DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a professional nursing position involving responsibility for giving care to students and for performing related nursing services such a pupil health screening and notification of defects and communicable disease control requiring judgment and skills. This position differs from the certified position of School Nurse Teacher in that there is no responsibility for either classroom instruction or guidance involved. The work is performed under the general direction of a School Physician or School Nurse Teacher. Supervision may be exercised over the work of clerical assistants. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Assists the School Physician with visual and auditory screening examinations of students and employees; Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees and may provide one-on-one student nursing care; Prepares and maintains health records for school authorities; Assists at school immunization clinics; Arranges to transport sick or injured students or employees to hospital, home, doctor or dentist office in cases of emergency; Inspects the school plant, playground and cafeteria and reports on general safety and sanitary conditions; Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; Consults with attendance teachers, staff members and teachers concerning a variety of health factors related to non-attendance and communicable disease; Prepares records and reports as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of nursing principles and techniques and their relation to medical practices and skill in their application; working knowledge of materia-medica, dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene; skill in the application of nursing techniques and practices; ability to understand and follow technical, oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to get along well with students, teachers, parents and others; ability to carry out successfully the measures prescribed; ability to plan and supervise the work of sub-professional and non-technical personnel; good observation; mental alertness; firmness; initiative; cheerfulness; patience; emotional stability; sympathetic attitude toward the sick; good moral character; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Orange-Ulster BOCES is seeking a Substitute Teacher of Students with Disabilities for grades (1-6) or (7-12) to join the Special Education Division. This position is Monday through Friday.

Effective: Immediately - 6/26/2024

Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

We are seeking a School Media Specialist who will be responsible for the planning and managing of a library media center and for the BOCES media services for school districts in accordance with district and state guidelines.

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.

You’ll do this by:

• Instructing staff on a formal and informal basis on skills related to research, production of materials and the use of information technologies
• Making resources available to teachers through an organized collection of materials, assisting users in identifying, locating and interpreting information
• Integrating information skills throughout the school's instructional program, teaching and reinforcing instruction designed to make staff effective users of information
• Promoting student reading experiences and the teaching of the library curriculum
• Coordinating the selection, ordering, circulation and inventory of all library/media materials, with the responsibility for the budgetary aspects of the library/media program
• Promoting lifelong learning by fostering positive attitudes toward libraries
• Providing consultant service to teachers and administrators
• Assisting in the in-service training of staff on matters relating to instructional materials and the use of library facilities

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference!

As a School Media Specialist, you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time
• NYS retirement and health & dental insurance
• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

 What you bring to our team:

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities.

We are seeking a Teacher of Students with Disabilities 7-12 to provide comprehensive services to reflect each student's developmental level.

Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.

You’ll do this by:

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment and environmental factors that will maximize a student's individual needs

• Drafting 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
• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively assess, develop and deliver training and information to establish and maintain strong relationships and regularly communicate scholars' progress towards goals

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference!

As a Teacher of Students with Disabilities 7-12 you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time
• NYS retirement and health & dental insurance
• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

 What you bring to our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 
• Valid NYS Certification in Special Education (7-12)
• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels
• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

Job description

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities. 

We are seeking a Teacher of Students with Disabilities 1-6 to provide comprehensive services to reflect each student's developmental level.

Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences. 

You’ll do this by:

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment and environmental factors that will maximize a student's individual needs

• Drafting 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 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively assess, develop and deliver training and information to establish and maintain strong relationships and regularly communicate scholars' progress towards goals 

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference! 

As a Teacher of Students with Disabilities 1-6 you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students. 

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

What you bring to our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid NYS Certification in Special Education (1-6)

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

Evaluates the degree of the child’s functional ability and preforms screenings for students in need of services; Writes and maintains daily lesson and treatment plans which indicate goals and objectives for each child and confers with the classroom teacher as to which goals will be met in the classroom and which will be met in Occupational Therapy pursuant to their 504 plan or IEP; Schedules students both individually and in small groups for occupational therapy services; Records all evaluations, re-evaluations, intervention plans, progress notes, consultations and discharge summaries; Keeps a daily record of all plans, goals and services for each child as a basis for documentation in accordance with procedures set forth by the IDEA and Medicaid; Establishes programs for classroom aides to follow as part of the daily visual-perceptual-motor training groups; Performs occupational therapy intervention upon the written prescription or referral, utilizing various therapeutic activities which may be manual, industrial, recreational or educational design and/or adapted to help the client achieve their maximum potential; Fabricates, modifies, and applies assistive devices using varied media to achieve maximum independence; Trains child, teachers, or family members in the use of adaptive assistive devices and/or self-help techniques; Establishes plans and schedules for enhancing communication with parents, staff and agencies and individuals involved in the interest of the child including parent conferences, team meetings, in-service training, etc.; May supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, Aides and clerical employees assigned to the department; Establishes goals and objectives for him/herself in relation to teaching, professional growth and inter-staff relations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of occupational therapy as applied to children; good knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in occupational therapy; working knowledge of community resources available to support or supplement the occupational therapy program; ability to comprehend, teach, and execute occupational therapy programs to students, family members and faculty; ability to work well with other team members; ability to write and speak effectively; ability to document findings and maintain accurate case records; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

JURISDICTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: Competitive

Effective: April 10, 2024 - June 26, 2024

This is a professional nursing position involving responsibility for giving care to students and for performing related nursing services such a pupil health screening and notification of defects and communicable disease control requiring judgment and skills. This position differs from the certified position of School NurseTeacher in that there is no responsibility for either classroom instruction or guidance involved. The work is performed under the general direction of a School Physician or School NurseTeacher. Supervision may be exercised over the work of clerical assistants. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Assists the School Physician with visual and auditory screening examinations of students and employees; Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees and may provide one-on-one student nursing care; Prepares and maintains health records for school authorities; Assists at school immunization clinics; Arranges to transport sick or injured students or employees to hospital, home, doctor or dentist office in cases of emergency; Inspects the school plant, playground and cafeteria and reports on general safety and sanitary conditions; Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; Consults with attendance teachers, staff members and teachers concerning a variety of health factors related to non-attendance and communicable disease; Prepares records and reports as required.

Come work in an exciting and meaningful field helping children with disabilities.

We are seeking a School Social Worker to provide an integrated network of student support services to help students succeed in school.

You'll do this by:

• Serving as liaison between home and school by communicating with parents/guardians based on student needs and documenting interventions. 
• Assessing the needs for additional services, such as outpatient counseling or other community based supports, and assisting students and families with the referral process.
• Participating in parent-teacher conferences in order to assist teachers in handling questions in discussions about students' emotional and behavioral problems.  
• Collaborating with district liaisons and Committees on Special Education, BOCES staff and parents, on the career and technical programming to support the students' adjustment.
• Providing counseling services for students based on social, emotional, and school adjustment needs, including risk assessments, as well as maintaining electronic logs of the counseling services as per the recommendation on student IEPs.

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference!

As a School Social Worker, you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide support and opportunities for students.

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

• Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities
• Benefits include paid holidays, sick and personal time
• NYS Retirement and health & dental insurance
• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth.

What you bring to our team:

• Evidence of professional and ethical practice
• Cooperation with colleagues
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely records
• Commitment to promoting practices that ensure a positive and safe school climate and student connectedness

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities. 

We are seeking a Teacher of English Language Learners for the 2024-2025 school year to provide comprehensive services to ELL students to increase their English language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening by providing specific instruction to meet their individual needs. 

Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose.

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences. 

You’ll do this by:

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment and environmental factors that will maximize a student's English language skills

• Drafting 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

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively assess, develop and deliver training and information for special education personnel and parents in 

Why this is a great job:

You will make a difference! 

As a Teacher of English Language Learners you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students. 

Along with making a difference, you will receive:

• Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time

• NYS retirement and health & dental insurance

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth

What you bring to our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid teaching credential authorizing specialized services for students in the area 

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

Job description 

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities.  

We are seeking a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide direct instruction to students with visual impairments. Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose. 

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.  

You’ll do this by: 

• Understanding the needs that will maximize a student's visual functioning through work in/pull-out individual sessions, support with push-in services as appropriate and collaborating with classroom teachers regularly 

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing, and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment, and environmental factors that will maximize a student's visual functioning 

• Drafting 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 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively develop and deliver training and information for special education personnel and parents and the student’s sighted peers in understanding the unique educational needs and learning characteristics of visually impaired students 

Why this is a great job: 

You will make a difference!  

As a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.  

Along with making a difference, you will receive: 

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities 

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time 

• NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance 

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth 

 What you bring to our team: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid teaching credential authorizing specialized services for students with visual impairment required 

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels 

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

This position is temporary and will be available through these dates: 4/8/2024 - 6/26/24

Job description 

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities.  

We are seeking a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide direct instruction to students with visual impairments. Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose. 

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.  

You’ll do this by: 

• Understanding the needs that will maximize a student's visual functioning through work in/pull-out individual sessions, support with push-in services as appropriate and collaborating with classroom teachers regularly 

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing, and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment, and environmental factors that will maximize a student's visual functioning 

• Drafting 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 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively develop and deliver training and information for special education personnel and parents and the student’s sighted peers in understanding the unique educational needs and learning characteristics of visually impaired students 

Why this is a great job: 

You will make a difference!  

As a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.  

Along with making a difference, you will receive: 

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities 

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time 

• NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance 

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth 

 What you bring to our team: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid teaching credential authorizing specialized services for students with visual impairment required 

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels 

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

This job is temporary and effective on 9/1/24 through 10/4/24

Orange-Ulster BOCES is seeking Speech Therapists for the six-week 2024 Summer School Program. 

The program will run from July 8, 2024, through August 16, 2024. 

Orange-Ulster BOCES is seeking School Social Workers for the six-week 2024 Summer School program. 

The program will run from July 8, 2024, through August 16, 2024. 

Orange-Ulster BOCES is currently seeking Counselors for the six-week 2024 Summer School Program.

The summer program will run from July 8, 2024, through August 16, 2024. 

Orange-Ulster BOCES is currently seeking Teachers for the six-week 2024 Summer Program.

The summer program will run from July 8, 2024, through August 16, 2024. 

Assists the School Physician with visual and auditory screening examinations of students and employees; Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees and may provide one-on-one student nursing care; Prepares and maintains health records for school authorities; Assists at school immunization clinics; Arranges to transport sick or injured students or employees to hospital, home, doctor or dentist office in cases of emergency; Inspects the school plant, playground and cafeteria and reports on general safety and sanitary conditions; Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; Consults with attendance teachers, staff members and teachers concerning a variety of health factors related to non-attendance and communicable disease; Prepares records and reports as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of nursing principles and techniques and their relation to medical practices and skill in their application; working knowledge of materia-medica, dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene; skill in the application of nursing techniques and practices; ability to understand and follow technical, oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to get along well with students, teachers, parents and others; ability to carry out successfully the measures prescribed; ability to plan and supervise the work of sub-professional and non-technical personnel; good observation; mental alertness; firmness; initiative; cheerfulness; patience; emotional stability; sympathetic attitude toward the sick; good moral character; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

JURISDICTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: Non-competitive among School Districts and BOCES.

Position Dates: July 8, 2024 - August 16, 2024

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a professional position involving responsibility for evaluating, planning, and providing physical therapy treatment for students in accordance with a Physician's written referral. Work is performed in accordance with approved professional standards under the general supervision of an Administrator responsible for Pupil Services or Special Education with considerable leeway allowed for the use of independent judgment. Supervision may be exercised over the work of Physical Therapy Assistants, Aides, and clerical employees assigned to the department. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Evaluates the degree of function and disability of students unless contradicted by the professional judgment of a doctor's admission notes; Performs physical therapy procedures upon the written referral of a licensed physician; Participates with other personnel in the formulation of students' total care plans; May participate in the selection of personnel in the physical therapy service, assigns their duties and provides supervision; Develops or assists in the development of physical therapy policies and procedures; Confers periodically with a supervising Physical Therapist and physicians regarding all facets of student care and related activities and provides consultative services to staff; Assists in the development of and instructs and participates in the facility in-service education program; Provides supplementary physical activities that complement physical therapy received in allied agencies; Records all physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluations, progress notes, consultation and discharge summaries on students' records; Maintains program records and statistical reports of the frequency and types of treatment and number of students treated; Establishes cooperative liaison with C.P. Center, AHRC, local physicians and other appropriate service providers. 

Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal characteristics: Good knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of physical therapy; good knowledge of the operation and maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in physical therapy; good knowledge of pathological conditions and socioeconomic factors affecting a student's disabilities; working knowledge of community resources applicable to physical therapy; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Position Dates: July 8, 2024 - August 16, 2024

Evaluates the degree of the child’s functional ability and preforms screenings for students in need of services; Writes and maintains daily lesson and treatment plans which indicate goals and objectives for each child and confers with the classroom teacher as to which goals will be met in the classroom and which will be met in Occupational Therapy pursuant to their 504 plan or IEP; Schedules students both individually and in small groups for occupational therapy services; Records all evaluations, re-evaluations, intervention plans, progress notes, consultations and discharge summaries; Keeps a daily record of all plans, goals and services for each child as a basis for documentation in accordance with procedures set forth by the IDEA and Medicaid; Establishes programs for classroom aides to follow as part of the daily visual-perceptual-motor training groups; Performs occupational therapy intervention upon the written prescription or referral, utilizing various therapeutic activities which may be manual, industrial, recreational or educational design and/or adapted to help the client achieve their maximum potential; Fabricates, modifies, and applies assistive devices using varied media to achieve maximum independence; Trains child, teachers, or family members in the use of adaptive assistive devices and/or self-help techniques; Establishes plans and schedules for enhancing communication with parents, staff and agencies and individuals involved in the interest of the child including parent conferences, team meetings, in-service training, etc.; May supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, Aides and clerical employees assigned to the department; Establishes goals and objectives for him/herself in relation to teaching, professional growth and inter-staff relations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of occupational therapy as applied to children; good knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in occupational therapy; working knowledge of community resources available to support or supplement the occupational therapy program; ability to comprehend, teach, and execute occupational therapy programs to students, family members and faculty; ability to work well with other team members; ability to write and speak effectively; ability to document findings and maintain accurate case records; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

JURISDICTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: Competitive

Position Dates: July 8, 2024 - August 16, 2024

Works with small groups of children reviewing repetitive classwork; Corrects papers and records grades under direction of a teacher; Accompanies and supervises students in other school activities such as assembly programs, field trips, playgrounds, cafeteria, etc.; Assists with arrangements and preparations for science demonstrations, music and art classes, audiovisual presentations, etc.; Proctors and assists in the administration of various tests; Performs a variety of clerical work related to teaching activities, such as typing, copying, filing and distributing information, preparing teaching aids, keeping classroom records and attendance, etc.; May assist in crisis intervention and assist in classroom management as directed by the teacher; May assist children with disabilities to maintain a normal school routine, including, but not limited to, bus arrivals and departures, cafeteria help, toileting, emergency exit during evacuation drills, lifting, carrying when needed; May arrange parent conferences under direction of teacher; May relieve classroom teachers for emergencies and meetings as needed; May perform food service, school monitor or custodial/cleaner duties on a substitute basis. Working knowledge of classroom routine; ability to establish and maintain good relationships with students, teachers, and others within the school; ability to understand and follow oral and written communications; ability to maintain discipline; clerical aptitude; resourcefulness; tact; courtesy; good judgment; neat personal appearance; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

JURISDICTIONAL CLASSIFICATION: Non-competitive

Position Dates: July 8, 2024 - August 16, 2024

Job description 

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities.  

We are seeking a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide direct instruction to students with visual impairments. Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose. 

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.  

You’ll do this by: 

• Understanding the needs that will maximize a student's visual functioning through work in/pull-out individual sessions, support with push-in services as appropriate and collaborating with classroom teachers regularly 

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing, and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment, and environmental factors that will maximize a student's visual functioning 

• Drafting 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 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively develop and deliver training and information for special education personnel and parents and the student’s sighted peers in understanding the unique educational needs and learning characteristics of visually impaired students 

Why this is a great job: 

You will make a difference!  

As a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.  

Along with making a difference, you will receive: 

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities 

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time 

• NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance 

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth 

 What you bring to our team: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university 

• Valid teaching credential authorizing specialized services for students with visual impairment required 

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels 

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills 

Works with small groups of children reviewing repetitive classwork; Corrects papers and records grades under direction of a teacher; Accompanies and supervises students in other school activities such as assembly programs, field trips, playgrounds, cafeteria, etc.; Assists with arrangements and preparations for science demonstrations, music and art classes, audiovisual presentations, etc.; Proctors and assists in the administration of various tests; Performs a variety of clerical work related to teaching activities, such as typing, copying, filing and distributing information, preparing teaching aids, keeping classroom records and attendance, etc.; May assist in crisis intervention and assist in classroom management as directed by the teacher; May assist children with disabilities to maintain a normal school routine, including, but not limited to, bus arrivals and departures, cafeteria help, toileting, emergency exit during evacuation drills, lifting, carrying when needed; May arrange parent conferences under direction of teacher; May relieve classroom teachers for emergencies and meetings as needed; May perform food service, school monitor or custodial/cleaner duties on a substitute basis.

Job description 

Work in an exciting and meaningful field teaching children with developmental disabilities.  

We are seeking a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide direct instruction to students with visual impairments. Orange-Ulster BOCES provides the foundation and knowledge that enables its students to venture forth in any direction they choose. 

Students served (K-12) include individuals with significant developmental and intellectual disabilities, social/emotional needs, behavior management needs and/or learning differences.  

You’ll do this by: 

• Understanding the needs that will maximize a student's visual functioning through work in?pull-out individual sessions, support with push-in services as appropriate and collaborating with classroom teachers regularly 

• Serving as the subject matter expert, working directly with identifying, developing, and implementing appropriate instructional strategies, materials, equipment, and environmental factors that will maximize a student's visual functioning 

• Drafting 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 

• Possessing the critical thinking skills to effectively develop and deliver training and information for special education personnel and parents and the student’s sighted peers in understanding the unique educational needs and learning characteristics of visually impaired students 

Why this is a great job: 

You will make a difference!  

As a Teacher of the Blind and Visually Impaired you will be supported by a team of dedicated, skilled and caring colleagues working collectively to provide innovative and varied educational opportunities for students.  

Along with making a difference, you will receive: 

 Competitive salary per contract, based on experience and demonstrated abilities 

• Benefits include paid holidays, sick & personal time 

• NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance 

• Professional training opportunities to encourage continuous improvement and professional growth 

 What you bring to our team: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university? 

• Valid teaching credential authorizing specialized services for students with visual impairment required? 

• Experience preparing sequential and meaningful instruction geared to the student’s assessed needs, IEP goals and objectives, functioning, and motivational levels 

• A personal drive for continuous learning and a desire to develop your skills? 

Works with small groups of children reviewing repetitive classwork; Corrects papers and records grades under direction of a teacher; Accompanies and supervises students in other school activities such as assembly programs, field trips, playgrounds, cafeteria, etc.; Assists with arrangements and preparations for science demonstrations, music and art classes, audiovisual presentations, etc.; Proctors and assists in the administration of various tests; Performs a variety of clerical work related to teaching activities, such as typing, copying, filing and distributing information, preparing teaching aids, keeping classroom records and attendance, etc.; May assist in crisis intervention and assist in classroom management as directed by the teacher; May assist children with disabilities to maintain a normal school routine, including, but not limited to, bus arrivals and departures, cafeteria help, toileting, emergency exit during evacuation drills, lifting, carrying when needed; May arrange parent conferences under direction of teacher; May relieve classroom teachers for emergencies and meetings as needed; May perform food service, school monitor or custodial/cleaner duties on a substitute basis.