Silver Creek Central School District is now participating in the online WNY School Application System supported by the Western New York Regional Information Center (WNYRIC). The WNY School Application System is a consortium of schools that offer an online process to those seeking employment in administrative, teaching, and support staff positions within area school districts.

Interested applicants should apply to Silver Creek Central School District through the WNYRIC Applicant Tracking System or by paper application as indicated on the individual vacancy notice:

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For additional questions or assistance with the system, contact the WNYRIC at: WNYSAS@e1b.org
Phone: 1-800-872-0780, Option #2 

SCCS Instructional Employment Application

SCCS Non-Instructional Employment Application

Chautauqua County Application for Employment and Examination

SCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Title:                   High School Principal (9-12)
Reports to:        Superintendent of Schools

Minimum Credentials:

•    NYS Certification (SAS, SDA, SBL, or SDL) required

•    5 years teaching experience

•    Successful experience as a school administrator and/or extensive experience as an educational leader preferred.

The ideal candidate will:

·         Be a leader who will put students first in decision-making.

·         Be an instructional leader who understands curriculum and instructional best practices.

·         Understand trauma informed educational environments to facilitate student programming, supporting social/emotional/mental health needs for students and staff.

·          Understand and effectively promote a positive Social/Emotional Learning environment (SEL) including the social science of Restorative Practices.

·         Be dedicated to culturally responsive behavior.

·         Ensure an orderly, motivational and aspirational culture and a strong school community where teaching, learning and healthy relationships can thrive.

·         Possess knowledge of the Common Core Learning Standards, New York State Graduation Pathways, data-driven instruction, curriculum mapping, and assessment design.

·         Be a leader with a passion for improving educational opportunities for all students.

·         Possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

·         Contribute to a “team” mentality and commit to personal/professional growth.

·         Provide strategic leadership for school improvement and development, ensuring high standards of achievement for all students.

·         Possess an effective leadership style that fosters teamwork with both administration, faculty, staff, parents, students, and community.

·         Understand change processes and their impact upon school culture and engage stakeholders in the decision-making process.

·         Possess a vision for incorporating 21st Century Skills into student learning at the High School level to best prepare students that upon graduating are college and career ready.

Salary and Benefits: Starting at $90,000- commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should apply at:  WNYRIC- HS Principal

All Applications are due by:            Monday, May 13, 2024

Job Description

Suervises: High Schol Dean, Athletic Director, students and all staff of the Silver Creek High School

The High School Principal serves as the educational leader, responsible for managing the policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure that all students are educated and supervised in a safe learning environment that meets the approved curricula and mission of the high school, creating a positive environment for all students, employees and visitors.

Achieving academic excellence requires that the school Principal work collaboratively to direct, develop, and support all members of the school staff hired by the Board of Education and to communicate effectively with families, colleagues, students, and community members. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, code of conduct administration, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, collaboration with the Athletic Director, personnel management and evaluation, emergency procedures, and facility operations.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The High School Principal will:

1.       Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for good citizenship of the high school, creating a positive environment for all students, employees and visitors.

2.       Hold relentless commitment to the District goals and create yearly school-wide plans that attend such goals.

3.       Effectively collaborate and communicate with District level Cabinet and Council leadership teams, contributing a creative research-based educational perspective toward growth-minded leadership. 

4.       Manage, evaluate, and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school.  Practices and procedures will be consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the District, including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, and discipline systems to ensure a culture of safety.

5.       Manage, evaluate, and supervise building budget, maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures. Ensure compliance with all State and education laws, Board policies and civil regulation.

6.       Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the school's philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals. Ensure master schedule is available to all employees.

7.       Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes as per the requirements of the Silver Creek Teachers’ Association negotiated contract while encouraging the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.

8.       Establish procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, in  collaboration with the Director of Curriculum, approving all recommendations for District review and Board of Education approval.

9.       Supervise in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school. File all required reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance, and discipline matters.

10.    Lead by example.  Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, families, and school personnel. Serve as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession.

11.    Keep the Superintendent advised of employee and student matters, as well as building needs.

12.    Communicate effectively with all staff and shared decision-making teams seek ideas for the improvement of the school. Conduct and participate in meetings, as necessary, for the proper functioning of the school.

13.    Collaborate regularly with Director of Special Education to ensure all IEP/504s are implemented.

14.    Establish schedules and procedures for the supervision of students in non-classroom areas (including before and after school).

15.    Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as requested by the Superintendent. Maintain accurate attendance records.

16.    Organize and supervise procedures for identifying and addressing the needs of students.

17.    Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with staff and parents.

18.    Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or in conflict with contract.

School Psychologist/CSE Chair - Full Time Probationary Position

ELIGIBILITY: NYS Certification as a School Psychologist required.

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

DESCRIPTION: Eligible candidates must assess the learning, development, and adjustment needs of students and assist in developing appropriate interventions based upon identified needs. Complete comprehensive reports (written and verbal) as appropriate. Provide student interventions and consultation to parents and staff to enhance students' adjustment and academic progress. Work as a part of a cohesive team of individuals whose goal is to educate and guide our students in the least restrictive environment.

DUTIES:

1. Conduct necessary evaluations and comprehensive reports, either written or verbal to assist the special education team in determining the appropriate program to meet the student's individual needs through maintaining accurate records and preparing and submitting reports in a timely manner.

2. Attend Committee on Special Education meetings as needed and act as Chairperson to CSE/CPSE and Section 504 Committee annual reviews, and serve as an alternate CSE/CPSE and Section 504 Chairperson.

3. Assist in conducting FBAs, developing BIPs, and assisting in the implementation as necessary.

4. Work closely with the Director of Special Education and special education staff to help to support student academic and social success.

5. Work to establish positive relationships with our families to support our students' success.

6. Serve as a contributing member of the MTSS processes.

7. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, character education, counseling, consultation, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. NYS School Psychologist certification required.

2. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, district representatives, parents and community agencies.

3. Knowledge and understanding the continuum of special education services and the response to intervention tiered system.

SALARY: Range $40,500 - $70,000 (negotiated based on experience)

Interested candidates should apply through the WNY School Application System at www.wnyric.org/application

Support Staff Anticipated Vacancy Announcement for 2023-2024 School Year

Position:                                             Building Maintenance Mechanic- 12 Month                                                      

Qualifications:                                Civil Service qualified

Initial Position Location:                        Buildings and Grounds

Salary & Benefits:                                 Starting $16.00/hour per CSEA Contract  

Job duties, skills and Minimum Qualifications:     Must have strong skills in plumbing and electrical trades.  Basic carpentry is also a plus. The person must be highly motivated and willing to work in a team-oriented atmosphere.

For additional qualifications, see the Civil Service attachment

Apply to:    Interested candidates should submit a completed application, civil service application, references, and certifications to:                                                      

Dr. Katie Ralston, Superintendent
Silver Creek Central School District
   P. O. Box 270
Silver Creek, NY 14136

Chautauqua County

                                                                                                                                    Non-Competitive Class

                                                                                                                                    County Grade 7 

BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  This is semi-skilled work involving responsibility for the efficient performance of a variety of maintenance and repair tasks for public buildings and facilities.  A Building Maintenance Mechanic may occasionally assist a journeyman-level maintenance mechanic in more complex operations. The work is performed under general supervision permitting some leeway for planning technical details of each assignment.  Immediate supervision may be exercised over unskilled helpers.  Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Performs general maintenance tasks to include plumbing, pipe fitting, low pressure steam fitting, carpentry, masonry and mechanical repairs;

Builds, repairs, and / or installs cabinets, shelves, doors, paneling, flooring, windows, and locks;

Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and showers;

Cleans, maintains, and makes repairs to boilers, pumps, valves, traps, compressor motors and generators;

Installs and repairs electrical wiring and equipment;

Performs masonry duties such as mixing plaster and concrete, laying walls, steps, floors and foundations;

Prepares surfaces and paints exteriors and interior of buildings and structures;

Operates boilers and air handling equipment, pumps, air compressors incinerators and other related boiler room equipment;

Assists in the maintenance of sewer and fire sprinkler systems;

Participates in snow removal and ice control activities to include operation of snow plow and salt tractor;

Operates trucks, automobiles, air compressors, and other motorized equipment;

Performs general grounds maintenance activities;

Performs welding repair on a variety of items;

May operate computerized controllers for various systems;

May occasionally perform duties as assigned in the operation and maintenance of a Wastewater or Water Treatment Plant;

May occasionally operate a school bus when assigned to a school district.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Good knowledge of the practices, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment; mechanical aptitude; ability to follow oral and written directions; working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and ventilating equipment; ability to lay out work for self and others; mechanical aptitude; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one year of experience in general building/industrial maintenance* or building/industrial trades work*.

*qualifying experience includes work experience with buildings and/or industrial plants as a carpenter, electrician, mason, plumber and/or heating, ventilating and air conditioning installers.

Non-Qualifying Experience: Experience limited to building cleaning is not qualifying. Building cleaning is defined as activities primarily involving a variety of inside and outside building cleaning activities including, but not limited to, washing walls and windows, polishing floors, cleaning restrooms, disposing of refuse.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

1.     Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license and certificates appropriate to the vehicles, equipment and/or machinery operated at time of appointment or during the course of employment consistent with the needs of the agency.

2.     When assigned to the Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities (Buildings and Grounds): Possession, at time of appointment and during service in this class, of a valid New York State Class D operator’s license.

Revised 10/28/2019

Revised 3/15/2023  

VACANCY NOTICE: TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT- URGENT NEED!

*Substitute Bus Drivers start at $20/hour

*Substitute Bus Monitors start at $13.20/hour

*Full Time Bus Drivers start at $23/hour with benefits package (including medical, dental , vision & NYS retirement eligibility)

Minimum Requirements:

• Drivers must have a valid, clean driver’s license

• Drivers must be at least 21 years of age

• All employees must pass Federal fingerprint clearance

• All employees  must enjoy working with children PK-12

• We provide paid training & associated costs including DOT physical

Lifeguards

Silver Creek Central School has an immediate need for Lifeguards.

$15.25/hour 

• Must be at least 16 years old.

• Must hold a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

    

Non-Instructional applications should be sent to:
Dr. Katie Ralston, Superintendent
Silver Creek Central School
P. O. Box 270
Silver Creek, NY 14316 

Applications accepted until positions are filled.

Silver Creek Central School District accepts applications for substitutes year-round.  

·  Teachers (certified and non)

·  Monitors (Lunch and bus)

·  Nurses (LPN or RN)

·  Bus Drivers

·  Cleaners

·  Teacher Aides

·  Teaching Assistants

·  Clerical staff

Interested candidates should apply through the WNY School Application System http://www.wnyric.org/ application or submit a completed application, Civil Service application, references and certifications to: Dr. Katie Ralston, Superintendent, Silver Creek CSD, PO Box 270, Silver Creek, NY 14136.