CiTi BOCES Migrant Education Department has openings for certified teachers in our summer school program for migrant students.

Site: Sodus High School

Program Schedule: M-F from July 8, 2024 – August 9, 2024

Daily Schedule: 7:45am- 2: 15pm 

Professional Development Days (Tentatively July 1^st and July 2^nd) 

Duties: Prepare and implement lessons for students focusing on ELA, Math, and project-based learning/ extracurricular activities. 

Other: Experience working with English Language Learners preferred, bilingual English/Spanish a plus. 

(CiTi BOCES) is currently seeking a certified Special Education Teacher, preferably with experience teaching high school science. As a special education teacher in a high school 6:1:2 classroom, you will provide specialized science instruction and support to a small group of students with very high needs in most or all needed areas, including academic, social and/or interpersonal development, physical development, and management. You will work collaboratively with 2 full-time paraprofessionals, a counselor, behavior specialist, administrator, and other related service providers to create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for your students. You will also implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and communicate with families and other stakeholders.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver instruction that is aligned with the New York State Learning Standards and the students’ IEP goals and objectives.
• Use evidence-based practices and strategies to address the students’ behavioral, social, and emotional challenges and foster their self-regulation, communication, and social skills.
• Provide frequent and positive feedback, reinforcement, and encouragement to the students.
• Assess and document the students’ academic and functional performance using formal and informal measures.
• Collaborate with the paraprofessionals, counselors, behavior specialists, administrators, and other related service providers to coordinate services and interventions for the students.
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment that meets the students’ physical, sensory, and emotional needs.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with the students’ families, school staff, and other professionals involved in the students’ education.

The Center for Instruction Technology & Innovation (CiTi BOCES) has an opening for a high school Nursing Assistant teacher.  This opening is in the Career & Technical Education Department.  The teacher is required to provide classroom instruction and supervise students on clinical rotations.  This is a full-time, 10-month teaching position that follows the CiTi BOCES school calendar.  NYS Teacher Retirement benefits are included.

The Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation (CiTi BOCES) is developing new and exciting programs. CiTi is seeking individuals who are flexible, creative, innovative, who think fluidly in a dynamic work environment, and will work to provide unique learning opportunities for students.  Candidates must have strong instructional technology skills and be well versed in virtual learning.  

CiTi BOCES seeks two full time Distance Learning Specialists who have a strong background in instructional technology in the classroom as a teacher or as a technology coach.  The Distance Learning Specialists would join a team dedicated to the evolving needs of virtual learning via interactive videoconferencing.  One of the positions will focus on coordinating an interactive videoconferencing service for districts in the Finger Lakes Region and the other will support an existing and growing interactive videoconferencing service in Oswego and Cayuga County.  Interactive videoconferencing courses are shared amongst districts and with local community colleges.  While some of the time may be remote work, most of the time will be in districts working with staff, students, and the colleges. 

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate an interactive videoconferencing service for districts in the Finger Lakes Region (One Position) and support an existing and growing interactive videoconferencing service in Oswego and Cayuga County (One Position).
2. Provide training and support for distance learning teachers.
3. Facilitate a network of distance learning facilitators from each school.
4. Work in an early college high school environment, supporting students and monitoring progress.
5. Collaborate with other distance learning programs across the state.
6. Support distance learning equipment and infrastructure.

CiTi BOCES is currently seeking a certified Special Education Teacher. The Special Education Teacher is a dedicated professional responsible for providing specialized education and support to students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or who have autism - like tendencies within an 8:1:2 ratio. This role involves creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment, implementing evidence-based practices, and ensuring that each student’s unique needs are met.

Responsibilities:

1. Individualized Education Programs (IEPs):
   • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and review IEPs for students.
   • Ensure that IEP goals and objectives align with students’ strengths, challenges, and developmental levels.
   • Monitor progress, adjust strategies, and document outcomes based on IEP benchmarks.
2. Curriculum Development and Differentiation:
   • Design and adapt instructional materials to meet the diverse learning needs of students with autism.
   • Incorporate visual supports, structured routines, and sensory-friendly approaches.
   • Foster communication, social skills, and functional independence.
3. Behavioral Support and Positive Behavior Interventions:
   • Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to address challenging behaviors.
   • Promote positive behavior through reinforcement strategies and social-emotional learning.
   • Collaborate with behavior specialists and support staff.
4. Assessment and Data Collection:
   • Conduct ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress.
   • Use data-driven decision-making to modify instructional approaches.
   • Maintain accurate records and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
5. Communication and Collaboration:
   • Work closely with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers.
   • Facilitate communication between home and school.
   • Attend IEP meetings and provide input on student needs.
6. Inclusive Classroom Environment:
   • Create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment using TEACCH practices (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication-related Handicapped Children).
   • Promote peer interactions and social inclusion.
   • Celebrate individual achievements and foster a sense of belonging.

Program Highlights:

• Collaboration: Work closely with a team of professionals, including paraprofessionals, therapists, and administrators.
• Professional Growth: Engage in ongoing professional development related to autism education and best practices.
• Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with autism, helping them achieve their full potential.

(CiTi BOCES) is currently seeking a certified Special Education Teacher, preferably with experience teaching high school math. As a special education teacher in a high school 6:1:2 classroom, you will provide specialized math instruction and support to a small group of students with very high needs in most or all needed areas, including academic, social and/or interpersonal development, physical development, and management. You will work collaboratively with 2 full-time paraprofessionals, a counselor, behavior specialist, administrator, and other related service providers to create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for your students. You will also implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and communicate with families and other stakeholders.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver instruction that is aligned with the New York State Learning Standards and the students’ IEP goals and objectives.
• Use evidence-based practices and strategies to address the students’ behavioral, social, and emotional challenges and foster their self-regulation, communication, and social skills.
• Provide frequent and positive feedback, reinforcement, and encouragement to the students.
• Assess and document the students’ academic and functional performance using formal and informal measures.
• Collaborate with the paraprofessionals, counselors, behavior specialists, administrators, and other related service providers to coordinate services and interventions for the students.
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment that meets the students’ physical, sensory, and emotional needs.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with the students’ families, school staff, and other professionals involved in the students’ education.

CiTi BOCES is seeking a full-time Practical Nursing instructor for the Adult Education department.

The Practical Nursing Instructor will:

• Work with adult learners in the classroom, lab and at clinical sites.
• Expected to act as a student advisor,
• Lead classroom learning,
• Observe patient care given by students.
• Lead pre- and post-conferences.
• Communicate with staff concerning student expectations and limitations,
• Participate in professional development and team meetings.
• Have effective verbal and written communication skills.

Timeframe:

Starts March 25, 2024 (flexible) through May 31, 2024, and graduation attendance on June 26, 2024

2024-2025 school year July 22, 2024 – May 30, 2025, and graduation attendance on TBD.

Compensation:

• Average 32.5 hours per week  
• Schedule through the end of the 2023-2024 school year will be provided upon hiring.
• Schedule for school year 2024-2025 will be provided in July 2024.
• Health benefits available

The Center for Instruction, Technology and Innovation (CiTi BOCES) has a need for Teaching Assistants for various General Education, Exceptional Education and Alternative Education programs across Oswego County for the 2023-2024 school year. 

Teaching Assistants assist teachers by performing duties such as: Working with individual pupils or groups of pupils on special instructional projects. Provide the teacher with information about pupils that will assist the teacher in the development of appropriate learning experiences. Assisting pupils in the use of available instructional resources, and assisting in the development of instructional materials. Utilizing their own special skills and abilities by assisting in instructional programs in such areas as:  foreign languages, arts, crafts, music and similar subjects. Assisting in related instructional work as required.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Is neat in appearance and appropriately dressed. Relates well to others. Demonstrates a sense of humor. Uses personal talents and strengths to advantage. Shows initiative, demonstrates good judgment, is reliable, responsible, demonstrates behavior and habits desirable for imitation by students, demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, fulfills responsibilities willingly and promptly.

INSTRUCTIONAL ABILITY: Works well with students, establishes rapport, develops good interaction with students, keeps them actively involved. Works toward providing each individual with the opportunity to be successful. Reads and understands teacher’s lesson plans. Demonstrates enthusiasm in instruction, establishes limits with students; consistently adheres to them. Deals objectively and fairly with students and can foresee a job that needs to be done and completes it.

PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE: Views role in proper perspective. Exhibits a desirable attitude toward job. Is able to work with limited supervision. Knows and understands philosophy of teacher. Knows and understands philosophy of BOCES. Accepts constructive criticism, recognizes limitations and works to overcome them. Has appropriate attitude in relationship with administrators. Handles information about students, co-workers, supervisors ethically, practices school policy and regulations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: Willingness to work with a wide range of student population. Perform the daily physical demands as outlined by the “Teacher/Teacher Assistant Essential Elements of Job” document. Other duties as requested by the classroom teacher and/or immediate supervisor.

CiTi BOCES has an ongoing need for Substitute Teaching Assistants for the 2023-2024 school year. Job has physical demands requiring lifting, bending and pushing.