Teacher, Criminal Justice 0926-0004

Location: Erie 1 BOCES Career and Technical Education Harkness Career and Technical Education Center Cheektowaga, NY

Annual Salary: $48,484 to $55,844 PLUS $2,000 Masters Stipend

Hours: 7:25 AM - 2:55 PM

Exceptional package including but not limited to: Employment - Erie 1 BOCES (https://www.e1b.org/en/about-us/employment.aspx#Great-Benefits)

• Paid annual Holidays

• Generous Paid Personal/Sick time

• Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)

• Medical Insurance waiver allowance

• Life insurance at NO cost to you

• FSA plan

• Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• NYS Retirement System

• 403b AND 457 retirement plans

Job Responsibilities: The Criminal Justice Teacher provides instruction in criminal justice, law enforcement, public safety, and workplace readiness skills that prepare students for post-secondary education, training, and careers in the criminal justice field.

• Teaches Career and Technical skills and knowledge and employability skills to prepare students for the world of work or post-secondary education.

• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, in accordance with New York State Learning Standards, general elements of the course of study, as specified in state law, administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

• Participates in planning and developing goals, objectives, curricula, and reports.

• Develops lesson plans and organizes class time so that preparation, instruction, shop work, and cleanup activities can be accomplished with the allotted time.

• Demonstrates career and technical materials, equipment, tools, and processes using standard or teacher-prepared models, mock-ups, sketches, and other instructional aids.

• Guides pupils in selection and performance of appropriate activities.

• Provides individual and group instruction appropriate to the needs of the pupil(s) and the requirements of the activities being performed.

• Instructs pupils in the appropriate safety precautions and the safe operation and use of tools, machinery, and equipment.

• Assists in the control, storage, maintenance, and use of materials and property to prevent loss or abuse.

• Establishes and maintains standards of classroom pupil conduct to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment.

• Collaborates with academic teachers to integrate academic coursework into career and technical curriculum.

• Establishes contacts with the business community to maintain industry standards and provide students with internship opportunities.

• Communicates with employers, parents, and school counselors on individual pupil progress as the need arises.

• Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve attitude, and learning problems.

• Provides encouragement for continuation of formal education and assistance to pupils in employment awareness skills through development and maintenance of student portfolios.

• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom program related activities during the assigned working day.

• Attends faculty meetings and works with Career and Technical Education Program Advisory Committee in the development and implementation of specific career and technical education programs.

• May share in the sponsorship of student activities and club activities.

• Assesses each pupil's performance, knowledge, and skills and prepares progress reports and grades.

• Maintains accurate and complete student records.

• Researches and maintains bid specifications. Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and parts as required, working under established budget and procedures.

Job Qualifications

• Must hold a valid New York State Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teaching Certification in Security Operations and Law Enforcement Services or a closely related certification area OR be eligible to obtain the appropriate New York State certification prior to the start of employment.

• Strong knowledge of criminal justice, law enforcement, public safety, or related fields, along with effective instructional and classroom management skills.

• Ability to create engaging, real-world learning experiences, communicate effectively with students and stakeholders, and build partnerships with local agencies and community organizations.

• Experience in criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, security, or public safety, as well as experience working with secondary students, is highly desirable.

Position Start Date:09/21/2026

Job Number: 0926-0004