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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| Professional Staff| Support Staff| Transportation| Athletics| Extracurricular Advisor| Non-Instructional

Administrative Opportunities

There are currently no administrative openings.

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

      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: Payroll Clerk, Payroll Specialist

          The Voorheesville Central School District has an opening for a payroll clerk or payroll specialist. This is a probationary, full-time, twelve-month position and is subject to Albany County Civil Service regulations.

          Possible duties:

          1. Maintain payroll data.
          2. Assist employees with problems concerning payroll, bereavements, jury duty, etc.
          3. Resolve any errors in employee’s paycheck and reissue payment checks.
          4. Process, record and file a variety of control records and payroll reports, for ledgers and claims.
          5. Compile fiscal data and assists in preparing reports for financial statistical and budget purposes.

          Qualifications for payroll specialist:

          1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least an associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Business Management and one (1) year of paid experience in the maintenance of financial accounts and records; OR
          2. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of paid experience involving the application and explanation of rules, procedures and policies regarding the preparation and processing of payroll records.
          3. Knowledge of Windows, Work and Excel or must be willing to be trained;
          4. Ability to conduct payroll calculation procedures and time keeping tasks;
          5. Excellent communication and organizational skills;
          6. Ability to be flexible and adjust easily to change;
          7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

          Qualifications for payroll clerk:

          1. Three years of experience involving the application of rules, procedures and policies regarding the preparation and processing of payrolls; OR high school graduate or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one year of experience involving the application and explanation of rules, procedures and policies regarding the preparation and processing of payrolls OR at least 30 college credit hours of business studies and six months of office experience that included accounting-related duties;
          2. Knowledge of Windows, Work and Excel or must be willing to be trained;
          3. Ability to conduct payroll calculation procedures and time keeping tasks;
          4. Excellent communication and organizational skills;
          5. Ability to be flexible and adjust easily to change;
          6. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

          APPLICATION DEADLINE: Feb. 21, 2025
          SALARY: $52,000-$63,000 (Commensurate with experience.)
          STARTING DATE:  To be determined.

          Application Procedures:

          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. Complete a district application form.
          3. Fingerprint clearance is required.

          Current Voorheesville Central School District employees need only submit a letter of interest. Application materials should be sent to:

          Lissa Jilek
          Interim School Business Official
          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: Food Service Worker

          The Voorheesville Central School District anticipates openings for food service workers for the 2025-26 school year. This position is 4 hours/day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.. The position will be under the supervision of the cafeteria manager. Applications will be accepted as they are received. Candidates will be promptly scheduled for an interview. 

          Qualifications:

          1. High school graduation is a plus.
          2. Food service 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.

          SALARY: $17.58 – $20.70 hourly, per UEV contract
          STARTING DATE:  To be determined.
          APPLICATION DETAILS: 

          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.
            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

          Transportation

          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 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

            Position: Modified Baseball Coach

            This coaching position is at Clayton A. Bouton High School and Voorheesville Middle School. Experience as a coach in a public high school setting is preferred. All coaches report to the athletic director. Practices are typically held daily between 3-5:30 p.m. during the season and are coordinated by the athletic director. 

             Qualifications:

            1. Coaching credentials are required.
            2. Coaching CPR/First Aid and Concussion Management certifications are required.
            3. Fingerprint clearance is required.
            4. Requires physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

            APPLICATION DEADLINE: Jan. 30, 2025
            SALARY: Per current VTA contract and the applicant’s experience.
            STARTING DATE: to be determined
            APPLICATION DETAILS: 

            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.
            5. Send a photocopy of the appropriate certifications.
            6. Must have or be willing to obtain Coaching First Aid/CPR certification.
            7. Forward college placement folder and transcript immediately.
            8. Provide social security number on application to verify fingerprint clearance.

            All materials should be sent to:

            Joseph Sapienza, Athletic Director
            P.O. Box 498
            Voorheesville CSD
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            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.

            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.

            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

            Position: Drama Club Advisor-Elementary School

            The elementary school drama club advisor is responsible for supervising the organization and production of the drama performance. The drama club will meet after school hours. Position to begin January 2025.  Compensation for the position will be per the appropriate step in the VTA Extracurricular Salary Scale. 

            Qualifications

            1. Professional theater experience is preferred.
            2. Educational background in theater/drama or the arts is preferred.
            3. Experience working with students is desired.
            4. Excellent credentials and references are required.
            5. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position is required.
            6. Fingerprint clearance (as required by law).

            Application Procedures

            1. Submit a letter of interest in the position. This letter should clearly indicate the strengths of the candidate as they apply to the listed qualifications.
            2. If the applicant is not a current VCSD employee, complete a district application form. Please include all requested documents listed on the front page of the application form.

            Current district employees need only submit a letter of interest to mreilly@voorheesville.org.

            All materials should be sent to:

            Molly Reilly
            Voorheesville Central School
            P.O. Box 498
            Voorheesville, New York 12186

            Application materials must be received by January 13, 2025.

            Non-instructional Opportunities

            district non-instructional application form

            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