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Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Openings

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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Clinical Nursing Instructor – Part TimeClinical Nursing Part Time Adult Ed 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson Lewis BOCES Practical Nursing Simulation Lab at Globe and Samaritan Medical Center locations

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Provide clinical nursing instruction and supervision to adult nursing students at various healthcare facilities. Facilitate hands-on laboratory instruction, including skills practice and simulation-based learning experiences. Evaluate student performance in clinical and laboratory settings and provide constructive feedback to support student growth and competency development. Ability to deploy simulation-based instruction subsequent to in-service training sessions. Collaborate with program faculty and clinical partners to ensure effective implementation of the nursing curriculum..

 

$52.00/Hour
Interim School Business OfficialInterim School Business Official 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES and Affiliated Regional Program Sites

COMPENSATION: Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications and will be negotiated with the school district making the appointment.

RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: Selected candidates must be prepared to serve in any one of the 17 component school districts supported by Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES. Assignments may arise throughout the school year and may vary in duration based on the needs of the requesting school district. This is an ongoing recruitment. Admission to the candidate pool does not guarantee an assignment.
• Oversee the development, administration, and monitoring of the annual budget.
• Manage accounting, payroll, purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Prepare financial reports, projections, analyses, and recommendations for the Superintendent and Board of Education.
• Support long-range financial planning and responsible stewardship of public resources.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, New York State Education Department requirements, Office of the State Comptroller guidance, Board policies, and district procedures.
• Coordinate annual independent audits and assist with corrective action plans as needed.
• Oversee state aid, grants, claims, contracts, bidding, and procurement processes.
• Support capital projects, facilities planning, transportation, food service, insurance, risk management, and other operational functions, as assigned.
• Supervise and support business office and operational staff.
• Collaborate with superintendents, boards of education, administrators, auditors, legal counsel, bargaining units, vendors, and community partners.
• Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard district assets and confidential information.
• Provide continuity during leadership transitions and prepare records and information for the incoming permanent School Business Official.
• As requested by the Superintendent or Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, provide mentoring, coaching, and consultation to School Business Officials, business office personnel, or administrative teams to support leadership development, financial stewardship, and a successful transition
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or appropriate BOCES administrator.

 

Commensurate with experience
Interim Superintendent of SchoolsInterim Superintendent of Schools 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES and Affiliated Regional Program Sites

COMPENSATION: Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications and will be negotiated with the school district making the appointment.

RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: Selected candidates must be prepared to serve in any one of the 17 component school districts supported by Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES. Assignments may arise throughout the school year and may vary in duration based on the needs of the requesting school district. This is an ongoing recruitment. Admission to the candidate pool does not guarantee an assignment.
• Serving as the chief executive officer of the school district and providing leadership for all district programs, operations, and personnel.
• Working collaboratively with the board of education to maintain continuity, establish priorities, and support effective governance.
• Implementing board policies and carrying out the goals and directives established by the board of education.
• Providing leadership and oversight for instructional programs, student services, finance, human resources, facilities, transportation, school safety, and district operations.
• Overseeing the development, administration, and monitoring of the district budget in collaboration with the school business official and board of education.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws, New York State Education Department requirements, board policies, collective bargaining agreements, and district procedures.
• Supporting labor relations, collective bargaining, personnel matters, and the administration of employee contracts.
• Assisting with emergency response, district safety planning, crisis management, and continuity of operations.
• Providing continuity during the leadership transition and assisting the board of education with preparations for the arrival of a permanent superintendent.
• As requested by the Board of Education or Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership support to newly appointed superintendents and district leadership teams to promote a successful transition and strengthen organizational capacity.

Commensurate with experience
Interim Public School PrincipalInterim Public School Principal 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES and Affiliated Regional Program Sites

COMPENSATION: Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications and will be negotiated with the school district making the appointment.

RESPONSIBILITES/DUTIES: Selected candidates must be prepared to serve in any one of the 17 component school districts supported by Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES. Assignments may arise throughout the school year and may vary in duration based on the needs of the requesting school district. This is an ongoing recruitment. Admission to the candidate pool does not guarantee an assignment.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the assigned school or program.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
• Maintain continuity of school operations, programs, procedures, and expectations.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate faculty and staff as appropriate to the assignment.
• Promote high-quality instruction and support student achievement.
• Collaborate with district and BOCES leadership, teachers, support staff, families, students, and community partners.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with all school community stakeholders.
• Support student attendance, behavior management, discipline practices, and social-emotional needs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, New York State Education Department requirements, Board of Education policies, collective bargaining agreements, and district procedures.
• Support emergency response efforts, school safety planning, and crisis management.
• Provide leadership continuity during transitions and assist with preparation for the incoming permanent administrator.
• When appropriate, provide executive coaching, mentoring, and consultation to district administrators to support leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and continuity of operation.
• Complete other responsibilities assigned by the Superintendent or appropriate BOCES administrator.

Commensurate with experience
Substitute TeacherSubstitute Teacher 9.30.26

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
$145.00-157.00/Day
Substitute CleanerSubstitute Cleaner 9.30.26

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.

$18.75/Hour
Substitute Teacher Aide/Teacher AssistantSubstitute Teacher Aide /Teacher Assist 9.30.26

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

                                     

$126.00/Day
Nursing Assistant Instructor- Full timeNursing Assistant Instr Globe 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, Globe, Watertown, NY

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: 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
$54,672- 62,252
Special Education TeacherSpecial Education Teacher PES Jeff Lew Cty 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES with initial assignment in a Component District or Center-based classroom in Jefferson or Lewis County

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: 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.

$54,672-62,252
Physical TherapistPhysical Therapist PES Jeff Lew Cty 9.30.26

LOCATION: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES with initial assignment in a Component District or Center-based classroom in Jefferson or Lewis County

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: 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 physical therapy services to students with disabilities as well as those identified as benefiting from service
  • Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to therapy and learning.
  • Record and report student progress.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in general education.
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with parents.
$61,546

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