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Job Opening Information Elementary Teacher

Job Number
27-09
Application Deadline
5/22/2026
Position Start Date
9/1/2026

Position Title
Elementary Teacher
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
Per CTA Contract
Job Description

Located in the Capital District of upstate New York, Cohoes City School District is a small city school district with a warm, welcoming “small town” atmosphere. With a total enrollment of over 2,000 students, the mission of the district is to prepare its students for success in tomorrow's world. With the goal of immersing students in learning to become creative thinkers, life-long learners and effective problem-solvers, the ideal candidate is committed to student academic success.

We are seeking highly qualified (NYS certified) applicants to apply to this vacancy – Childhood Education Gr 1-6. However, we will consider individuals who are currently in the process of obtaining their NYS certification and will be certified by September 1, 2026.  

Teacher expectations overview:     

  • Knowledge of NYS Instructional Standards in Elementary and differentiated instructional strategies  

  • Excellent student engagement skills with a goal of achieving mastery through a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to each student         

  • Effective classroom management skills      

  • Excellent parent engagement and relationship building skills  

  • Participates with colleagues as a collaborative team player      

  • Understands urban schools and communities                            

  • Supports the district's goals of equity, literacy and graduation concerning all students

  • Ability to inspire students to learn and make learning fun  

  • Models a growth mindset

  •  Ability to use classroom technology                                                                                                                                            

This will be an on-going recruitment process until filled.

Application Procedure

Please address your cover letter to Ms. O'Shea, Superintendent of Schools.

Job Category
Instructional
Job Location
Harmony Hill School

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