LOCATION:  GST BOCES Region (various locations across GST Region)

DESCRIPTION:  Full-time position (1.0 FTE); hours per day dependent on site location, 10 month, school calendar position

• Translate or interpret into sign language all academic and non-academic activities and reverse interpret as needed
• Instruct and aide student in the use of an interpreter
• Document student behavior and use of an interpreter on a daily basis
• Tutor hearing impaired student in subject area of mainstreaming
• Meet consistently with classroom teacher to determine vocabulary which may need prior explanation
• Meet on a regular basis with appropriate teacher/consultant of the hearing impaired
• Assist classroom teacher with normal classroom routine when not interpreting
• Dress in a manner which will assist the student in reading signs
• Communicate directly to the teacher/consultant of the hearing impaired regarding mainstreamed situational concerns
• Collect data for the IEP interpreting goals
• Participate in parent conference and IEP development under the direction of teacher/consultant of the hearing impaired
• Interpret all situations including testing situations (e.g.: psychological & counseling sessions)
• Troubleshoot auditory training equipment
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

LOCATION:  TO BE DETERMINED - VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT GST BOCES REGION

DESCRIPTION:   Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 10 months per year, school calendar position, hours per day dependent upon work location

• Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical handicapping.
• Instruct students in the area of Music
• Responsible for complying with state and federal regulations
• Responsible for aligning unit plans/lessons with the NYS standards
• Promote positive and cooperative working relationships
• Administer standardized tests to assess the strength and skills of the student
• Draft appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting
• Evaluate and re-evaluate short term objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year
• Keep anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local CSE decision-making
• Adapts and provides educational materials and activities to meet individual needs of students
• Collaborates with all related service and support personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses students’ individual academic, behavioral and emotional development
• Keep abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
• Consult regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Plan and coordinate classroom aide(s) time and evaluate performance(s)
• Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Exact FTE to be determined; 10 months per year, school calendar; hours per day dependent on site location

• Evaluate students’ cognitive functioning as it applies to language.
• Determine present level of receptive and expressive language.
• Develop short term objectives as they relate to language for meeting annual goals.
• Evaluate and re-evaluate short term objectives on a regular basis.
• Keep anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local COH decision making.
• Consult with all individuals involved with the education of the student.
• Implement use of supplementary equipment or modes of communications or supplement existing communication.
• Proficient in Sign Language Systems.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned.

DESCRIPTION:   Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 10 months per year, school calendar positions, hours per day dependent upon site location

• Administer standardized and informal diagnostic tests to assess the strength and skills of individual students for education prescriptive purposes and for evaluation and achievement purposes.
• Draft appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting, evaluating and re-evaluating the short-term objectives on a regular basis.
• Keep anecdotal records on student’s behaviors or events which may be needed for local COH decision making.
• Collect medical information from nurses, physicians, ophthalmologists, low vision clinics, etc. on individual students and interpret this information to others involved with the student(s).
• Identify and order educational materials and special equipment that are indicated from medical land educational assessment to be needed by individual students to meet individual students’ individualized educational program goals.
• Order large print textbooks and Braille books and materials as required.
• Teach special subject areas such as body image optacon, Braille, abacus, orientation concepts, typing and visual techniques to individual students as indicated on the IEP’s.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7.0 hours per day, 10-month school calendar year plus summer days as needed for Summer Bridge Program facilitation, professional development, and curriculum development

Instruct students in the area of Technology

• Implements instruction through inquiry, project and performance-based experiences;
• Understands blended learning and inter-disciplinary instruction;
• Stimulates innovation creativity and problem solving;
• Committed to a workplace culture that encourages innovation and collaboration;
• Believes the power of learning resides in the student;
• Visionary, ambitious and has experience in writing and designing curriculum;
• Continuous learner and engages in professional development to keep abreast of changes and developments in the field;
• Consults regularly with parents, teachers, school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student;
• Embraces digital learning;
• Understands the importance of educating the whole child;
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 7.0 hours per day, 11 months per year

• Acting as a diversified Work Experience Coordinator and community liaison; a primary contact between GST BOCES and the business community; providing guidance and assistance to help facilitate the involvement of local employers with BOCES’ training programs
• Fostering relationships between students and area businesses for the CTE Work-Based Learning Program, to include arranging internships and shadows, and coordinating annual college fair and employer interview days. 
• Documenting community service projects performed by vocational classes to help participating students earn credit towards CTE endorsement
• Canvassing local employers to determine need for future employees and/or training for existing employees
• Have an understanding of the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for CDOS and how to apply them in a CTE environment. 
• Collecting and organizing CDOS hours for CTE Students
• Distributing completed job shadowing and internship evaluations to instructors and students
• Representing CTE as needed for various community groups
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Exact FTE to be determined; 10 months per year, school calendar; hours per day dependent on site location

• Evaluate students cognitive functioning as it applies to language.
• Determine present level of receptive and expressive language.
• Develop short term objectives as they relate to language for meeting annual goals.
• Evaluate and re-evaluate short term objectives on a regular basis.
• Keep anecdotal records on student’s behaviors or events which may be needed for local COH decision making.
• Consult with all individuals involved with the education of the student.
• Carry out treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome.
• Implement use of supplementary equipment or modes of communications or supplement existing communication.
• Instructs parents and school personnel with regard to follow-up of therapy goals.
• Proficient in sign language systems.
• Follow the schedule and procedures of the building of assignment.
• Keep abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned.

Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 7 hours per day, 10 months per year, school calendar

• Assist with instructing all students with rigorous and engaging classroom instruction, project-based learning, and hands-on skills that will prepare students to be college and career ready
• Assist in monitoring students’ academic progress
• Assist with implementing 504 Accommodation Plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students with diverse learning needs, including testing accommodations
• Assist with attendance and calling parents of absent students
• Collect work and provide direct instruction and supervision to students in need of academic support
• Assist in providing supervision and managing of student lunch activity
• Assist in communicating regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of students
• Assist with scheduling and supervision of work-based learning initiatives and college coursework
• Assist counseling department with student management needs
• Uphold the BOCES Values: Service, Collaboration, Leadership, and Integrity
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Location: Bush Education Center; Horseheads School District

Part- time to Full-time position (FTE TBD); 10 months per year, school calendar; hours per day dependent upon site location

• Evaluates the degree of function and disability and completes and submits appropriate documentation to CSE, Administrative staff or principal.
• Drafts appropriate annual goals and short-term objectives to present at the annual CSE meeting.
• Evaluates and re-evaluates short-term objectives on a quarterly basis throughout the school year.
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications.
• Performs occupational therapy procedures upon the written order or referral of a licensed physician in accordance with state law.
• Participates with other personnel in the formation of student's Individual Educational Program (IEP).
• Instructs and participates in faculty in-service educational program.
• Utilizes adaptive equipment, materials and seating in order to permit the student to function more independently in the school environment.
• Carries out treatment program as identified through evaluation and IEP, and maintains appropriate and accurate documentation regarding assessment, planning and treatment outcome.
• Instructs parents and school personnel with regard to follow-up of therapy goals.
• Supervises occupational therapist assistant (OTA) and documents in accordance with state law.
• Identifies assistive technologies that will enhance student's functional performance and provides required documentation for funding.
• Develops and refines gross motor skills to improve functional activities.
• Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment.
• Carries out other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor/Director of Special Education and Itinerant Services.

Full-time position (1.0 FTE), 10 months per year, school calendar

• Provide instruction to Alternative Education middle school students in core subject areas
• Administer state assessments
• Provide engaging and diversified instructional strategies to meet the learning styles of all students
• Use assessment data to identify the learning gaps of students
• Monitor students’ academic progress including, but not limited to progress/marking period grades, and attendance
• Implement 504 plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students with diverse learning needs
• Provide effective classroom management and supervision
• Work as a team with the other teachers and counselors in Alternative Eduation
• Consult regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of each student
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Full time position. Hours per day dependent upon site location 10 month, school calendar position

• Instruct students in the area of English to Speakers of Other Languages
• Administers standardized tests to assess the strength and skills of the student
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading profession journals and other publications
• Consults regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Collaborates with district personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses individual academic, emotional and behavioral development
• Adapts and provides educational materials and activities to meet individual language and cultural needs of students
• Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment
• Carries out all other duties as assigned

Full-time position, (1.0 FTE) 7.5 hours per day are dependent upon work location, 10 months per year, school calendar position. Located at Thomas Edison High School

 Students may have behavioral management needs and/or social and emotional needs.  The teacher  must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom, which may consist of the following:

Heavy lifting (50 lbs or more), physical interventions

TCI is required for all Special Education Teacher positions

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity
• Responsible for complying with state and federal regulations and delivering specially designed instruction in the special class setting
• Responsible for aligning unit plans/lessons with the NYS standards/Common Core Standards
• Promotes positive and cooperative working relationships
• Administers standardized tests to assess the strengths, skills, and present levels of the student
• Drafts appropriate annual goals and short term objectives to present at CSE meetings
• Evaluates and re-evaluates short term objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year
• Keeps anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local CSE decision-making
• Adapts and provides educational activities to differentiate instruction and meet individual needs of students
• Collaborates with all related service and support personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses students’ individual academic, behavioral and emotional development
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
• Consults regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Plans and coordinates classroom teaching assistant’s or teacher aide’s schedule
• Follows the schedule and procedures of the building/district of assignment
• Carries out all other duties as assigned

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7.0 hours per day, 10-month school calendar position

• Collaborate with CTE instructors on integrating math lessons into program curriculum
• Create dynamic, hands-on lessons that align to the Next Generation Math Standards
• Provide effective instructional strategies to 11th and 12th grade students in a CTE program
• Implement 504 plans and IEPs for students with diverse learning needs
• Use effective classroom management skills to provide students with a safe and conducive learning environment
• Keep current with changes to the requirements for New York State Math Standards
• Communicate as needed with parents, teachers, counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Assist with scoring January and June Regents exams in Algebra I CC
• Collaborate with the Integrated Math teacher at the Bush Campus on curriculum and lessons of shared programs
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

ANTICIPATED Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7 hours per day, 10-month school calendar position

• Provide instruction to Alternative Education students for Social Studies courses
• Administer and score Regents Exams
• Provide engaging and diversified instructional strategies to meet the learning styles of all students
• Use assessment data to identify the learning gaps of students
• Monitor students’ academic progress including, but not limited to progress/marking period grades, and attendance
• Implement 504 plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students with diverse learning needs
• Provide effective classroom management and supervision
• Work as a team with the other teachers and counselors in Alternative Eduation
• Consult regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of each student
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Stipend Position: 10-month school calendar year

• Coordinates the Academic All Stars program
• Supports Academic All Stars team advisors
• Writes and enters current event questions into data bank
• Packages questions for matches and provides them to moderators
• Prepares informational brochures regarding the program
• Communicates competition schedule
• Communicates with advisors requesting rosters, hosting dates, etc.
• Prepares tie-breaker match, if needed
• Sends match results to advisors and multiple media outlets
• Prepares and sends scholarship applications
• Prepares roster verifications for certificates and sends to advisors
• Writes thank you letters to sponsors/donors of money for scholarship awards
• Other duties as needed or assigned

2023 REGIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAM

DATES:  July 5, 2023 through August 18, 2023

LOCATIONS:  MULTIPLE LOCATIONS ACROSS THE GST BOCES REGION

LOCATION:  BUSH, COOPERS, and WILDWOOD EDUCATION CENTERS - Hourly, Per-diem/Temp Position

• Provide adults with hands-on skills that pertain to the CDL A Licensure
• Prepare students for the CDL A Road Test Exam
• Collaborate with the other Drive Time CDL Instructors
• Monitor student progress
• Keep current with changes and developments in the field
• Communicate regularly with the students
• Maintain discipline in the on the road

Full-time position (1.0 FTE); 7.0 hours per day; 11 months per year

• Directs the professional development related to special education training for all internal GST BOCES instructional programs
• Develops and coordinates technical assistance in the field of special education throughout the GST BOCES region
• Support districts and advocate for successful implementation and alignment of the NYS Learning Standards by helping districts with development of curriculum, instruction, and assessments.
• Teams with BOCES’ administration to ensure the delivery of consistent district-wide professional development.
• Tailors professional development for specific district needs
• Provides in-class support for teachers within GST BOCES and component districts
• Analyzes and disseminates pertinent SED information.
• Supports the use of technology and data to enhance collaboration, motivate, and improve student outcomes.
• Communicates effectively with teachers, administrators and other professional staff.
• Conducts follow-up classroom observations and supporting resources for teachers.
• Attends and facilitates district, regional, and state-level meetings and trainings on current special education topics as necessary.
• Assists districts with data analysis services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

2023 EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR PROGRAM

DATES:  July 5, 2023 through August 15, 2023

PROGRAMS:

• 1:6:1 DAY TREATMENT
• 1:6:1 EMOTIONALLY DELAYED
• 1:6:1 AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
• 1:8:1 EMOTIONALLY DELAYED
• 1:8:1 INTELLECTUALLY DISABLED/EMOTIONALLY DELAYED/DIVERSE NEEDS
• 1:12:1 ACADEMICALLY DELAYED
• 12:1(3+1)
• 12:1:2 PRESCHOOL

LOCATIONS:

• BUSH EDUCATION CENTER
• EASTERN END SITE - TO BE ANNOUNCED
• WESTERN END SITE - TO BE ANNOUNCED

OTHER INFORMATION:

• APPOINTMENTS ARE CONTINGENT UPON SUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT.
• A SIX-WEEK COMMITMENT IS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT IN THE EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR (ESY) PROGRAM.  LEAVE WITHOUT PAY WILL NOT BE APPROVED DURING THE ESY PROGRAM.
• APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO ASSIST WITH THERAPEUTIC PHYSICAL ARESTRAINTS.
• APPLICANTS MUST BE WILLING AND ABLE TO FULLY PARTICIPATE WITH THE STUDENTS AND THEIR ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SWIMMING, BIKING, HIKING, ETC.

Please complete form and submit by 4:00pm, Friday, March 24, 2023.  Those who can work the full six weeks will have first preference.  If a job share is arranged among two employees, it will be considered.  If you are applying for multiple positions, please complete an application for each position.
Staff Planning Days for Teachers, Classroom Teaching Assistants and Related Services/Itinerant Providers are July 3 and/or August 16, 2023, time-sheet basis only for a TOTAL of six hours.  In the event of an emergency closing, students and staff will have a normal school day on August 16.

Full-time position (1.0 FTE) 10 months per year, school calendar positions. Hours per day are dependent upon work location,

Students may have behavioral management needs and/or social and emotional needs.  The teacher  must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom, which may consist of the following:

Heavy lifting (50 lbs or more), physical interventions

TCI is required for all Special Education Teacher positions

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity
• Responsible for complying with state and federal regulations and delivering specially designed instruction in the special class setting
• Responsible for aligning unit plans/lessons with the NYS standards/Common Core Standards
• Promotes positive and cooperative working relationships
• Administers standardized tests to assess the strengths, skills, and present levels of the student
• Drafts appropriate annual goals and short term objectives to present at CSE meetings
• Evaluates and re-evaluates short term objectives on a regular basis throughout the school year
• Keeps anecdotal records on student behaviors or events which may be needed for local CSE decision-making
• Adapts and provides educational activities to differentiate instruction and meet individual needs of students
• Collaborates with all related service and support personnel to provide an integrated program that addresses students’ individual academic, behavioral and emotional development
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications
• Consults regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Plans and coordinates classroom teaching assistant’s or teacher aide’s schedule
• Follows the schedule and procedures of the building/district of assignment
• Carries out all other duties as assigned

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7.0 hours per day, 10 months per year, school calendar position

Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical disabilities.  The teaching assistant must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom which may consist of the following: 

• Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more)
• Physical interventions.
• Escorting
• Behavior management
• Plans
• Getting up and down from the floor

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) is required for all Special Education teaching assistant positions.

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity.
• Assists with the instruction of students.
• Possesses the stills and demonstrate the ability to instruct the unit plans/lesson plans provided by the teacher in the classroom.
• Demonstrates the knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. (writing and implementing).
• Possesses the overall ability to make good decisions. 
• Has the ability to take the role of the teacher in his/her absence.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and promote positive and cooperative working relationships.
• Possesses knowledge of State and Federal Special Education regulations. 
• Possesses good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to provide instruction following the New York State Common Core Learning Standards.
• Keeps and recordsanecdotal records and data on student behavior and academics.
• Collaborates with all staff involved in the education of the students.
• Possesses the ability to provide a safe, positive and caring learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of NYS graduation and CDOS requirements.   
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

UPCOMING 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 7 hours per day, 10-month school calendar position

• Assist with instructing juniors and seniors with rigorous and engaging classroom instruction, project-based learning, and hands-on skills that would prepare students to be college and career ready in the Animal Science industry
• Collaborate with the Animal Science instructor to maintaining a high-quality program
• Assist with providing supervision and classroom management to all students
• Assist in preparing students for the national technical assessment.
• Assist in monitoring students’ academic progress including, but not limited to progress/marking period grades, attendance, CDOS hours, hands-on performance skills
• Proficient computer/technology skills
• Assist with implementing 504 Accommodation Plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students with diverse learning needs
• Keep current with changes and developments in the Animal Science industry
• Assist in communicating regularly with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of all students
• Uphold the BOCES’ Values: Service, Collaboration, Leadership, and Integrity
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

Hours per day vary by location and school calendar

Students have behavioral management needs and/or physical disabilities.  The teaching assistant must be physically able and willing to meet the academic, emotional and physical needs of all students within the classroom which may consist of the following: 

• Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more)
• Physical interventions.
• Escorting
• Behavior management
• Plans
• Getting up and down from the floor

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) is required for all Special Education teaching assistant positions.

• Exemplifies the GST BOCES values of service; leadership; collaboration; and integrity.
• Assists with the instruction of students.
• Possesses the stills and demonstrate the ability to instruct the unit plans/lesson plans provided by the teacher in the classroom.
• Demonstrates the knowledge of Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavioral Intervention Plans. (writing and implementing).
• Possesses the overall ability to make good decisions. 
• Has the ability to take the role of the teacher in his/her absence.
• Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and promote positive and cooperative working relationships.
• Possesses knowledge of State and Federal Special Education regulations. 
• Possesses good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Able to provide instruction following the New York State Common Core Learning Standards.
• Keeps and recordsanecdotal records and data on student behavior and academics.
• Collaborates with all staff involved in the education of the students.
• Possesses the ability to provide a safe, positive and caring learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrates knowledge of NYS graduation and CDOS requirements.   
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

Hours per day vary by location and school calendar

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the classroom teacher to provide students with rigorous and engaging classroom instruction, project-based learning, and hands-on skills
• Assisting secondary students in developing appropriate learning attitudes
• Assisting with adapting educational equipment and materials to best fit the learning style of the individual students
• Supporting students in progressing with appropriate annual goals throughout the school year (e.g., following directions, safety, getting along with peers/adults)
• Keeping abreast of changes and developments in the field by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals, and other publications
• Consulting, as needed with parents, teachers, home school counselors and all others involved with the education of the student
• Maintaining discipline in the classroom and work site
• Collaborating with the classroom teacher and counterpart B&E instructors on the direction of the program
• Assisting the classroom teacher to monitor students’ academic progress, including but not limited to, progress/marking period grades, attendance, hands-on performance skills
• Assisting the classroom teacher to implement 504 plans and IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) for students with diverse learning needs
• Upholding the BOCES’ Values: Service, Collaboration, Leadership, and Integrity
• Carrying out all other duties as assigned