Teacher 2, 3, 4 (NY HELPS)

Duties Description

Instruct a course(s) recognized by the New York State Education Department.

Prepare or modify curriculum and course outlines.

Prepare daily or weekly lesson plans and conduct a schedule of formal instruction for residents of an Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) facility.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.

Requirements for Appointment at Each Level

• For Teacher 2: Current New York State Education Department initial certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty.
• For Teacher 3: Current New York State Education Department permanent/professional certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty.
• For Teacher 4: Current New York State Education Department permanent/professional certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty and two years of post-certification (initial or permanent/professional) teaching experience in that same specialty.

Additional Comments

• This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
• The starting salary for each level is provided above.
• Background Investigation Requirements: All prospective employees will undergo a Criminal Background Check (CBC), State and federal Criminal History Record Check, and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment screening. Prospective employees may also be required to pay necessary fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned, and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Contact Information

• Name: New York State Office of Children and Family Services
• Email Address: eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
• Address: Bureau of Personnel - TAC
  52 Washington Street, 231 North