Biology and Earth Science Teacher

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate NYS Certified Biology or Earth Science Teacher for an itinerant role. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in collaborative environments, serving students in two rural districts. The role emphasizes flexibility and strong organizational skills while developing engaging curricula and adapting instructional methods to meet diverse student needs. With a commitment to quality education and a supportive team culture, this position is ideal for educators eager to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

403B

Flex Spending

Employee Assistance Program

NYS Retirement System Pension

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for NYS Certification in Biology or Earth Science.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned curriculum.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Travel between districts to fulfill teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

New York State Certification in Biology

New York State Certification in Earth Science

Job description

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is seeking a passionate and dedicated New York State (NYS) Certified Biology or Earth Science Teacher to join our team in an itinerant role, serving students in the Union Springs and Southern Cayuga school districts. Both districts are located in small rural communities, and share a commitment to providing quality education to students. Both districts offer diverse programs to cater to student needs, and have traditionally demonstrated strong academic performance. This is a full-time position, split between the two districts, and requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a passion for teaching Science. Dual certification in Biology and Earth Science is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned curriculum for students in both districts.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Travel between districts as required to fulfill teaching responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate effectively with parents and guardians.
• Stay current with best practices in science education and integrate new strategies into lesson plans.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must hold, or be eligible for New York State Certification in Biology or Earth Science. Dual certification is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across two school communities.
• Reliable transportation to travel between districts.
  
  

Benefits of Working with us:

• Competitive Salary, starting at $54,308- Commensurate with Experience.
• Full benefits, including health insurance.
• Paid sick, personal, and family illness.
• Possibility of Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• 403B.
• Flex Spending.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• NYS Retirement System Pension.
  
  

In this position, you'll be a part of a great team that believes in our BOCES purpose of UNLEASHING POTENTIAL IN OUR COMMUNITY. We are COLLABORATIVE LEARNERS, ADVENTUROUS IN OUR WORK, SOLUTION-DRIVEN, and JOYFUL IN OUR WORK!

Does this sound like something you'd like to be a part of? To apply, please submit your resume today.