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Cooperstown Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Individuals wishing to apply as a substitute for any of the positions listed are encouraged to complete a District Employment Application and get fingerprinted through New York State. Information on the fingerprinting process can be found below. Once your fingerprint application has been cleared, please submit cover letter, resume and  Application for Employment to:

Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools
Cooperstown Central School
39 Linden Avenue
Cooperstown, NY 13326

District employment applications are available in any of the District Offices, and job descriptions are located in the Superintendent's Office.

Fingerprinting Process and Locations

EMPLOYMENT

CURRENT OPENINGS

NON-TEACHING POSITIONS

Cooperstown Central School District has immediate openings for several full-time positions; offering competitive pay with health, vision and dental benefits. Interested candidates apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org/southern. EOE Please direct questions related to these positions to Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools at (607) 547-5364.

School Psychologist
This position is full-time, ten (10) month employment with a competitive salary and benefits package adhering to the Miscellaneous Support Staff Employment Agreement. Salary commensurate with experience. Additional summer hours may be available. Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist

The Cooperstown Central School District seeks a dynamic and innovative candidate for Speech Language Pathologist. Qualified candidates will possess appropriate NYS school certification in Speech/Language required (candidates who just completed a certification program will be considered). Preferred candidates will have their NYS License of Clinical Competency and experience working with Special Education students.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org or submit a letter of application, resume, district application for employment, copies of certification(s), and three letters of recommendation and references to: Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools, 39 Linden Avenue Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Teacher’s Aide
Applicant must have graduated from high school or possess a high school equivalency diploma.

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Successful candidates are required by NYS Law to hold a valid CDL Certificate License.  Click here for NYS REQUIREMENTS.  CCS drivers are to be available during the hours of 6:30-9:30 AM and 1:00-4:00 PM Monday through Friday when school is in session. Bus runs after 3:00 PM also available for sporting events.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org or submit a letter of application, resume, district application for employment, and three letters of recommendation and references to: Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools at 39 Linden Avenue Cooperstown, NY 13326. Deadline listed on OLAS website.

TEACHING POSITIONS

Spanish Teacher

The Cooperstown Central School District seeks a dynamic and innovative candidate for Spanish teacher. Cooperstown is a dynamic neighborhood school that spans grades K-12 with an approximate enrollment of 800 students in our two buildings. Qualified candidates will possess appropriate NYS certification Spanish 7-12. Middle School certification (Grades 5-8) or second foreign language certification preferred.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org or submit a letter of application, resume, district application for employment, copies of certification(s), and three letters of recommendation and references to: Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools, 39 Linden Avenue Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Special Education Teacher

The Cooperstown Central School District seeks a dynamic and innovative candidate for Special Education Teacher in the elementary school. The successful candidate will have an expansive knowledge of special education pedagogy, and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with students and faculty whilst maintaining a welcoming and engaging learning space to direct, enhance, and support the learning process. Knowledge of curricular areas is essential in order to serve the interdisciplinary needs of the learning community.

Qualified candidates will possess appropriate NYS certification; Special Education Grades 1-6. 

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org or submit a letter of application, resume, district application for employment, copies of certification(s), and three letters of recommendation and references to: Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools, 39 Linden Avenue Cooperstown, NY 13326.

COACHING POSITIONS

Boys and Girls Varsity Bowling

The Cooperstown Central School District is seeking qualified Coaches for the 2022-2023 Sports Seasons. Successful candidates must possess appropriate certification/licensing as a Coach in the sport they are applying for and meet the requirements set by the Commissioner of Education of the NYS Education Department. Sports Stipends are per the current Faculty Association Agreement. http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/coaching.html

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION

Assistant Principal K-12

Successful candidates will possess NYS School Building Leader or School Administrator/Supervisor certification. Training as Evaluator of Teachers and previous administrative experience preferred.

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply on-line at www.olasjobs.org or submit a letter of application, resume, district application for employment, copies of certification(s), and three letters of recommendation and references by June 26, 2023 to: Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools, 39 Linden Avenue Cooperstown, NY 13326.

SUBSTITUTE STAFF

CCSD is actively recruiting hard-working, dependable individuals to be a part of our Substitute staff. Looking for applicants that are flexible with their hours and understand the potential for short-notice contact. All substitute positions are on an as-needed basis. Effective December 31, 2022, the pay rates are equal to the NYS minimum wage as set forth in the Minimum Wage Act (Article 19 of the New York State Labor Law) of $14.20 per hour for the following positions:

  • Bus Monitor

  • Custodian

  • Cook

  • Food Service Worker

  • Secretary (Office Support)

  • School Monitor

  • Teacher Aide

  • Licensed Teaching Assistant

Other Substitute Positions:

  • Bus Drivers – $28 per hour

  • School Nurse – $125 per day; must have an NYS Registered Nurse License

  • Teacher – $115 per day (certified)

  • Teacher – $100 per day (non-certified)

  • Teacher (Daily Long-term) – $135 per day (certified)

  • Teacher (Daily Long-term) – $105 per day (non-certified)

Interested substitute candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and district application to:
Sarah Spross, Superintendent of Schools
Cooperstown Central School District
39 Linden Avenue
Cooperstown, NY 13326