Employment

If you need assistance in the application or interview process, please notify our Human Resources Office at 518-392-1501.

Teaching & Professional Vacancies:

FULL-TIME BUILDING SUBSTITUTE with individual health plan coverage in the Middle School starting immediately. NYS Teaching Certification required. This position is evaluated on an annual basis and is subject to re-appointment based on annual funding. Apply on OLAS. Attach letter, resume, two reference letters, and copy of certification to OLAS application. Deadline to Apply:  January 1, 2025.

FULL-TIME BUILDING SUBSTITUTE with individual health plan coverage in the High School starting immediately. NYS Teaching Certification required. This position is evaluated on an annual basis and is subject to re-appointment based on annual funding. Apply on OLAS. Attach letter, resume, two reference letters, and copy of certification to OLAS application. Deadline to Apply:  January 1, 2025.

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND CSE DIRECTOR - Full-time position starting July 1, 2025. Qualifications:  Certification in school district leadership and at least 5 years of teaching (preferably in special education or related services). Prior school leadership experience preferred. Reports to the superintendent. Apply on OLAS. Deadline to apply is February 1.

Job Responsibilities:

  1. Provides leadership, coordination, and supervision of district-wide special education programs.

  2. Develops and implements comprehensive district-wide special education plans and policies.

  3. Oversees the development and implementation of innovative programs and practices to meet the diverse needs of special education students.

  4. Conducts APPR evaluations of special education teachers and related service providers.

  5. Chairs CSE and CPSE meetings.

  6. Plans and facilitates special education department meetings.

  7. Oversees the district mental health provider team.

  8. Provides professional development to special education staff.

  9. Manages the district’s special education budget and resources effectively.

  10. Oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of IEPs.

  11. Coordinates with related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for students.

  12.  Collaborates with district leadership to ensure alignment of special education goals with overall district goals.

  13. Oversees the district’s social/emotional programming and curriculum.

  14. Collaborates with the transportation department to ensure safe and appropriate transportation for special needs students.

  15.  Recruits, hires, and supervises special education staff.

  16. Ensures compliance with all federal and NYSED laws and regulations.

  17. Supervises school nursing staff.

  18. Supervises Administrative Assistants assigned to CSE and Medicaid.

  19. Builds strong relationships with parents and families of special education students.

  20. Communicates effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and program options.

  21. Hires staff and supervises Extended School Year Program.

  22. Writes the district’s federal 611 and 619 grants.

  23. Completes NYS VR and PD reports.

  24. Oversees special education STAC to ensure appropriate financial reimbursement.

  25. Functions as district’s 504 Compliance Officer.

  26. Functions as district’s Medicaid Compliance Officer.

  27. Represents the district in legal proceedings, as needed.

LONG-TERM SUBTITUTE MATH TEACHER – 1.0 FTE High School long term substitute position starting on or about February 14, 2024 through June 27, 2024. NYS 7-12 Certification in Math required.  If interested, apply on OLAS. Upload letter, resume, graduate transcripts, 2 reference letters & copy of certification. Deadline to apply: December 20, 2024. 

TEACHING ASSISTANT – Full-time, tenure-track, High School teaching assistant position, starting immediately. NYS teaching assistant certification required. If interested, apply on OLAS Attach letter, resume, copy of certification and at least 2 reference letters to your OLAS application. Deadline to apply December 20, 2024.

SUBSTITUTE NURSES – Nurses needed in each of the Chatham Central School buildings on per-diem substitute basis. $30 per hour (7 hrs/day). NYS Registered Nurse license required. Orientation training provided. Call 518-392-1501 for application.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS – We are currently accepting applications for all substitute teaching positions. If you are interested in per-diem substitute teaching please complete a Substitute Teacher Application Form and submit it to the Superintendent’s Office, Chatham Central School District, 50 Woodbridge Avenue, Chatham, NY 12037.

Non-Teaching Vacancies

TEACHER AIDE  – Part-time (4.5 hour), Elementary School, starting immediately. If interested, apply on OLAS. Attach letter, resume, and at least 2 reference letters to your OLAS application. Deadline to December 20, 2024.

CLEANER - F/T, permanent position - evening shift, plus some weekend days starting immediately. Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefit package available. Download Non-Teaching Employment Application or call (518) 392-1534 for an application. Applications along with a letter of interest/resume should be submitted by December 20, 2024 to: Andrew Davey, Director of Facilities, Chatham Central Schools, 50 Woodbridge Ave., Chatham, NY 12037.

BUILDING MAINTANCE WORKER – Full-time position with benefits. Experience in building maintenance or building trades a must. Download Non-Teaching Employment Application or call (518) 392-1534 for an application. Applications along with a letter of interest/resume should be submitted by December 20, 2024 to: Andrew Davey, Director of Facilities, Chatham Central Schools, 50 Woodbridge Ave., Chatham, NY 12037

SUBSTITUTE CLEANERS Evenings, per diem as needed. Evening shift. Download Non-Teaching Employment Application or call (518) 392-1534 for an application. Applications along with a letter of interest/resume should be submitted to: Andrew Davey, Director of Facilities, Chatham Central Schools, 50 Woodbridge Ave., Chatham, NY 12037.

SCHOOL BUS ATTENDANTS – Starting pay $22.36/hr. Must complete NYS Education Dept. fingerprint clearance & background check process. If interested, call Chatham School District’s Transportation Office at 518-392-1520.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS – Do you want a rewarding career? We’ll pay to train you to become a school bus driver, starting as a substitute. Permanent drivers at 4 hours per day are eligible for health and other benefits. Must have a clean driving record. $23.36/hour. Call Chatham School District’s Transportation Office at 518-392-1520 for information and an application.

SUBSTITUTES – We are currently accepting applications for all substitute positions. If you are interested in being a per-diem substitute for any non-teaching position, please complete a Non-Teaching Employment Application and submit it to the Superintendent’s Office, Chatham Central School District, 50 Woodbridge Avenue, Chatham, NY 12037.

COACHES - Being a coach is both an important and rewarding position. There are several NYS and District requirements placed on prospective coaches that must be met prior to your being appointed. In order to help our prospective coaches navigate this process, we provide information on our Coaching Requirements resource page…

Chatham CSD uses www.olasjobs.org for most application processes.