Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within the GST BOCES Region

PER-DIEM / TEMPORARY – HOURLY POSITION

• Perform all duties associated with the development and implementation of the trade
• Assist the Administrator and Program Specialist/Coordinator in maintaining state-of-the-art curriculum
• Prepare class lessons and lab/shop/clinic projects for the practical application of the curriculum
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and student progress
• Prepare tests and performance evaluations for students at the completion of each unit of instruction
• Provide for supplies needed in program—textbooks, supplies, material, equipment necessary for the implementation of the program
• Work with Adult Education support staff in meeting the placement needs, instructional needs, and employment needs of each student
• Become knowledgeable of the Council on Vocational Education’s requirements to maintain GST BOCES’ accreditation status
• Establish and/or maintain the member list for the program’s Advisory Committee and ensure that the Council on Occupational Education’s requirements regarding the Committee are met
• Establish and/or maintain contacts within the local business community to ensure conformity with current and meaningful curriculum, practical skills, and business hiring practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the program coordinator

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

LOCATION: ALL OF GST BOCES REGIONAL SITES - Hourly, Per-diem Position

• Drive CTE students to Clinical Sites, Job Sites, etc. as needed
• Maintain current School Bus Driver status with all necessary tests, physical, etc.
• Demonstrate safe defensive driving practices
• Use effective management skills to provide students with safe transportation
• Communicate as needed with teachers, administrators, and counselors as needed
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month school calendar position, Hours per day vary upon 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 communications.
• Instructs parents and school personnel regarding 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.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month school calendar position, Hours per day vary upon 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.
• Opportunity to work extended school year. 
• Carry out all other duties as assigned.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month school calendar position; hours per day depending upon 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.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 10-month, school calendar year position, hours per day vary with location

• Translate or interpret into sign language all academic and non-academic activities and reverse interpret as needed
• Instruct students with the use of an interpreter
• Document student behavior and use 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 with reading signs
• Communicate directly to the teacher/consultant of the hearing impaired regarding mainstream situational concerns
• Collect data for the IEP interpreting goals
• Participate in parent conference and IEP development under the direction of a teacher/consultant for 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

Applications are continuously being accepted for these positions

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

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) 
• Feeding
• Assisting with toileting and diapering
• Physical restraints
• Escorting
• Behavior management plans
• Getting up and down from the floor
• Walking with the students and getting into the swimming pool with the students. 

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 records anecdotal 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

and may be used to fill any vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

10-month School Calendar Position, Hours Per Day Vary By Location

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

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

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

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

10-Month School Calendar Position, Hours Per Day Vary by Location

Students have a variety of management 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:

TCI is required for all Special Education Teacher positions

• 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 teaching assistant’s time and evaluate performance(s)
• Follows the schedule and building procedures of the building of assignment
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Hours per day vary by location and school's 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

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region

Hours per day vary by location

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

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within the GST BOCES Region

SUBSTITUTE REGISTERED NURSE: 10-Month School Calendar Position                                        

RN positions involve caring for the medical needs of students placed in BOCES classrooms which are located in a Special Education Host Site program. Assistance with all medical aspects of the students’ day is expected.

• Plans for periodic examinations and screening procedures as required by State Law and Board of Education Policy.
• Assists the School Physician with physical, visual, audio screening examinations of students and employees.
• Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees.
• Performs medical procedures prescribed by doctors for students .
• Appraises the mental and physical health status of pupils through observation and analysis of records on a continuing basis.
• Assists in feeding and care of students with disabilities
• Prepares, maintains and shares information on Cumulative Health Records with appropriate staff.
• Arranges transportation of sick or injured students or employees to hospital or home.
• Orders inventory and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment.
• Assists the administrator in planning and maintaining a safe, healthful school environment, including the establishment and implementation of emergency care procedures.
• Participates in the development of policies to improve and protect the health of students and school personnel.
• Prepares records and reports as required.
• Seeks professional development opportunities to further growth.
• Carries out all other duties as assigned.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

SUBSTITUTE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE: 10-Month School Calendar Position                                                  

LPN positions involve caring for the medical needs of students placed in BOCES classrooms which are located in a Special Education Host Site program. Assistance with all medical aspects of the students’ day is expected.                                 

Students need assistance with areas of daily living skills which may include, but are not limited to:

• Personal care
• Feeding - may or may not include tubal feeding 
• Monitoring during and after feeding
• Toileting - may or may not include diapering
• Maintaining safety during transitions
• Redirection
• Task initiation
• Communication
• Interacting with others and supervision of sensory activities and routines
• Regular assessment of respiratory needs
• The employee must possess a valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse license and be physically able and willing to meet the needs of the students.
• Dispensing medications, under direction of R.N.
• Completing Medicaid paperwork, under the direction of R.N.
• Assist with student arrival and departure
• Help students carry out prescribed physical exercises
• Helps student with daily living skills/hygiene
• Follows medical protocol
• Other duties as assigned     

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur in the GST BOCES Region

Substitute cleaners are needed for all GST BOCES campuses to work on an on-call, as needed basis.  This is an all year position.  The shift is generally 3 p.m. - 11 p.m. with some flexibility.

The following work activities are listed as examples only and in no event shall an employee be limited to only those examples listed here:

• Dust, vacuum, sweep
• Wash windows, walls, woodwork, water closets, tubs and bowls
• Gather and dispose of refuse
• Uses heavy mechanical equipment to strip, polish and was floors
• May open and secure buildings
• May varnish, shellac and polish furniture and brass
• May tend the furnace
• May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks such as unskilled painting or carpentry
• May be required to replace lights, hang window shades and Venetian blinds
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies as they occur within GST BOCES Region

Substitute Teachers; hours per day will depend on location.

Students may have behavioral management needs and/or physical handicapping.   The Substitute 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:

• Able to work as a team with other educational peers.
• Has demonstrated the ability to develop differentiated instruction to meet the needs of individual students, which utilizes multiple teaching strategies, methodologies, and best teaching practices.
• Able to establish consistent, individualized behavior modification plans and effective classroom management that addresses behaviors in a proactive and instructive manner.
• Demonstrated the ability to work with various disabilities in a single environment.
• Has demonstrated the ability to provide project based learning and/or inquiry based learning and demonstrated a desire to maintain fidelity to the practice.  
• 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 the 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

*NOTE: 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, feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting, behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor and walking with the students. TCI is required for all Special Education Teaching positions.

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill any vacancies which may occur within GST BOCES Region 

Full-time (1.0 FTE), 6 to 7.5 hours/day; 10-month school calendar position

A Teacher Aide must be physically able and willing to meet the needs of all the students within the classroom, which may consist of the following:

• Helps teacher monitor class
• Aids students in travel from bus to classroom and return
• Assists student on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, following teacher’s instructions
• Helps students during lunch periods, gym, music, etc
• Helps students to carry out prescribed physical exercises
• Helps with daily living skills/hygiene
• Follows medical protocols put in place
• Carries out all other teacher designed and supervised activities
  • May require heavy lifting (50 lbs or more), feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting and behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor, walking with the student(s), getting into the swimming pool with the student(s)

Applications are continuously being accepted for this position

and may be used to fill vacancies which may occur within the GST BOCES Region

SUBSTITUTE POSTION 

Hours per day are dependent upon student’s Individualized Education Program, location, and classroom.  A Teacher Aide must be physically able and willing to meet the needs of all the students within the classroom, which may consist of the following:

• TCI is required for all Teacher Aides positions
• Helps teacher monitor class
• Aid disabled children from bus to classroom and return
• Assists individual students with work on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, following teacher’s instructions
• Helps students during lunch periods, gym, music, etc
• Helps physically disabled student(s) to carry out prescribed physical exercises
• Helps disabled student(s) with daily living skills/hygiene
• Follow medical protocol (seizures)
• Carry out all other teacher designed and supervised activities
  • Heavy lifting (50 lbs or more), feeding, assisting with toileting, diapering, physical restraints, escorting and behavior management plans, getting up and down from the floor, walking with the student(s), getting into the swimming pool with the student(s)