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Employment Opportunities at BKW

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].

• 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.

• Data Driven Instruction
• SLOs
• APPR requirements
• PBIS
• Co-teaching model
• Differentiation
• NWEA testing platform
• Rubicon Atlas
• E-School

• 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.

• Data Driven Instruction
• SLOs
• APPR requirements
• PBIS experience
• Co-teaching model
• Differentiation
• NWEA testing platform
• Rubicon Atlas
• E-School

• 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