How to apply for a position at BKW:
BKW can receive applications for teachers, administrators and substitute teachers in two ways. First, through the Capital Region On-Line Application System (OLAS). Second, through paper applications that will remain on file in our offices for three years. You may apply either way.
Current Openings:
Elementary School Principal | Elementary School Teacher | Special Education Teacher (High School)
Elementary School Principal
Applications and resumes accepted until May 16, 2013
Berne-Knox-Westerlo is seeking an individual with proven leadership experience at the elementary level for a probationary position of Elementary School Principal.
For a detailed job description, [click here].
Minimum Qualifications:
• Experience in integrating technology into
instruction
• Experience with PBIS
• Thorough knowledge of Co-Teaching model
• Must have completed required training for Lead Evaluator under new
APPR system
• Experience in implementation of the APPR requirements including SLOs
and associated testing models
• Individual must be a strong leader with experience in supporting
Faculty during a time of increased rigor associated with the new
Common Core Curriculum and APPR requirements
• Working knowledge of the Common Core instructional shifts and
associated learning standards
• Experience in budget development
• Will maintain high standards for student achievement and student
conduct with thorough knowledge of child development
• Must possess thorough knowledge of the RTI process
• Experience leading Data Driven Instruction
• Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well with Faculty, Staff and members of
the public
Interested Candidates should send us:
• The BKW job application
[click here to download]
• Your resume
• A cover letter
• Your transcripts
please mail your application materials to the
address below or e-mail to Noreen Shunney at:
nshunney@bkwcsd.k12.ny.us
Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Attn: Noreen Shunney
1738 Helderberg Trail
Berne, NY 12023
Elementary School Teacher
Applications and resumes accepted until May 23, 2013
Berne-Knox-Westerlo is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, dedicated educator to fill a 1.0 Elementary School Teaching position.
For a detailed job description, [click here].
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of teaching experience and valid New York State K-6 or 1-6 teaching certification.
Experience With:
• Data Driven Instruction
• SLOs
• APPR requirements
• PBIS
• Co-teaching model
• Differentiation
• NWEA testing platform
• Rubicon Atlas
• E-School
Skills Needed:
• Strong instructional and classroom management
skills
• Team player
• Willingness to respond positively to feedback
• Strong belief in the Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD mission
Interested Candidates should send us:
• The BKW job application
[click here to download]
• Your resume
• A cover letter
• Your transcripts
please mail your application materials to the
address below or e-mail to Noreen Shunney at:
nshunney@bkwcsd.k12.ny.us
Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Attn: Noreen Shunney
1738 Helderberg Trail
Berne, NY 12023
High School Special Education Teacher
Applications and resumes accepted until May 23, 2013
Berne-Knox-Westerlo is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, dedicated educator to fill a 1.0 Probationary High School Special Education Teaching position.
For a detailed job description, [click here].
Minimum Qualifications:
Appropriate current NYS Certification required. Dual certification and experience working in a self-contained classroom preferred.
Experience With:
• Data Driven Instruction
• SLOs
• APPR requirements
• PBIS experience
• Co-teaching model
• Differentiation
• NWEA testing platform
• Rubicon Atlas
• E-School
Skills Needed:
• Strong working knowledge of modifying and
adapting curriculum
• IEP development and goal writing
• Utilizing behavioral intervention plans
• Integrating technology into instruction
Interested Candidates should send us:
• The BKW job application
[click here to download]
• Your resume
• A cover letter
• Your transcripts
please mail your application materials to the
address below or e-mail to Noreen Shunney at:
nshunney@bkwcsd.k12.ny.us
Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Attn: Noreen Shunney
1738 Helderberg Trail
Berne, NY 12023
General Applicants:
Applying for a teaching/administrative job opening:
Teachers and administrators: You may submit your application, resume and cover letter on the OLAS Web site as a general applicant or for a specific job posting. Please be sure to include professional aspirations and philosophy of education plus special experience, training and interests.
Download a teaching/administrative application [PDF]
Applying for a staff position:
If you'd like to apply for a bus
driver, bus aide, cafeteria and/or custodial worker position, please mail an
application and resume to the address below or e-mail to Noreen Shunney
at:
nshunney@bkwcsd.k12.ny.us
Download an application [PDF]
Are you interested in being a substitute?
If you'd like to apply to be a substitute for
these positions: teacher, teacher aide, bus aide, nurse, cafeteria and/or
custodial worker, please mail your application and resume to the
address below or e-mail to Noreen Shunney at:
nshunney@bkwcsd.k12.ny.us
Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD
Attn: Noreen Shunney
1738 Helderberg Trail
Berne, NY 12023