LOCATION:                        Special Education – Multiple Locations

BASIC FUNCTION:          
To implement IEP goals and objectives for each student.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  
Assessment, curriculum development, instruction and evaluation of students with handicapping conditions.

LOCATION:          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus

BASIC FUNCTION:

To instruct high school students in the proper practices, procedures and skills associated with the Criminal Justice industry.  To provide entry level skills allowing students to enter the job market or to continue their education at the post-secondary level. To be involved in developing partnership programs with local colleges and universities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To develop in each pupil, an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge of security procedures in public, commercial and residential settings.
2. Educate about the history, theory, practices and recent developments in the profession.
3. Hands on learning patrolling, investigative skills/techniques, and crime scene investigation including radio use, note-taking, evidence gathering, and dealing with safety hazards and emergency situations, as well as lifting fingerprints, photographing and diagramming crime scenes.
4. Instruct on police, court and prison systems; operation of security and protection programs; protection systems technology; risk analysis; disaster management; criminal procedures and arrest laws; court proceedings; communication skills; contemporary issues; first aid & CPR.
5. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans. 
6. To instill the importance of furthering their education in the fields of civil and criminal law or law enforcements or protection academies.
7. Qualify students to test for New York State Security Officer certification.
8. To strive to instill in each student safe work habits, reliability, competence, loyalty and dependability.

POSITION TITLE:                Teacher-Career Education-Global Fashion (.50 FTE – 1.0 FTE)           

LOCATION:          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus

BASIC FUNCTION:

Students enrolled in Global Fashion Studies have the opportunity to study creative design and core business concepts while applying them to the world of fashion. Further exploration will include careers in fashion design, production, merchandising, marketing, and technical design.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teacher will emphasize leadership skills along with creativity, problem-solving, writing, communications, and presentation skills.
2. Instruction will expose students to state-of-the-art technology skills, cover fashion drawing, hand sewing, basic machine sewing, dye techniques, fabric & garment care, fibers & textiles, clothing construction, pattern making.
3. Guide students through the development of a fashion trade portfolio showcasing their best work.
4. Encourage hands-on fashion career exploration in all phases of the course; students may have the opportunity to research and visit top fashion colleges during their studies.
5. Demonstrate to students how to apply theory and skills through work-based learning opportunities to work with local retailers at area shopping malls to learn visual display and merchandising.
6. In addition to the classroom, the instructor will be responsible for supervising and evaluating student progress in the work areas.
7. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans.
8. To develop in each student an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge in the industry.
9. Instill in all students’ safe work habits, the importance of lifelong learning, and a work ethic that fosters reliability, competence, dependability and satisfaction with their own work.

LOCATION:         Northeastern Regional Information Center – Cooperative Virtual Learning Academy

(physical location of employee is at the discretion of the teacher in consultation with BOCES)

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide differentiated, direct instruction synchronously through a supported virtual learning instructional & technology model for a New York State Regents Earth Science course.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Curriculum instruction, supervision, and evaluation of students in a virtual learning environment in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
2. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students in a virtual setting.
3. Communicating with applicable BOCES and local school district administrators to support students in the virtual learning environment.
4. Working productively and collaboratively with other virtual faculty, administrators, and parents in BOCES-supported virtual learning programs to build professional capacity.
5. Ensuring there is a professional visual environment and suitable bandwidth at the location from where the instruction is delivered.
6. Engage in professional learning sessions throughout the year   
   (Professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction. Further professional development and technical support to be provided ongoing throughout the year.)

LOCATION:         Northeastern Regional Information Center – Cooperative VIRTUAL Learning Academy  
(physical location of employee is at the discretion of the teacher in consultation with BOCES)                             

START DATE:     TBD-Anticipated based upon school district commitments 

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide differentiated, direct instruction synchronously and asynchronously through a supported virtual learning instructional & technology model for Grades 7-12 Spanish courses.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Curriculum instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in a virtual learning environment in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
2. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students in a virtual setting.
3. Communicating with applicable BOCES and local school district administrators to support students in the virtual learning environment.
4. Working productively and collaboratively with other virtual faculty, administrators, and parents in BOCES-supported virtual learning programs to build professional capacity.
5. Ensuring there is a professional visual environment and suitable bandwidth at the location from where the instruction is delivered.
6. Engage in professional learning sessions throughout the year.   
   (Professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction.  Further professional development and technical support to be provided ongoing throughout the year).

LOCATION:         Northeastern Regional Information Center – Cooperative Virtual Learning Academy

(physical location of employee is at the discretion of the teacher in consultation with BOCES)

START DATE:    TBD-Anticipated based upon school district commitments

BASIC FUNCTION:

Provide differentiated, direct instruction synchronously through a supported virtual learning instructional & technology model for a New York State Regents Earth Science course.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Curriculum instruction, supervision, and evaluation of students in a virtual learning environment in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
2. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students in a virtual setting.
3. Communicating with applicable BOCES and local school district administrators to support students in the virtual learning environment.
4. Working productively and collaboratively with other virtual faculty, administrators, and parents in BOCES-supported virtual learning programs to build professional capacity.
5. Ensuring there is a professional visual environment and suitable bandwidth at the location from where the instruction is delivered.
6. Engage in professional learning sessions throughout the year   
   (Professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction. Further professional development and technical support to be provided ongoing throughout the year.)

LOCATION:         Capital District Youth Center, Inc. (CDYCI) located at 838 Albany-Shaker Rd, Albany or VIRTUAL option is available.

DATE:        Immediately thru June 30, 2025

BASIC FUNCTION:          

To provide differentiated, direct instruction, implementation of daily classroom routines, and remediation for middle and high school students in an Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS) regulated juvenile detention facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To teach curriculum in an OCFS juvenile detention facility setting.
2. Curriculum preparation, instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
3. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students.
4. Communicating with applicable CDYCI and BOCES administrators to support students in their learning environment.
5. Engage in professional learning sessions through the year (professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction as well as continued professional development and technical support through the year).
6. Assist students in developing the skills and content required to be successful.

LOCATION:          Capital District Youth Center, Inc. (CDYCI) @ 838 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany or VIRTUAL option available

DATES:          Immediately thru June 30, 2025  

BASIC FUNCTION:          

To provide differentiated, direct instruction, implementation of daily classroom routines, and remediation for middle and high school students in an Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS) regulated juvenile detention facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To teach curriculum in an OCFS juvenile detention facility setting.
2. Curriculum preparation, instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
3. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students.
4. Communicating with applicable CDYCI and BOCES administrators to support students in their learning environment.
5. Engage in professional learning sessions through the year (professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction as well as continued professional development and technical support through the year).
6. Assist students in developing the skills and content required to be successful.

LOCATION:          Capital District Youth Center, Inc. (CDYCI) @ 838 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany or VIRTUAL option available  

DATES:        Immediately thru June 30, 2025

BASIC FUNCTION:          

To provide differentiated, direct instruction, implementation of daily classroom routines, and remediation for middle and high school students in an Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS) regulated juvenile detention facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To teach curriculum in an OCFS juvenile detention facility setting.
2. Curriculum preparation, instruction, supervision and evaluation of students in alignment with New York State Learning Standards.
3. Utilizing appropriate pedagogy and instructional methods to engage students.
4. Communicating with applicable CDYCI and BOCES administrators to support students in their learning environment.
5. Engage in professional learning sessions through the year (professional development to be offered in advance of the start of instruction as well as continued professional development and technical support through the year).
6. Assist students in developing the skills and content required to be successful.

LOCATION:          Capital District Youth Center, Inc. (CDYCI) @ 838 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany or VIRTUAL option available

DATE:        Immediately thru June 30, 2025

LOCATION:                        Special Education-Maywood Academy 

BASIC FUNCTION:          

To manage the academic, social and emotional needs of children with disabilities in various Special Education programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assessment, curriculum development (IEP) instruction and evaluation of students with disabilities. 
2. This teaching position requires deep knowledge of behavior management and trauma-informed instruction, as well as literacy, math and instructional skills concomitant to the Common Core Learning Standards.
3. Serve as liaison between students, regular educators, CSE and parents.

LOCATION:          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus @ 886 Watervliet Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:

Cosmetology program offers students the opportunity to learn and practice procedures and skills that will lead to acquiring a license and employment opportunities. It is a two-year program with post-graduate summer course to provide an opportunity for students to complete 120 hours of study needed to meet the 1,000 hour state licensing requirement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The classroom instructor will teach the competencies and skills needed to pass the New York State practical and written licensing exams through a program that meets the state required 1,000 hours of instruction and 125 hours internship.
2. Instruct on properties of the hair and scalp, cells, anatomy & physiology; chemistry. Course will cover bacteriology; decontamination & infection control; care and artistry of natural and artificial hair, nail disorders; hair removals.
3. Explain the salon business, financial planning, and different career opportunities.
4. Demonstrate to students how to apply theory and skills, and strengthen competencies through hands-on experiences including a clinic open to the community and a salon internship.
5. In addition to the classroom, the instructor will be responsible for supervising and evaluating student progress in the work areas.
6. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans.
7. To develop in each student an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge in the industry.
8. Instill in all students’ safe work habits, the importance of lifelong learning, and a work ethic that fosters reliability, competence, dependability and satisfaction with their own work.

LOCATION:                          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus @ 886 Watervliet Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:           

Electrical Trades program offers students the opportunity to learn basic electrical skills and to progress to the cutting edge of 21^st century green technologies.  Students may earn advanced standing in the National Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (NJATC), an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) program.  Students will learn the proper practices and procedures associated with residential and commercial electric trade that will lead to entry level employment opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To teach fundamental skills in electrical theory through classroom instruction and hands-on shop lessons to become successful residential, commercial and industrial wiring professionals.
2. Train students to have an in-depth understanding of the electrical trades field and the knowledge needed to work with the latest environmentally friendly technologies.
3. Educate students to have an excellent working knowledge of AC/DC electrical theory and related mathematics.
4. Instruct in the working knowledge of basic blueprints and estimating, residential wiring, control equipment, (basic) photovoltaic systems, motors and generators, and lighting branch circuits and fixtures.
5. Teach students to be proficient in both residential and commercial wiring methods and applications.
6. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans.
7. To develop in each student an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge in the industry. 
8. Instill in all students safe work habits, the importance of lifelong learning and a work ethic that fosters reliability, competence, dependability and satisfaction with their own work.

LOCATION:          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus @ 886 Watervliet-Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:

Plumbing Technology course is a comprehensive hands-on one-year program designed to prepare students for entry level positions in the plumbing industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To teach the essential skills, including safety protocols, plumbing math and blueprint reading, while working with various piping materials such as plastic and copper.
2. Course will cover key plumbing systems such as drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems, water distribution, soldering, threading and joining methods, and the installation of fixtures like sinks, faucets and toilets.
3. Students will also explore environmentally sustainable practices, including the use of PEX piping, grey water recycling systems and solar water heaters.
4. The curriculum emphasizes professionalism, plumbing codes and career readiness, culminating in a capstone project where students design, install and troubleshoot a small-scale plumbing system.
5. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans.
6. To develop in each student an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge in the industry. 
7. Instill in all students safe work habits, the importance of lifelong learning and a work ethic that fosters reliability, competence, dependability and satisfaction with their own work.

LOCATION:          Career & Technical Education – Albany Campus @ 886 Watervliet-Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:

New Visions: Emerging Technologies program offers students a comprehensive introduction to two rapidly growing industries: hydrogen fuel cell technology and semiconductor manufacturing. Course is developed to meet the demands of these cutting-edge industries and equip students with the skills needed for entry-level technician roles or further education in these high demand fields.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide students hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge in foundations of advanced manufacturing and hydrogen fuel cell technology.
2. Program will cover introduction to semiconductor and hydrogen fuel cell industries; mechanical and electrical systems; hydrogen fuel cell systems; semiconductor manufacturing processes; and maintenance and troubleshooting.
3. To be responsible for developing and evaluating course plans.
4. To develop in each student an awareness and understanding coupled with the skills and knowledge in the industry. 
5. Instill in all students safe work habits, the importance of lifelong learning and a work ethic that fosters reliability, competence, dependability and satisfaction with their own work.

LOCATION:                        Career & Technical Education – Adult Education Program (Multiple Locations)

BASIC FUNCTION:          

To instruct foreign language learners the skills to improve their English language proficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To instruct students (16 years and older) within a small group classroom setting.
2. Provide adults with the requisite skills to improve their English language (i.e. reading, writing, speaking and listening) proficiency.
3. Instructors are expected to complete lesson plans, monthly reports, and other duties as assigned.