,472 -$60,702
Teacher of the Deaf & Hearing ImpairedTeacher of Deaf & Hear Imp PES Jeff Lew 3.31.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES: This is an itinerant assignment serving the school districts within Jefferson & Lewis Counties.

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: The Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing provides specialized instruction to K-12 students who have a hearing disability.  Services include direct instruction, consultation, and co-teaching as appropriate.  Preferred candidates will possess solid interpreting skills.

$53,472 -$60,702
Teacher of Speech and Language Disabilities or Speech PathologistSpeech Therapist PES IR 3.31.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES with initial assignment at Indian River Central School District

START 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 for full time positions, NYS Retirement membership, tax deferred annuities, employee assistance program, and generous sick and personal day policies

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Provide speech therapy services to students with disabilities as specified in Individual Education Plans and speech improvement services to non-disabled students.

 

 

$53,472 -$60,702
Special Education TeacherSpecial Education Teacher PES Jeff Lew Cty 3.31.26

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
School PsychologistSchool Psychologist Itinerant PPD 3.31.26

TITLE: School Psychologist

LOCATION: Jefferson Lewis BOCES, Watertown, New York with possible assignment between two component districts.  

STARTING DATE: As Soon As Possible

SALARY: Starting at $62,348. 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: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide services to students. Duties include:

  • Psychological evaluations, IEP development, group and individual counseling, and consultation with parents and faculty
  • Participate in district’s Response to Intervention and Committee on Special Education in making decisions that are in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned.
$62,348
School PsychologistSchool Psychologist PPD Sackets Harbor 3.31.26

TITLE: School Psychologist

LOCATION: Jefferson Lewis BOCES, Watertown, New York with initial assignment at Sackets Harbor.     

STARTING DATE:  26-27 School Year with possibility of per diem work during July & August 2026       

SALARY:   Starting at $62,348 (25-26 contract rate). 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: The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide services to students. Duties include:

  • Psychological evaluations, IEP development, group and individual counseling, and consultation with parents and faculty
  • Participate in district’s Response to Intervention and Committee on Special Education in making decisions that are in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Committee on Special Education Chairperson
  • Other duties as assigned.
$62,348
Substitute CleanerSubstitute Cleaner 3.31.26

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
Substitute Teacher Aide/Teacher AssistantSubstitute Teacher Aide /Teacher Assist 3.31.26
  • 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 TeacherSubstitute Teacher 3.31.26
  • 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
Transportation Job Skills Trainer/InstructorTransportation Job Skills Trainer Instr 3.31.26

LOCATION:  Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, Watertown, New York- Administration Building

STARTING DATE: As Soon As Possible

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $38,000 - $41,000. Commensurate with experience in keeping with the current negotiated agreement. 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: Schedules/teaches and/or supervises the New York State Education Department mandated trainings for school bus drivers, monitors and attendants throughout New York State.  Assists with providing behind-the-wheel training, additionally, updating/maintaining 19-A files for school bus drivers for DMV audits.  Assists with conducting training programs for school officials, supervisors, and employees regarding drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures. May be required to occasionally operate a commercial motor vehicle and driving a bus and assisting with trips as needed. May be required to perform drug and/or alcohol collections for BOCES’ clients. Some evening hours may be required but additional compensation is provided for these sessions. 

$38,000 - $41,000
Assistant Director of Facilities IIAssistant Director of Facilities II_3.31.26

The Assistant Director of Facilities Il is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the custodial and maintenance activities of a School District's buildings and grounds department. The work is performed according to established policies and procedures and in accordance with applicable State, local, and federal laws, rules and regulations which apply to school district facility operations and maintenance. Although certain activities are performed in the office, the incumbent of this position will, on occasion, be required to perform maintenance and repair-related tasks and activities, which may be performed indoors or outdoors under adverse working conditions.                                      

$73,000-$80,000

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