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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.

Many job postings can be found on the Online Application System for Educators (OLAS) and Recruit Front. Please go to http://www.olasjobs.org and https://voorheesville.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities for up-to-date openings.

Applicants 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. 

Administrative Opportunities

There are currently no openings for administrative positions. Future openings will be posted here.

Professional Staff Opportunities

Secondary Choral and General Music Teacher

This is a probationary vocal/general music teacher position at the Voorheesville Middle School and Clayton A. Bouton High School, beginning Sept. 1, 2025. The salary and benefits for this position are pursuant to the current VTA contract.

Qualifications:

  • New York State K-12 Music Certification
  • Ability to direct large choral ensembles
  • Ability to teach middle school or high school general music within the guidelines of the NY State Standards for the Arts and the district’s curriculum
  • Strong piano skills desired
  • Excellent knowledge of vocal pedagogy and choral techniques
  • Excellent classroom management skills with large ensemble classes
  • Dedication to teaching and instilling an appreciation of music with middle and high school students
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

Application Deadline: July 10, 2025
Starting Date: September 1, 2025
Salary: As per the current VTA contract

Application Procedures:

  • 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.
  • Submit a resume.
  • Submit an application form through OLAS or RecruitFront.
  • Send a photocopy of the appropriate certification.
  • Forward a college placement folder and transcript immediately.
  • Fingerprint clearance is required.

Current district employees need to submit a letter of interest only.

Send materials to:

Lisa Cardillo, Principal
Clayton A. Bouton High School
432 New Salem Rd
Voorheesville, New York 12186

Position: School Social Worker

The Voorheesville and Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School Districts have one full-time, probationary social worker position available, beginning Sept 1, 2025. This position will be split equally between the two neighboring districts. The salary range for this position is $52,701 – $67,786.

Qualifications:

  1. Masters Degree in Social Work.
  2. New York State Certification as a School Social Worker.
  3. Licensed Clinical Social Worker preferred.
  4. Previous experience in a school setting is preferred.
  5. Physical abilities commensurate with the position requirements.
  6. Dedicated to teaching and to students.
  7. Good college record and excellent references.

    Duties:

    1. Provide family and individual services for students at risk in the district.
    2. Focus on skills for special needs students.
    3. Provide counseling for students with behavioral or emotional issues or students in crisis.
    4. Assist in linking families and students to community agencies.
    5. Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team in evaluating and developing intervention plans for students in general education and students with disabilities with mental health needs.
    6. Collaborate with school psychologist and school counselor to provide social emotional support to students as needed.
    7. Follow-up on parenting forums.

    Application Procedures: 

    Apply through OLAS 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 and position description.
    2. Submit a resume.
    3. Complete a district application form (available online at voorheesville.org).
    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:

    Karen Jones
    Voorheesville Central School District
    PO Box 498
    Voorheesville, NY 12186

    All application materials must be received by June 27, 2025

    Position: Physical Education Teacher (Short-Term Substitute)

    The Voorheesville Central School District anticipates one full-time, short-term substitute position for a Physical Education Teacher in the High School/Middle School estimated to begin approximately September 1, 2025 through October 30, 2025, approximately.

    Salary for this position is as stated in the teacher contract.

    Qualifications:

    1. Fully certified in New York State as Physical Education K-12.
    2. Previous teaching experience preferred.
    3. Ability to work well with children on all levels.
    4. Excellent health, vitality and enthusiasm.
    5. Dedicated to teaching and to students.
    6. Good college record and excellent references.

    Application Procedures:

    Apply on OLAS or RecruitFront

    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. Complete a district application form (available online at voorheesville.org), include three letters of recommendation.
    3. Send a photocopy of the appropriate certification(s).
    4. Forward college placement folder and transcript immediately.
    5. OSPRA fingerprint clearance must be verified on TEACH.

    Send materials to:
    Joseph Sapienza
    Voorheesville Central School District
    PO Box 498
    Voorheesville, New York 12186
    jsapienza@voorheesville.org

    Application materials must be received by June 26, 2025.

        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: Custodial Worker

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

          Examples of custodial worker duties include, but are not limited to:

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

          Qualifications

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

          Application deadline: July 9, 2025
          Salary: Per UEV contract
          Starting date:  To be determined
          Application details: 

          Apply through RecruitFront or:

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

          Send materials to:

          Joseph Mayo, Interim Director of Facilities
          Voorheesville Central School District
          P.O. 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

              Voorheesville Central School District is accepting applications for fall coaching positions at Clayton A. Bouton High School and Voorheesville Middle School. Experience as a coach in a public high school setting is preferred. 

              Fall coaching positions include:

              • Girls Varsity Golf
              • Girls Modified Soccer
              • Modified Football

              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.

              STARTING DATE:  Aug. 18, 2025 (tentative)
              APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 30, 2025
              SALARY: per VTA Contract 

              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.

              Current Voorheesville Central School District employees need only submit a letter of  interest to jsapienza@voorheesville.org.

              Send applications to:

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

              Extracurricular Advisor Opportunities

              No openings at this time.