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Special Education Teacher (Anticipated)

Qualifications: The Otselic Valley Central School District is seeking a high quality Elementary Special Education Teacher. The prospective candidate must possess a strong ability to:

  • Develop and actualize modifications and accommodations for students with disabilities in a general education classroom based on student readiness level;

  • Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and methods, including differentiation to meet diverse student needs and;

  • Foster ongoing collaboration with the Instructional Support Services team to ensure the provision of appropriate services to students.

Certifications Required: NYS Students With Disabilities 1-6 required; Multiple certifications preferred

To apply: Send Cover Letter, Resume, Letters of Recommendation and Unofficial Transcripts to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315/653-7218

Applications also accepted on OLAS.

Salary: Based on experience and the Otselic Valley Teachers Association Contract

Deadline: July 18, 2025
Anticipated Start date: September 1, 2025

Substitute Teacher
2025-2026 school year
Qualifications: Ability to work well with students, neat personal appearance, good physical condition, experience working with students with disabilities, minimum high school diploma (certified teacher preferred).
Priority given to those who: (1) Hold a valid teaching certificate, or (2) Hold a 4-year college degree, or (3) Hold a 2-year college degree, or (4) High School diploma.

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: July 1, 2025
Starting date: September 1, 2025 


Non-Instructional

Guidance Counselor 

 Job Description: 

  • New York State Certification as a Guidance Counselor

  • Responsible for all aspects of school counseling for all grades Pre-K to

    grade 12

  • Experience in class scheduling preferred.

  • Knowledge of School Tool student management system

  • Familiarity with College and Career preparation for all students

  • Knowledge of Social Emotional Learning, emotional regulation, and

    de-escalation techniques

  • Experience of collaboration and communication with all stakeholders

To apply: Send Cover Letter, Resume, Letters of Recommendation and Unofficial Transcripts to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315/653-7218

Applications also accepted on OLAS.

Deadline to apply: July 18, 2025
Starting date: September 1, 2025 

School Bus Driver 

 Job Description: 

  • Valid license to drive a school bus; must meet all of the regulations of the Department of Motor Vehicle Regulations under 19A

  • Provide safe and efficient transportation for our students

Salary: Per the OVEA Contract

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: Until the position is filled
Starting date: September 1, 2025 

Custodial Worker (12 months) 

 Job Description: 

Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment; ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; heavy lifting may be required, ability to perform a variety of minor maintenance tasks; ability to get along with others; thoroughness, dependability; good physical condition.

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: Ongoing applications accepted
Starting date: August 1, 2025 

Part-Time Food Service Helper

 Job Description: 

  • Ability to work well with others

  • Neat personal appearance

  • Good physical condition

  • High school diploma or GED

    equivalency

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: Applications accepted until position is filled.
Starting date: September 2, 2025

Part-Time Bus Aide (10 Months – Hours will vary depending on need)

 Job Description: 

  • Ability to work well with students

  • Neat personal appearance

  • Good physical condition

  • High school diploma or GED

    equivalency

  • Experience working with a student with

    disabilities

  • Expected to become bus certified

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: Applications accepted until position is filled.
Starting date: September 2, 2025 

Athletic Positions: Winter Coaching Staff
2025-2026 school year

(Each season will have its own vacancy notice and appointments made in the months prior to the start of the season.)

  • Basketball

    • Boys Varsity

    • Girls Varsity

    • Boys Modified

    • Girls Modified

  • Indoor Scoreboard Operator

  • Shot Clock Operator

  • Varsity Bookkeeper for Home Games

Qualifications: Appropriate coaching certification required or taking appropriate courses

Salary: Per the Otselic Valley Teachers’ Association Contract

Interested candidates apply to:

Mr. Brian Collier
Superintendent of Schools
Otselic Valley Central School
P.O. Box 161
South Otselic, NY 13155
315-653-7218.

Deadline to apply: July 31, 2025

 Substitute Vacancies

Substitute School Bus Driver
2025-2026 school year
Rate: $16/hour
Qualifications: School Bus Driver License (CDL; the District will provide training to interested persons); ability to work well with students; neat personal appearance; good physical condition
Apply to: Mr. Brian Collier, Superintendent, Otselic Valley Central School, P.O. Box 161, South Otselic, NY 13155; 315-653-7218.Applications are available in the district office or on our website (click "Non-Instructional Application" found on the upper right portion of this page).
Deadline: As soon as possible
Start date: As soon as possible

Substitute School Nurse
2025-2026 school year 
Start Date: As needed 
Qualifications: Registered Nurse 
Duties:Provide supervision of sick or injured pupils until they are placed under the care of their  parents or legal guardians. Secure medical care for students in emergency cases if parents/guardians or emergency contacts cannot be reached. Administers internal  medicine under written doctor's orders  and written parental permission during the school day. Records pupil visits to the Health Office, including but not limited to filing accident/incident reports as required.  Carries out other duties as assigned. 
Rate: $170.00 per day 
To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts, and necessary certification documents to  Mr. Brian Collier, Superintendent, Otselic Valley Central School, P.O. Box 161South Otselic, New York 13155315-653-7218. 
Deadline To Apply Applications continuously accepted    

Substitute Custodial Worker
2025-2026 school year
Qualifications: Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies, and equipment; ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to perform a variety of minor maintenance tasks; ability to get along with others; thoroughness; dependable; good physical condition.
Rate:  Minimum wage. Applications are available in the district office or on this website (click "Non-Instructional Application" found on the upper right portion of this page).

Substitute Food Service Staff
2025-2026 school year
Rate: Minimum wage. Applications are available in the district office or on our website (click "Non-Instructional Application" found on the upper right portion of this page). 

Substitute Clerical Staff
2025-2026 school year
Rate:  Minimum wage. Applications are available in the district office or on our website (click "Non-Instructional Application" found on the upper right portion of this page). 

Substitute School Aides
2025-2026 school year
Qualifications: Ability to work well with students, neat personal appearance, good physical condition, high school diploma or G E D equivalency, ability to do word processing, experience working with students with disabilities, eligible for bus aide training
Stipend: Per the Otselic Valley Employees' Association Contract
Apply to:  Mr. Brian Collier, Superintendent, Otselic Valley Central School, P.O. Box 161, South Otselic, New York 13155; 315-653-7218
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Applications are available in the district office or on this website (click "Non-Instructional Application" found on the upper right portion of this page).
Start date: As soon as possible

Employment Applications

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The Otselic Valley Central School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The School District provides equal employment opportunities (E E O) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.