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Professional Openings: [Administration, Teacher, Teaching Assistant]
Current Vacancies:
Science Teacher - Tenure position starting September 2025, NYS Education Department Certification in the required in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science or Technology with Science background. Dual certified in Special Education preferred.
At Spackenkill High School we are committed to providing a rigorous and engaging education to all students. Our mission is to provide all of our students with the academic and social skills necessary to pursue their goals and become responsible citizens in an interdependent global community. We are looking for a dynamic, flexible, and passionate High School Science Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be eager to teach across multiple scientific disciplines and help students grow both academically and personally.
Position Overview: We are seeking a certified, enthusiastic Science Teacher to instruct students across various science subjects. We welcome applicants with the following certifications to apply: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Special Education, and/ or Technology with a Science background, dual certification in Special Education preferred. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, innovative, and excited to teach in diverse and sometimes interdisciplinary ways. You will be joining a collaborative team dedicated to supporting student success and providing a well-rounded education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons in core and elective science subjects.
- Develop and implement hands-on, inquiry-based activities to deepen student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Create and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and student engagement.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and foster academic success for all students.
- Collaborate with colleagues across subject areas to integrate cross-curricular themes and projects.
- Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and administration regarding student performance and progress.
- Foster a passion for science, exploration, and problem-solving in students.
Please upload to the OLAS website the following to be considered; letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, copies of transcripts from all college levels, proof of NYS certification (must include your name on document). Also click below and complete a district application and upload that also to OLAS under any of the tabs. Please do not mail or email any documents, they should all be uploaded to OLAS. Deadline to apply is December 1, 2024.
Teaching Assistant - starting immediately, tenure track, full-time, 10 months, secondary level, must have NYS certification as a Teaching Assistant or Teacher. Workig with children under the direction of administrative staff. Please upload the following to be considered; cover letter, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, and proof of certification (if you take a screenshot from your TEACH account, it must include your name) to the OLAS website. Please also complete a district appliction which can be found on our website at www.spackenkillschools.org under the HR tab. Please upload all documents to OLAS under any of the available tabs. Please do not email or mail documents. Deadline to apply is December 8, 2024.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Other Positions: [Aide/Monitor, Bus Driver, Clerical, Coach, Custodial, Food Service, Grounds, Maintenance, School Nurse, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Tech, Summer Workers]
Current Vacancies:
Typist - starting immediately, support to the building principal, elementary grade 3-5 building. Working with staff & students under the direction of professional district administration. Full-time, 12 months, 7 1/2 hours per day, 7:30 - 3:30 pm, benefits package. Must either hold the title of Typist with Dutchess County Personnel or be eligible to take the exam when given and score with in the top percentage. Background in clerical, secretarial support preferred. Please upload a letter of Interest, current resume and letters of recommendation to the OLAS website, please do not mail any documents in. Deadline to apply is December 8, 2024.
School Monitor - starting immediately working with students under the direction of professional staff & school district administration, Grades 3-5 building, 3 hours per day, 11:30-2:30 pm, 10 months, Monday - Friday. Please upload a letter of Interest, current resume, letters of recommendation, to be considered for the position. Please do not mail or email any documents in. Deadline to apply is December 8, 2024.
Coaching Positions: Boys Varsity Tennis & Boys JV Baseball- requirements:
1. NYS Coaching Certification
2. Current CPR, First Aid, and Concussion Management Course.
3. Strong leadership, organizational and communication skills with an emphasis on academics, sportsmanship, and character development.
4. Possess the ability to provide a challenging, first class, positive experience for our students, while striving for excellence and teaching lifelong lessons.
Starting dates: November 18, 2024 – Basketball; March 17, 2025 – Baseball, Track & Tennis Deadline to apply is December 1, 2024.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Substitute Positions:
Current Vacancies: No current openings
Substitute Rates:
Substitute School Monitors & Aides - as needed for monitors & aides in our elementary schools. Starting immediately working with students under the direction of professional staff & school district administration, 2-3 hours a day. Please upload a letter of Interest, current resume, letters of recommendation, to be considered for the position. Please do not mail or email any documents in.
Certified Teachers - $115/day (as of 1/1/24) - Please provide a copy of certification along with application.
Non-certified Teachers - $105/day (as of 1/1/24)
Teacher Assistants - $15/hour (as of 1/1/24) - Please provide a copy of certification along with application.
Registered Nurses - $150/day - Please provide a copy of license along with application.
Substitute Teaching & Teaching Assistants: The district continually recruits for qualified substitute teachers and teaching assistants for elementary and secondary education. Please click on the link below to print out and application and mail original copies to the District Office.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Substitute Registered Nurses: The district continually recruits for qualified substitute registered nurses for elementary and secondary education. Please click on the link below to print out and application and mail original copies to the District Office.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Tutors: The district continually recruits for qualified tutors for elementary and secondary education. Applicant must have NYS certification and provide proof of certificate to be considered. Please click on the link below to print out an application and mail original copies to the District Office.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Substitute Aides, Clerical and Monitors:
Current Vacancies: As Needed
The district continually recruits for qualified substitute aides, clerical & monitors for elementary and secondary education. Please click on the link below to print out an application and mail original copies to the District Office.
Substitute Rates:
Aides, Clerical and Monitors - $15/hr as of 1/1/24
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Substitute Cafeteria Workers:
EARN WHILE YOUR CHILDREN LEARN
Applications are being accepted for part-time food service workers. Applications are available online by clicking here. Download, print, and mail or bring to the District Office, 15 Croft Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603. If you have any questions, please call (845) 463-7800.
The district continually recruits for qualified substitute cafeteria workers. Previous experience in food service preferred but not required. Flexibility in hours. Please click on the link below to print out an application and mail original copies to the District Office. The hourly rate is $15.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
Substitute Bus Drivers:
Current Vacancies: As Needed
The district continually recruits for qualified substitute school bus drivers. Qualifications must include CDL w/BPS endorsement and 30 hour basic course certificate. Previous school bus driving experience preferred. Responsible for driving children to and from schools, on an as needed basis. Please click on the link below to print out an application and mail original copies to the District Office. Pay rate is $29.10 per hour. Driving small bus only.
Application Form and Clearance for Employment Request Form [OSPRA 102]
For More Information or to apply:
Office of Human Resources, Mrs. Deirdre A. Caamano
Spackenkill Union Free School District
15 Croft Road
Poughkeepsie, New York 12603
Telephone: 845.463.7800
Fax: 845.463.7804
Email: [email protected]