Employment Opportunities
Welcome! The Onondaga Central School District is located south of Syracuse in upstate New York nestled in a valley with rural surroundings. The district provides a tranquil environment in a picturesque setting, yet enjoys all the major cultural advantages of an urban area within a 20 minute drive. A staff of 190 full and part-time employees, three academic buildings, preschool, a transportation center, and administrative offices commonly serve an enrollment of approximately 730 students, Pre-Kindergarten to twelfth grade.
Please note: Immediate need for certified substitute teachers ($145/day) and substitute teaching assistants ($120/day).
| EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES | |||
| Job Title | Description | Application / Deadline | Salary/Hourly Rate |
| Maintenance Worker II | Onondaga has an opening for a Maintenance Worker II. This civil service position is non-competitive but requires 5 years of full time paid work experience in skilled maintenance and repair tasks in at least one of the major trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electric or HVAC. The work performed covers a wide variety of maintenance, repair and installation work, usually requiring a high degree of skill. Also required is possession of a valid NYS Non-CDL or CDL, including any special endorsements, as required for the type of vehicle being operated. | Application Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference Deadline to apply: 5/9/2025 |
Starting rate of pay is $29.44 per hour. |
| Vice Principal and Athletic Director | Onondaga Central School District seeks enthusiastic and dedicated administrator to fill the combined position of Jr/Sr HS Vice Principal and Athletic Director for a building with 325 students in grades 7-12. This full-time, probationary position begins July 1, 2025. This leadership position requires a dynamic individual who can oversee and enhance athletic activities and assist the principal in the fulfillment of their duties while fostering a positive and inclusive environment for student growth and development. NYS School Administrator certification required and administrative experience preferred. | Apply on OLAS by 4/25/2025 | $85,000-$90,000 |
| Science Teacher | Onondaga is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to join our Jr/Sr High School team as a Science Teacher. This full-time, probationary position begins September 1, 2025. The position responsibilities will be determined based on the candidate’s certification areas. The successful candidate must have the ability to engage and motivate students, excellent communication skills and will be responsible for implementing a program to meet the individual social emotional needs, interests, and abilities of the students and meet the State/District curriculum standards for students in grades 7-12. Must be a NYS certified teacher. Certification in chemistry and biology preferred. Will also accept earth science certification. | Apply on OLAS by 4/25/2025 |
Contractual |
| Special Education Teacher | The District is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator for a full-time, probationary Special Education Teacher at Rockwell Elementary, grades PreK-2. The position starts September 1, 2025. The successful candidate will establish a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and to the development of a positive self-concept while meeting the State/District curriculum standards. Must be NYS certified Special Education or Students with Disabilities Birth through Grade 6. | Apply on OLAS | Contractual |
| Agriculture Teacher | This is a full-time, probationary position beginning 9/1/2025. The successful candidate would be one of two educators in the program and co-advise the Onondaga Central FFA Chapter as well as share in Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) responsibilities. We are seeking a candidate that can help further develop our FFA Chapter and teach the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture, Animal Science, Plant Science, Food Science, and/or Agriculture Mechanics. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate teaching content knowledge and hands-on skills that will prepare students for entering the workforce or continuing post-secondary education. Must be NYS certified Agriculture and/or CTE and/or Technology. | Apply on OLAS by 5/2/2025 | Contractual |
| School Nurse Substitute | A substitute nurse is needed during May and June at the Jr/Sr High School. Must be a RN. Complete both the Civil Service Application and the Supplemental Application. Include copy of nursing license. Fingerprint clearance is also a requirement. |
Include with your application: a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference along with your nursing license. |
$26.50 per hour |
| Substitute Custodians | There is an immediate need for substitute custodians to work the evening shift at Rockwell, Wheeler and the Jr/Sr High School on an as needed basis. Some day shift work is also available. You can work 4-8 hours as your schedule permits. Training provided. Job requires heavy lifting. |
Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference |
$17.15/hour |
| School Nurse Substitute | Responsible for building medical needs. Called on an as needed basis. Must be RN. Complete both the Civil Service Application and the Supplemental Application. Include copy of nursing license. Fingerprint clearance is also a requirement. |
Include with your application: a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference along with your nursing license. |
$26.50 per hour |
| School Bus Drivers/ Substitute Bus Driver | Looking for a good paying part-time job with the same days off as the kids? Onondaga Central School District has vacancies for part-time school bus drivers and long-term substitute bus drivers. You must be at least 21 yrs old, have a driver's license, and like working with kids. No experience necessary, but it's always appreciated. Training for the road test can be provided. Just stop in to the bus garage at 4457 South Onondaga Rd., Nedrow, NY 13120 (right next to the High School) and pick up an application or apply on OLAS. Contact Mr. Dodge, Transportation Supervisor with questions at 315-552-5090. |
Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference |
$26.35/per hour Substitute $22.50 |
| Substitute Courier | The District is seeking substitute couriers to deliver mail and copy material between buildings and to the post office when the permanent courier is absent. Average hours per day is 3.25. Must have valid driver's license. Training provided. |
Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference |
$17.15/hour |
| Instructional SUBSTITUTE |
OCS is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions: Substitute Teachers (certified and uncertified) |
Ongoing recruitment |
$145.00/day for certified teachers $125.00/day for uncertified teachers |
| SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVERS |
Looking for a good paying part-time job with the same days off as the kids? We are looking for school bus drivers If you are at least 21 yrs old, have a driver's license, and like working with kids, we will train you! We can get you ready for your road test. Just stop in to the bus garage at 4457 South Onondaga Rd. (right next to the High School) and pick up an application or click here. No experience necessary, but it's always appreciated. Driving School Bus - as needed on a call-in basis. Anticipate short and long-term assignments for the school year. Complete both the supplemental Application and the Civil Service Application. Contact the Transportation Department at 552-5090 to discuss the mandatory DMV abstract requirement. Additional paperwork will be required. |
Include with application: a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference and a copy of your driver's license.
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$22.50/hr |
| Substitute Bus Monitor | Substitutes needed to assist students while being transported. Training provided. Complete both the supplemental application and the Civil Service application |
Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference. |
$16.13/hr |
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Substitutes: Teacher Aide Custodian Secretary Courier Lunch Monitor |
Substitutes needed to fill in on an as needed basis throughout the District. |
Include with application a letter of interest, resume and 3 written and signed letters of reference. |
Aide -$15.50/hr Custodian - $17.15/hr Secretary - $17.15/hr Courier - $17.15/hr Lunch Monitor - $15.50/hr |
| Food Service Courier/Driver Substitute | Substitute Food Service Courier/Driver needed for the OCS lunch program operated by West Genesee School District. A CDL is not required. | Follow this link for the West Genesee Support Staff application |
$15.500/hr |
| Substitute and Regular Food Service Workers | Work around your child's school day? You can get your children on the bus and be there to greet them when they get home! Substitute and regular Food Service Workers needed for the OCS lunch program operated by West Genesee School District at Rockwell, Wheeler and the Jr/Sr High School. |
Follow this link for the West Genesee Support Staff application |
Call 315-487-4661 to let them know you are interested. |
