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Employment

The Voorheesville Central School District is always searching for teachers and staff to enhance our community and support our students. Please use the links below for applications and job descriptions.

Voorheesville Central School District policy states that no person shall be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin or handicapping condition.

Voorheesville Central School District is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Administrative Opportunities

There are currently no active job postings in administration.

Future Openings

The Voorheesville Central School District uses the Online Application System for Educators (OLAS) for many job postings. Please go to http://www.olasjobs.org for up-to-date openings.

You may also apply directly to the school district.

  1. Write a letter of application indicating interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the qualifications required for the position.
  2. Submit a resume.
  3. Complete a district application form.
  4. Send three Letters of Recommendation.
  5. Send a photocopy of the appropriate certification(s).
  6. Forward college placement folder and transcript.
  7. Provide OSPRA fingerprint clearance information. 

Send materials to:

Lissa Jilek
Interim Business Official
District Office
Voorheesville Central School District
PO Box 201
Voorheesville, NY 12186 

A limited number of candidates will be invited to Voorheesville for a personal interview.  Application materials will not be returned.

Professional Staff Opportunities

There are currently no opening for professional staff.

      Future Openings

      The Voorheesville Central School District uses the Online Application System for Educators (OLAS) for many job postings. Please go to http://www.olasjobs.org for up-to-date openings.

      You may also apply directly to the school district.

      1. Write a letter of application indicating interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the qualifications required for the position.
      2. Submit a resume.
      3. Complete a district application form.
      4. Send three Letters of Recommendation.
      5. Send a photocopy of the appropriate certification(s).
      6. Forward college placement folder and transcript.
      7. Provide OSPRA fingerprint clearance information. 

      Send materials to:

      Lissa Jilek
      Interim Business Official
      District Office
      Voorheesville Central School District
      PO Box 201
      Voorheesville, NY 12186 

      A limited number of candidates will be invited to Voorheesville for a personal interview.  Application materials will not be returned.

        Support Staff Opportunities

        district support staff application form

        Position: High School Teaching Assistant

        The Voorheesville Central School District anticipates a full-time, probationary teaching assistant position available at the secondary campus. The teaching assistant will work 1:1 with a special education student in the general education and special education classroom setting. The teaching assistant works closely with the classroom and special education teachers. This is a 10-month position. The salary is as noted in the current UEV contract.  

         Qualifications:

        1. Certification as a teaching assistant.
        2. Experience working effectively with high school students with a variety of disabilities and   special needs.
        3. Solid understanding of classroom activities and teaching best practices.
        4. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
        5. Excellent work habits and employment attendance history.
        6. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
        7. Excellent references.

        General Duties

        1. Provide support and supervision to special education students while in the general education class.
        2. Assist classroom teacher, special education teacher and related service providers in the implementation of the student’s individual education plan.
        3. Monitor and assist students in all aspects of the school day.

        APPLICATION DEADLINE: Dec. 6, 2024
        SALARY: Per UEV contract
        STARTING DATE: To be determined

        APPLICATION DETAILS: 

        Apply through OLAS or RecruitFront or:

        1. Write a letter of application indicating interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications.
        2. Submit a resume and photocopy of the appropriate certification.
        3. Complete a district application form.  
        4. Fingerprint clearance is required.

        Current Voorheesville Central School District employees need only submit a Letter of Interest.

        All materials must be received by Dec. 6, 2024.

        Send materials to:

        Karen Jones
        Director of Pupil Personnel Services
        Voorheesville Central School District
        PO Box 498
        Voorheesville, New York 12186

          Position: Teaching Aide-Continuous Recruitment

          The teaching assistant works closely with the classroom and the Special Education Teachers. Contact Lissa Jilek,
          Interim Business Official, at ljilek@voorheesville.org           to inquire about current openings.

           

          Substitute Opportunities

          The Voorheesville Central School District employs substitute teachers through the Capital Region BOCES substitute registry. Download an application form from the Capital Region BOCES Web site.

          Applications for support staff substitutes (teacher aides, clerical staff, custodians, food service helper, school monitor, bus drivers, etc.) are accepted on an ongoing basis. Download a substitute staff application or call 518-765-3313, ext. 103.

          Current pay rates for substitute support staff positions are as follows: Most positions – including bus drivers, food service helpers, clerical workers, teacher aides, custodial workers, and bus monitors – Step 1 of UEV Schedule.  The nurse rate is $130/day. Please check the pay rate when you apply.

          Should you have any additional questions, please contact the Business Office at 518-765-3313, ext. 103.

          Please note: New York State Law requires all district employees, including substitute teachers, to be fingerprinted as a condition of employment. Should you be considered for employment, procedures and policies regarding fingerprinting will be included in the instructions you receive.

          Position: Bus Driver-Continuous Recruitment

          This posting is a continuous recruitment for school bus driver(s) beginning immediately. Drivers work routes for two in-district public schools, and provide transportation for district children going to private schools, to Special Education placements and for district field trips and athletic events on an as-needed basis. Training available for qualified candidates.

          Hours may vary: Generally from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.,Sept. – June

           Qualifications:

          1. High school graduation or possession of GED is required.
          2. Class B license with passenger and school bus endorsements is preferred. Training available for qualified candidates.
          3. Drivers with CDL Class B permit will be trained.
          4. Must have a neat appearance.
          5. There will be a background check, drug testing and fingerprinting (as required by law).
          6. Physical condition commensurate with demands of the position.
          7. Must be reliable and able to work school attendance days.

          Supervisor will conduct a formal review of performance approximately four months after commencement of employment in this position.

          APPLICATION DEADLINE: Continuous recruitment
          SALARY: per UEV contract
          STARTING DATE:  to be determined
          APPLICATION DETAILS: 

          Complete a district application along with a letter of interest. This letter should clearly specify the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.

          Current Voorheesville CSD employees need only submit a letter of interest.

          Send materials to:

          Ann Potts
          Transportation Supervisor
          Voorheesville Central School District
          P.O. Box 498
          Voorheesville, New York 12186

          Application materials will be accepted throughout the 2023-24 school year.

          This Notice of Vacancy is for continuous recruitment.

          Position: Occasional Substitute Bus Dispatcher

          The duties of a Substitute School Bus Dispatcher include assisting in the daily office operational aspects of the school district’s bus fleet such as, answering calls, and communicating with transportation staff. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, or his/her designee.

          General Duties may include, but are not limited to:

          • Receives calls and messages pertaining to the operation of the school bus fleet by 2-way radio and telephone; logs and forwards calls as appropriate
          • Dispatches bus fleet and drivers/personnel by 2-way radio or telephone and logs calls as appropriate

          SALARY:  Based on hours
          APPLICATION: district support staff application form

          Application Procedures
          1. Write a letter of interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.
          2. Submit a resume.
          3. Complete a district application form

          Current District employees need only submit a Letter of Interest.

          Forward application materials to:

          Ann Potts
          Voorheesville Central School District
          P.O. Box 201
          Voorheesville, New York 12186
          Or via e-mail to: apotts@voorheesville.org

            Position: Bus Monitor

            The Voorheesville Central School District has an opening for a bus monitor. Responsibilities include assisting and monitoring students. This person will work under the supervision of the bus driver and transportation supervisor. Person chosen for this position will be required to undergo training on a medical device and take the 10 hour training.

            STARTING DATE: Immediately
            SALARY: per UEV Contract 
            HOURS:  4 hours each day, (2 hours a.m., 2 hours p.m.)
            QUALIFICATIONS:

            1. High school graduate
            2. Ability to pass 19A performance test
            3. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
            4. Ability to be flexible, resourceful, and work effectively with  children.
            5. Fingerprint clearance (as required by law).
            6. Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and adults.

            APPLICATION AND OTHER DETAILS:

            Complete District Application along with a letter of interest. This letter should clearly specify the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the position.

            All materials should be sent to:

            Lissa Jilek, Interim Business Official 
            District Office
            P.O. Box 201
            Voorheesville CSD
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            Athletics Opportunities

            At various times throughout the year, Voorheesville Central School District will accept applications for coaching positions at Clayton A. Bouton High School and Voorheesville Middle School. Experience as a coach in a public high school setting is preferred.

            Seasonal practices are usually held daily between 3-5:30 p.m. Coaching credentials, including Coaching CPR/First Aid and Concussion Management, are required. Successful candidates must have physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. All coaches report to the Athletic Director.

            The salary for a coaching position is based on the current VTA contract and the applicant’s experience, as approved by the superintendent.

            The district is currently looking for a varsity bowling coach.

            Application Procedures

            1. Write a letter of interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.
            2. Submit a resume.
            3. Complete a district athletics application form.
            4. Send three Letters of Recommendation.
            5. Send a photocopy of the appropriate certification(s).
            6. Must have or be willing to obtain Coaching First Aid/CPR certification.
            7. Forward college placement folder and transcript immediately.
            8. Provide OSPRA fingerprint clearance information.

            Deadline to apply is Nov. 1, 2024. Send applications to:

            Joe Sapienza
            Athletics Director
            Voorheesville Central School District
            PO Box 201
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            A limited number of candidates will be invited to Voorheesville for a personal interview. All applicants will be notified as to their status. Application materials cannot be returned.

            Extracurricular Advisor Opportunities

            There are currently no openings.

            Non-instructional Opportunities

            district non-instructional application form

            Position: Custodial Worker

            The Voorheesville Central School District has an anticipated opening for a custodial worker. This position is eight hours per day, with Saturdays as needed. The duties of a custodial worker include routine cleaning, semi-skilled maintenance tasks, and related work as required. The position will be under the supervision of the Custodial Work Supervisor II. Salary and benefits are as stated in the UEV contract. This is a full-time, 12-month position.


            Examples of duties include, but are not limited to:

            • Sweeps, mops and waxes floors.
            • Washes walls, windows and blackboards.
            • Cleans and mops lavatories and locker rooms.
            • Assists with snow removal.
            • Replaces light bulbs, towels, toilet tissue, soap and other supplies.
            • Empties wastebaskets and disposes of rubbish.
            • Makes minor repairs to furniture, electrical fixtures, windows and window shades, locks, faucets, heating system and other equipment.
            • Receives, moves and stores incoming school supplies.
            • Turns off lights and locks doors.
            • Performs a variety of errands and related custodial duties, as needed.

            Qualifications:

            1. High school graduation is a plus.
            2. Custodial experience is a plus.
            3. Ability to take and follow directions.
            4. Willingness to work the schedule that best suits the district’s needs.
            5. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
            6. Good work record and recommendations.
            7. Background check and fingerprinting (as required by law).

            APPLICATION DEADLINE: Dec. 15
            SALARY: per UEV contract
            STARTING DATE:  to be determined
            APPLICATION DETAILS: 

            Apply through OLAS or:

            1. Write a letter of interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.
            2. Submit a resume.
            3. Complete a district application form.
            4. Send three Letters of Recommendation.

            Current district employees need only submit a letter of interest.

            Send materials to:

            Neil Cary, Director of Facilities
            Voorheesville Central School District
            P.O. Box 498
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            Position: Food Service Worker (Short-Term Replacement)

            The Voorheesville Central School District has an opening for a short-term substitute food service worker. This position is 4 hours a day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. The position will be under the supervision of the cafeteria manager.

            Qualifications:

            1. High school graduation is a plus.
            2. Custodial experience is a plus.
            3. Must be able to take and follow directions.
            4. Must have a willingness to work the schedule that best suits the district’s needs.
            5. Requires physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
            6. Must have a good work record and recommendations.
            7. Background check and fingerprinting is required by law.

            Under the direction of a higher-level employee, the food service worker will perform a variety of activities related to the storage, preparations, and service of food. Duties may include but not limited to the following:

             

            • Wash food service equipment, including garbage cans and general kitchen cooking utensils, by hand and machine, using a variety of cleaning substances.
            • Wash storage areas, including food preparation areas, by hand and machine, using a variety of cleaning substances.
            • Store deliveries in appropriate areas.
            • Bring food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas as directed.
            • Clean fruits and vegetables, in preparation for cooking as directed.
            • Cook grill-type food such as hamburgers and eggs.
            • Serve food in the proper portions to students.
            • Ensure students on special diets receive proper food and portions.
            • Wash and sanitize dining room areas including chairs, tables and floors.
            • Various duties as assigned.

            APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov. 1, 2024
            SALARY:  $17.58 hourly, per UEV contract
            STARTING DATE:  Nov. 4, 2024, for approximately four to six weeks.
            APPLICATION DETAILS: 

            Apply through OLAS or:

            1. Write a letter of interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.
            2. Submit a resume.
            3. Complete a district application form.
            4. Send three letters of recommendation.

            Send materials to:

            Paul Franchini, Food Service Director
            Voorheesville Central School District
            P.O. Box 498
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            Applications will be accepted as they are received. Candidates will promptly be scheduled for an interview.

            Position: Custodial Workers-Continuous Recruitment

            The Voorheesville Central School District has an opening for custodial workers. This position is 8 hours/day; Saturdays as needed. The duties of a custodial worker include routine cleaning, semi-skilled maintenance tasks, and related work as required.  The position will be under the supervision of the Custodial Work Supervisor II.  

            SALARY: as stated in the UEV contract.
            APPLICATION AND OTHER DETAILS:

            Complete district application (or call 765-3313 ext. 103) and submit along with a letter of interest. This letter should clearly specify the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications and position description.

            Current school district employees need only submit a letter of interest in this position.

            All materials should be sent to:

            Neil Cary
            Voorheesville Central School District
            PO Box 498
            432 New Salem Road
            Voorheesville, New York 12186