Job Opportunities

Teacher Openings

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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Art Teacher - Special EducationHMF 26/27 SPED Art Teacher

Are you passionate about making a difference for students with disabilities? HFM BOCES Special Education has an opening and is accepting applications for 10-month, full-time, tenure track Art Teacher. Join a supportive team where your expertise, compassion, and creativity help students reach meaningful milestones every day. If you're ready to inspire, advocate, and empower, we want to hear from you. There may be additional opportunity for summer work for the Extended School Year Program.

*Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

$54,000-$99,500*
Instructional Coach - TOSAHFM 26/27 TOSA Ins Services

HFM BOCES has an immediate opening for a full-time Instructional Coach (TOSA) (1.0 FTE) who will be responsible for working with districts in a variety of roles. The successful candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, classroom teaching experience and the ability to facilitate professional development.

 

Expected duties:

  • Serve in the development and support the implementation of instructional plans that align to NYS standards, district goals and curricula
  • Work with teachers and administrators to analyze student data, diagnose instructional needs and identify research-based instructional strategies to close achievement gaps.
  • Provide individual and/or group instructional coaching and mentoring to teachers to improve classroom instruction for all learners
  • Manage and distribute instructional resources to teachers and provide training on the use of those resources
  • Encourage and support the implementation of technology and innovative strategies in the classroom
  • Extensive understanding of NYS learning standards
  • Extensive understanding of various instruction strategies

 

*Salary commensurate with experience. 

$72,000-$77,000*
Teacher: Physical Education & Health (Dual Certified)PTECH PE 26/27

 

Teacher: Physical Education and Health (Dual Certified)

Location: HFM BOCES PTECH
Student Population: Grades 9–12
Appointment: Full-Time, 10-Month

 

Make an Impact Where it Matters

Are you passionate about student wellness, physical activity, and helping young people develop lifelong healthy habits? HFM BOCES is seeking a dual-certified Physical Education and Health teacher to support students enrolled in our PTECH Program.

This position plays a vital role in supporting student success across programs by promoting physical wellness, health literacy, and social-emotional well-being—foundations that directly support students’ ability to thrive in both academic and career-focused environments.

PTECH, or Pathways in Technology Early College High School, is a 6-year program that incorporates project-based learning and professional skills training as students work toward their 2-year degree from SUNY Fulton-Montgomery or SUNY Cobleskill (depending on the degree pathway) at no cost to their families.

In PTECH’s “innovation spaces,” students focus on group collaboration and hands-on learning. Here, individuals take the lead role in their learning, choosing pathways to their careers as scholarship students.

 

What You’ll Teach and Do

  • Deliver NYS-aligned Physical Education and Health instruction to students

  • Design engaging, inclusive instruction that supports physical fitness, mental health, and positive lifestyle choices

  • Promote teamwork, communication, goal-setting, and respectful behavior through physical activity

  • Support the unique scheduling and instructional needs of students enrolled in PTECH programs

  • Collaborate with PTECH staff, administrators, and support services to ensure a cohesive student experience

 

 

Why Join HFM BOCES?

  • Work in a collaborative, student-centered environment

  • Support student success through the innovative PTECH Program

  • Competitive salary and benefits per HFM BOCES Teacher Association contract

  • Supportive professional culture with opportunities for growth and collaboration

 

*Salary commensurate with experience.

$54,000-$99,500*
*Anticipated* Long-Term Substitute Agriculture TeacherHFM26/27 LTS Agriculture

Hamilton Fulton Montgomery BOCES PTECH program is looking for a Long-Term Substitute Agriculture Teacher. This position is from 10/12/2026-12/23/2026.

Uncertified Rate - $155 per diem

Certified Rate - $170 per diem

PTECH, or Pathways in Technology Early College High School, is a 6-year program that incorporates project based learning and professional skills training as students work toward their 2-year degree from SUNY Fulton-Montgomery or SUNY Cobleskill (depending on the degree pathway) at no cost to their families.

In PTECH’s “innovation spaces,” students focus on group collaboration and hands-on learning. PTECH aims to look and function more like a hybrid between college and the workplace. It emphasizes individualized pathways to completion, workplace experiences, mentorship, in-depth project-based learning and real-world experiences.

$155-$170 per diem
Spanish Teacher - Alternative EducationHFM26/27 Spanish ADK

Spanish Teacher

Adirondack Academy – HFM BOCES 

 

Inspire, Engage, and Change Lives

Adirondack Academy, an alternative education program within HFM BOCES, is seeking a dedicated and innovative Spanish Teacher to join our team. We are looking for an educator who believes in the power of relationships, understands that every student learns differently, and is committed to helping students achieve success both inside and outside the classroom.

This position offers the opportunity to work with students who benefit from individualized support, creative instruction, and meaningful connections with caring adults. The ideal candidate will bring fresh, engaging ideas to language instruction and thrive in a challenging yet highly rewarding educational environment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging Spanish language instruction aligned with New York State Learning Standards.
  • Create interactive and culturally relevant learning experiences that promote language acquisition and student engagement.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of diverse learners.
  • Foster a positive classroom environment that encourages student participation, confidence, and growth.
  • Build strong, supportive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations and consistent classroom practices.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, administrators, and families to support student success.
  • Monitor student progress and use data to inform instructional decisions.

 

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will:

  • Bring creativity, energy, and fresh instructional ideas to the classroom.
  • Be dynamic, adaptable, and willing to think outside traditional educational models.
  • Understand the importance of trauma-informed practices and relationship-centered teaching.
  • Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience when working with students facing academic and personal challenges.
  • Value teamwork, consistency, and a student-first mindset.
  • Believe in the potential of every student and be committed to helping them achieve success.

 

Why Adirondack Academy?

At Adirondack Academy, we believe that strong relationships and innovative teaching can transform lives. Our educators play a critical role in helping students overcome obstacles, develop confidence, and achieve their goals. We foster a collaborative environment where staff members support one another and work together to create meaningful opportunities for student success.

If you are passionate about language, culture, and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply. Join a team dedicated to empowering students, building connections, and creating pathways to success through education.

 

*Salary commensurate with experience.

$54,000-$99,500*
Special Education Teacher - Multiple LocationsSPEDTeacher 26/27

HFM BOCES Special Education is accepting applications for full-time, 10-month, tenure track Special Education Teachers. There may be an additional opportunity for summer work for the Extended School Year Program. 

Are you passionate about making a difference for students with disabilities? We are looking for dedicated Special Education Teachers who want to deliver high-quality instruction, collaborate with other professionals and advocate for student opportunities. Join a supportive team where your expertise, compassion, and creativity help students reach meaningful milestones every day. If you're ready to inspire, advocate, and empower, we want to hear from you. HFM BOCES has several teacher openings for the 2026-27 school year with program locations across our region in Mayfield, Gloversville, Johnstown. Canajoharie, and Fort Plain. Apply today!

 

*Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

$54,000-$99,500*
Special Education Teacher - Multiple LocationsSPEDTeacher 25/26

HFM BOCES Special Education is accepting applications for full-time, 10-month, tenure track Special Education Teachers. There may be additional opportunity for summer work for the Extended School Year Program. 

$44,346-$95,479

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

HFM BOCES is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, admissions and employment.

Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES non-discrimination policies should be directed to Dr. Aaron Bochniak (abochniak@hfmboces.org), Assistant Superintendent for BOCES Operations and Component District Services, (518) 736-4305, HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, 646-428-3800, OCR.NewYork@ed.gov. (Revised 9/2020)

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