Non-instructional openings listed on this page should be applied for through Online Application System for K-12 Education (OLAS). Cohoes City School District employees should apply to Human Resources.
Anticipated Vacancy for School Psychologist
Position: School Psychologist – 1.0 FTE
Certification: School Psychologist
Location: Van Schaick Grade School
Salary: Per CTA contract
Start Date: June 15, 2026
Please apply by April 24, 2026. Cohoes City School District employees may respond to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include “Building and Vacancy #26-115 in “Subject” line. External Applicants must apply through OLAS.
Notice of Vacancy: Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS – Two-year grant-funded)
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; MA degree in education, educational administration, counseling, social work or related field required;
- New York State administrative certification as a School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL) and New York State certification in Elementary, Secondary or Special Education or a related field such as school counselor, school social worker, school psychologist required;
- Must have a minimum of six years of teaching, social work, counseling or psychologist experience. Administrative experienced preferred;
Schedule: 12-month work year (Central Office schedule)
Location: Administrative Office
Salary: To be determined based on qualifications and experience
Start Date: July 1, 2026
All applications must be received by midnight on April 14, 2026. Please include letter of application, current resume, certification, placement credential, academic transcripts, verification of NYS certification, and three recent letters of professional/supervisory recommendation. Cohoes City School District employees please provide cover letter, resume and three letters of professional/supervisory recommendation and apply by email to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include position title in subject line.
Temporary Vacancy for Teacher Aide
Position: Teacher Aide – 1.0 FTE
Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Good general intelligence, ability to establish good relationships with children and others, familiarity with classroom routine, good background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved, above average clerical aptitude, resourcefulness in conducting above described activities indirectly related to teaching process, neat personal appearance, ability to maintain discipline, tact, courtesy, good judgment, physical condition commensurate with the demands and duties of the position.
Acceptable experience and training: Graduation from high school or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Location: Cohoes High School
Assignment: 1:1
Schedule: Work Year – 10-month work year
Pay Rate: Per CSEA contract
Start Date: As soon as possible through June 20, 2026
Continuous recruitment until position is filled. Cohoes City School District employees may respond to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include “Building and Vacancy #26-112 in “Subject” line. External Applicants must apply through OLAS.
High School Principal
Position: High School Principal – 1.0 FTE
Certification: New York State certification as a School Building Leader (SBL) or School Administrator and Supervisor, SAS is required; Masters Degree from accredited institution; minimum of three of successful experience as a building-level administrator or other educational leader.
Schedule: 12-month work year (Central Office schedule)
Location: Cohoes High School
Salary: To be determined through the collective bargaining agreement between the Cohoes Principal’s Association and Cohoes City School District.
Start Date: July 1, 2026 or sooner
Continuous recruitment until filled. Please include academic transcripts, verification of NYS certification, and three recent letters of supervisory recommendation. Cohoes City School District employees should apply to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include “Building and Vacancy # 27-02. External Applicants must apply through OLAS.
Anticipated Vacancy For Teacher Aide
Position: Teacher Aide – 1.0 FTE
Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Good general intelligence, ability to establish good relationships with children and others, familiarity with classroom routine, good background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved, above average clerical aptitude, resourcefulness in conducting above described activities indirectly related to teaching process, neat personal appearance, ability to maintain discipline, tact, courtesy, good judgment, physical condition commensurate with the demands and duties of the position.
Acceptable experience and training: Graduation from high school or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Location: Cohoes Middle School
Schedule: Work Year – 10-month work year
Pay Rate: Per CSEA contract
Start Date: ASAP
Continuous recruitment until position is filled. Cohoes City School District employees may respond to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include “Building and Vacancy #26-107 in “Subject” line. External Applicants must apply through OLAS.
Anticipated Vacancy For School Nurse, R.N.
Position: School Nurse, R.N. – 1.0 FTE
Assignment: 1:1
License: Registered Nurse
Location: Cohoes Middle School
Schedule: 10-month work year
Salary: Per CTA Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Continuous recruitment until filled. Cohoes City School District employees may respond to: hrpostings@cohoes.org. Please include “Building and Vacancy #26-70 in “Subject” line. External Applicants must apply through OLAS.
Part-Time Teacher Aides
Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Good general intelligence, ability to establish good relationships with children and others, familiarity with classroom routine, background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved, above average clerical aptitude, resourcefulness in conducting above-described activities indirectly related to teaching process, neat personal appearance, ability to maintain discipline, tact, courtesy, good judgment, physical condition commensurate with the demands and duties of the position.
Acceptable Experience and Training: Graduation from high school or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Location: Districtwide
Salary: Hourly
Start Date: Ongoing
Continuous recruitment until filled. Apply through Human Resources. Please include position title in “Subject” line.
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Human Resources: Tara Garceau
Phone: (518) 237-0100 ext. 2359
21 Page Avenue, Cohoes, NY 12047
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Nondiscrimination Statement
The Cohoes City School District Board of Education, its officers and employees, will not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of legally protected classes, such as, but not limited to: race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles like braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, creed, religion (including religious practices), marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), gender identity and expression (i.e., actual or perceived gender-related identity, appearance, behavior, expression, or other gender-related characteristic regardless of the sex assigned to that person at birth, including but not limited to the status of being transgender), age, sexual orientation, disability (physical or mental), predisposing genetic characteristic, military work or status, domestic violence victim status, or use of a guide dog, hearing dog, or service dog, as applicable. The district will provide notice of this policy in accordance with federal and state law and regulation.
Questions about this non-discrimination policy may be directed to Equal Opportunity Compliance Officer Stacy Mackey at the Cohoes City School District Administrative Offices, 21 Page Ave., Cohoes, NY 12047, (518) 237-0100.