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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Administrative Assistant- IHS

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Administrative Assistant

Brief Description: The work involves performing a wide variety of administrative activities and tasks as the Ithaca High School Registrar. Duties include, but are not limited to, maintaining confidential student records and data; possessing knowledge of and implementing NYS registration rules and regulations, as well as other relevant laws such as ESSA, McKinney-Vento, FERPA, Special Education Rights, and regulations/services pertinent to Special Education, Immigrants & Migrants, ELL students, and Military. The candidate should be comfortable interacting with visitors, students, families, alumni, outside schools, and external agencies. This role requires managing complex record-keeping systems and offering assistance to administrators. Responsibilities include creating the IHS grading calendar, overseeing notifications related to progress reports and report cards, verifying entered grades, generating At Risks lists for IHS Admin, and maintaining the course catalog and other duties related to School Tool and CYNRIC data systems. Additional duties may be assigned by the Principal and administrative team.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2025

Posting Dates: 03/28/2025 - Until Filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per Week: 38.5

Civil Service Jurisdictional Class: Competitive

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • This is a high-level clerical position requiring a proven ability to understand and interpret complex written and verbal instructions; exhibit an exceptional level of professionalism; with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Must be eligible for appointment as a Administrative Assistant by Civil Service

     

Civil Service Requirements:

  • (a) Possession of an Associate’s degree and two (2) years of clerical, administrative or office management experience which shall have involved maintaining electronic records in a database or spreadsheet application and preparing reports; or

  • (b) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of clerical, administrative or office management experience which shall have involved maintaining electronic records in a database or spreadsheet application and preparing reports; or

  • (c) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

Note: College degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education and/or U.S. Secretary of Education. If an applicant’s degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, the applicant must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found at https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Applicants are responsible for payment of the required evaluation fee.

  

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com |  Step by step Guide

Internal EA Applicants can send their letter via email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us.

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting



Salary Range: $27.50 hr.  in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

Assistant Head Custodian

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Assistant Head Custodian

Brief Description: Schedule and assign cleaning and custodial work. Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to maintain proper cleaning and maintenance procedures. Plan, supervise, and participate in building cleaning and minor maintenance  activities. Check to ensure that the building is properly heated, cleaned, locked, and unlocked and in readiness for all regular or special events. Maintain inventories and prepare requisitions for equipment and supplies. Keep time records for cleaning personnel. Supervise and participate in the removal of snow and ice.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 4/22/2025

Posting Dates: 3/28/2025-4/4/2025

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per Week: 40

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • This is a high-level clerical position requiring a proven ability to understand and interpret complex written and verbal instructions; exhibit an exceptional level of professionalism; with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Must be eligible for appointment as a civil servicel for Assistant Head Custodian
  • Valid NVS driver's license AND water certification

  •  High School Years Graduate GED. training in de-escalation strategies, first aid and CPR

  • 5 years as a building custodian, cleaner, custodial worker, maintenance mechanic, groundskeeper, experience in plumbing, electrical and basic carpentry

  • Ability to work as a team, computer skills and management skills necessary for ordering supplies, submitting work orders

 

Internal Applicants:  Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.comStep by step Guide

Internal EA Applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting



Salary Range: $ 19.58 hr.  in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

12-Month Senior Account Clerk Typist

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: 12-Month Senior Account Clerk Typist

Brief Description: Answer phones, handle bank deposits from schools, process free and reduced lunch applications, account receivables, verify accounts payables, track attendance and audit timesheets, inventory, submit claims for reimbursement, prepare various reports and other duties as assigned.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 2/24/2025

Posting Dates: 1/22/2025 - until filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per Week: 38.50 (Schedule will be determined by building.)

Civil Service Jursidcitional Class: Competitive

*May require canvasing of eligible list

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • Must Possess flexibility, adaptability, good organizational skills, must be task oriented, work well under pressure. Must be eligible for appointment as a Senior Typist by Civil Service.

Civil Service Requirements:

  • One year of full-time paid secretarial or clerical experience, or its parttime and/or volunteer equivalent. 

 

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Internal Applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us or through SchoolFront. If applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. 

 

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.


External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting. 

 

Salary Range:  $20.53 per hour  in accordance with Collective Bargain Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

10-Month Senior Typist

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: 10-Month Senior Typist

Brief Description: Maintain attendance records for the student body at Ithaca High School; effectively communicate with parents, students and administration; other duties as assigned.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 2/24/2025

Posting Dates: 1/22/2025 - until filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per Week: 38.50  (Schedule will be determined by building.)

Civil Service Jursidcitional Class: Competitive 

*May require canvasing of eligible list

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • Must Possess flexibility, adaptability, good organizational skills, must be task oriented, work well under pressure. Must be eligible for appointment as a Senior Account Clerk Typist by Civil Service.

Civil Service Requirements:

  • Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, including or supplemented by a course in Bookkeeping and one year of experience in maintaining financial accounts and records; 

OR

  • Three years of experience in a clerical position involving the maintenance of financial accounts and records; 

OR

  • An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above

 

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Internal Applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us or through SchoolFront. If applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. 

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.


External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

 

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3.  Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting.


Salary Range: $20.53  per hour  in accordance with Collective Bargain Agreement.

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

Building Monitor - Ithaca High School

                

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Teaching Assistant/Building Monitor - Ithaca High School

Brief Description:  Teaching Assistant/Aide to work in various programs and throughout the school. Position may include 1:1, intervention, AIS. Bus and dismissal duty, 34.75 hours per week.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 11/11/2024

Posting Dates: 10/21/2024- until filled

Number of Vacancies: up to 2

Hours per Week: 34.75

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • Possession of New York State Teaching Assistant, Teaching Aide, or Teacher certification is required

Desired Characteristics:

  • An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;

  • Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community; 

  • Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.

Salary Range: $17.68/hour base with additional rate based on relevant experience

 

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com         

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Instructions for Internal Applicants

Internal Applicants should apply through SchoolFront. They can log in with their ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to Recruiting>Available Internal Postings.

 

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

$17.68/hour base
Spanish World Language Teacher

                

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Spanish World Language Teacher

Brief Description: Teach Spanish to high school students. Provide preparation to students for the proficiency examination. Familiar with Google Apps. Able to implement technology in instruction. Meet regularly with department colleagues to collaborate, share resources, and implement the learning standards.

Location(s): Ithaca HIgh School

Anticipated Start Date: 8/28/2024

Posting Dates: 8/12/2024- until filled

Number of Vacancies: 1

FTE: 1.0

Application Requirements:

  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
  4. Three (3) Letters of Reference (required for external candidates)
  5. MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)

 

The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.

 

MANDATORY Writing Sample

A writing sample is required for the application to be complete.

Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.

  1. The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student?
  2. Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.

  3. The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world.

 

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • All candidates must be in possession of (or have proof of eligibility for) New York State Teacher certification in Spanish 7-12. This requires at least a Bachelor’s degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.

 

Desired Characteristics:

  • An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;

  • Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community; 

  • Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.

Salary Range: $53,291-$75,191 (10-month full-time base)

 

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com         

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Instructions for Internal Applicants

Internal Applicants should apply through SchoolFront. They can log in with their ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to Recruiting>Available Internal Postings. 

 

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or victim status.

The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of student success. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of this issue and a strong willingness to support this effort.