WHY WORK AT BOCES?
GREAT BENEFITS! GREAT PEOPLE!

We hire for both part-time and full-time positions. Faculty and staff support 18 component districts throughout five countiesspecial education classrooms in Jefferson and Lewis Counties, and two technical centers in Watertown and Glenfield

Click here to learn more about Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES

We offer full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits vary by collective bargaining unit.

Benefits may include:

  • Health Insurance (with vision provision)

  • Prescription Drug Coverage

  • Retirement Programs

  • Tax Deferred Annuities

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday policies

  • Employee Assistance Program

APPLYING

Jefferson-Lewis BOCES accepts online applications only. To apply, you will need to visit www.boces.recruitfront.com to create a job application. Registration is required. To do so, follow these simple steps

  1. Create your registration account with the RecruitFront program-Registration. You will need to register as a new user if this is your first time logging in.

  2. Complete your Recruitfront Application

  3. Apply for specific positions of interest for any current or future vacancies within BOCES. You will receive a confirmation email from RecruitFront that your job application has been received.

* Please note that after you complete your application, YOU MUST APPLY for any positions you are interested in. Your RecruitFront Application alone is NOT an application for employment with Jefferson-Lewis BOCES.

Please refer to your Applicant Dashboard to update any of your application information and to apply for any current or future vacancies.

Fingerprinting required for all positions. Click here for more information

HAVE A QUESTION?

Please contact Pam Hebert, Director of Human Resources, at hr@boces.com or 315-779-7031

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Cleaner-Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown, NY

The successful candidate will conduct routine and repetitive physical work involving the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and related tasks.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

On Site Energy Manager-BOCES Administrative Building in Watertown, NY

The successful candidate will pursue and promote a program to reduce districts energy consumption and costs, perform onsite inspections of buildings’ energy systems, perform energy calculations and assist districts with the implementation of various energy savings strategies. Click here for the complete job description.

Must meet specified education and job experience requirements.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

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Special Education Teachers (8 Positions)-Boak Education Center, Indian River Middle School, Indian River Intermediate School, Watertown ACES

The successful candidate(s) will provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities. Candidates must possess valid NYS Teacher Certification.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Special Education Teachers (5 Positions)-Component School Districts in Jefferson County

The successful candidate(s) will provide specialized instruction to students with disabilities. Candidates must possess valid NYS Teacher Certification.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

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Registered Professional Nurse (School)-Initial Assignment at Calcium Primary

The successful candidate will be responsible for giving care to students and for performing related nursing services such as pupil health screening and notification of defects and communicable disease control requiring judgment and skills.

Must possess a New York State Registered Professional Nurse’s license.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

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Licensed Practical Nurse-Initial Assignment at Calcium Primary

The successful candidate will provide nursing services under the supervision of a registered nurse during the school day.  Responsibilities include record keeping, dispensing medications, and other prescribed procedures. 

Must possess valid New York State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.). Three years’ experience in pediatrics preferred.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

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Science Teacher- Boak Education Center in Lowville, NY

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide science instruction in an alternative education environment.

Must posses NYS Certification in Biology 7-12, Physics 7-12, Chemistry 7-12, OR Earth Science 7-12.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Social Studies Teacher-Boak Education Center in Lowville, NY

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide social studies instruction in an alternative education environment.

Must possess valid NYS Teacher Certification in Social Studies Grades 7-12.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

English Teacher-Watertown ACES in Watertown, NY

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide English Language Arts instruction in an alternative education environment.

Must posses valid NYS Teacher Certification in English 7-12.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Physical Education Teacher (Two Positions)-Watertown ACES and Boak Education Center in Watertown, NY

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide specialized instruction and support to students with disabilities.

Must possess NYS Certification – Physical Education; candidates holding NYS Certification in Health Education, also, are preferred

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Long Term Substitute Pre-Technical Academy Teacher Social Studies or English-Sackett Technical Center in Glenfield, NY

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a teacher assistant and a team of educators to provide career exploration through a project-based integrated approach.

Certification in English Language Arts Grades 7-12 or Social Studies Grades 7-12 preferred but not required. Experience / Training in project-based learning a plus.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Teacher Support Person-Teacher Aide (Multiple Openings in Programs for Exceptional Students Department)

The successful candidate will assist teacher with classroom duties, supervise students, and other duties as directed by classroom teacher.

Must possess high school diploma or GED/TASC.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here to apply for Jefferson County School Districts

Click here to apply for Lewis County School Districts

School Psychologist-BOCES with Possible Assignment Between Two Component School Districts

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a team of educators to provide services to students. Duties include psychological evaluations, IEP development, group and individual counseling, and consultation with parents and faculty.

Must possess knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments and valid NYS Teacher Certification as School Psychologist.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Occupational Therapist-Component Districts in Jefferson County

The successful candidate will provide occupational therapy services to students with disabilities as well as those identified as benefiting from service.

Must be NYS Licensed Occupational Therapist.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

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Teacher of Speech and Language Disabilities or Speech Pathologist- BOCES with Initial Assignment at Indian River Central School District

The successful candidate will provide speech therapy services to students with disabilities as specified in Individual Education Plans and speech improvement services to non-disabled students.

Must possess New York State Certification/License in Speech and Hearing Handicapped or Speech and Language Disabilities.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Teacher of Deaf and Hearing Impaired-BOCES With Itinerant Assignment Serving School Districts in Jefferson & Lewis Counties

The successful candidate will provide specialized instruction to K-12 students who have a hearing disability. Services include direct instruction, consultation, and co-teaching as appropriate. Preferred candidates will possess solid interpreting skills.

Must posses NYS Certification Teacher of Deaf & Hearing Impaired or Teacher of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing.

BOCES offers on-site certification services for those seeking NYS State Teacher Certification. Visit them online or call (315) 779-7020 for more information.

Please apply by December 31, 2024.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Substitute Teacher

The successful candidate will provide instruction to students with emotional and learning disabilities. Must possess a Bachelor's Degree or experience in industry.

Click here for more information and to apply. 

Substitute Teacher Aide/Teacher Assistant

The successful candidate will assist with daily living and management skills for students with special needs.  High School Diploma required.  

Click here for more information and to apply.

Substitute Cleaner-Bohlen Technical Center, Sackett Technical Center and Boak Education Center

This is routine and repetitive physical work involving the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and related tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure.  

Click here for more information and to apply.

APPLYING

Jefferson-Lewis BOCES accepts online applications only. To apply, you will need to visit www.boces.recruitfront.com to create a job application.  Registration is required.  To do so, follow these simple steps

  1.  Create your registration account with the RecruitFront program-RegistrationYou will need to register as a new user if this is your first time logging in.  

  2.  Complete your Recruitfront Application 

  3.  Apply for specific positions of interest for any current or future vacancies within BOCES.  You will receive a confirmation email from RecruitFront that your job application has been received.

* Please note that after you complete your application, YOU MUST APPLY for any positions you are interested in. Your RecruitFront Application alone is NOT an application for employment with Jefferson-Lewis BOCES.

Please refer to your Applicant Dashboard to update any of your application information and to apply for any current or future vacancies.

Fingerprinting required for all positions. Click here for more information

HAVE A QUESTION?

Please contact Pam Hebert, Director of Human Resources, at hr@boces.com or 315-779-7031

The Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle complaints/inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies: George Shaffer III, Esq., Director, Employer-Employee Relations, at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, 20104 State Route 3, Watertown, NY 13601, or via email or phone at gshaffer@boces.com or (315) 779-7000. For further information on this notice of non-discrimination, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/nondisc.pdf for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481. Please note that those wishing to file a complaint may also do so through the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/qa-complaints.html.