Teacher, Cybersecurity and Networking 1026-0003

Location:
Erie 1 BOCES
Career and Technical Education Services
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

• SUMMERS OFF!

• SCHOOL BREAKS OFF!

• Paid 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 Cybersecurity and Networking Teacher will provide engaging, hands-on instruction to 11th- and 12th-grade students enrolled in a two-year Career & Technical Education program. The teacher will deliver lessons aligned with NYSED CTE learning standards and industry expectations, ensuring students develop both foundational knowledge and practical skills in cybersecurity, digital forensics, and computer networking.

• Teaching students how to analyze network data traffic, troubleshoot PC hardware and operating systems, configure routers, switches, and secure wireless networks, and apply ethical cybersecurity practices in real-world scenarios.
• Guide students through hands-on labs and project-based learning experiences using industry-standard tools such as firewalls, forensic software, vulnerability scanners, and data-hiding technologies.
• Preparing students for industry-recognized certifications, including CompTIA A , Network , Security , and Cisco CCNA, through structured instruction and skill-building activities.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional classroom and lab environment that emphasizes responsible and ethical use of technology and equipment.
• Assessing student learning through formal and informal evaluations, providing timely feedback, maintaining accurate attendance and grading records, and completing all required program documentation.
• Collaborate with CTE colleagues, administrators, and post-secondary partners to support program quality and student success, while also communicating regularly with parents, counselors, and support staff regarding student progress and career readiness.
• Supporting students in developing strong time-management, problem-solving, and professional workplace skills essential for success in the cybersecurity and networking fields.
• 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.
• Coordinates work schedules and clinical sites with participating facilities where training is done, for example; hospitals.
• 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.

• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, the appropriate New York State Career and Technical Education teaching certification in the Information Technology field.

• Strong technical knowledge in cybersecurity, networking, and IT systems, along with relevant industry experience.

• Strong communication and classroom-management skills, and the ability to create engaging, hands-on learning activities are highly desirable.

• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical technology practices, and a commitment to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

• Experience working with/teaching secondary students preferred