Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 02/03/25
Applications Due: 09/30/28
Vacancy ID: 179984
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleInstructor (Substitute) Box Instructor Substitute – Batavia
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $33.68 to $39.21 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
"Other" Explanation Temporary, on-call, hourly
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 7:30 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Genesee
Street Address New York State School for the Blind
2A Richmond Avenue
City Batavia
StateNY
Zip Code14020
Job Specifics
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Instructor (Substitute) position at the New York State School for the Blind. Duties of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide instruction to students in the absence of the Instructor;
• Follow emergency plans provided by the Instructor;
• Follow Individualized Education Plans for students; and
• Complete necessary daily progress reports for students.
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:
• NYS Certification in Special Education or other State Certification;
• Certification as a Teacher of the visually impaired, with evidence of specialized training in working with developmentally delayed, blind/sensory impaired children, and demonstrated ability to work as a member of an educational team; and
• Experience and training in the areas of behavior modification, orientation and mobility, sign language, and/or Braille.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a temporary, on-call, hourly position. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Fees associated with fingerprinting do not apply if applicant’s fingerprints exist in the NYS TEACH System. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or transcripts will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. Candidates without a valid teaching certificate will be limited to 90 working days within a school year. Instructor (Substitutes) are notified by phone when services are needed, and every effort is made to give 24-hour advance notice.
APPLICATION: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Applicants will be contacted when a vacancy is available. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (Instructor Substitute - Batavia) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Telephone (518) 474-5215
Fax (518) 486-5631
Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12234
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Applicants will be contacted when a vacancy is available. Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (Instructor Substitute - Batavia) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
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