We are a suburban, public, Pre-K to 12 school system that is ethnically and economically diverse.  Within a secure environment, we use developmentally appropriate practices which reflect our understanding of learners as meaning makers, and stimulate active, enthusiastic, intellectual inquiry.  We achieve an education in character as well as content, addressing the intellectual, aesthetic, social, ethical, personal, and physical development of each student.

 

The employees of the District represent our most important resource.  With this in mind, we work hard to recruit and select the most qualified and outstanding candidates to join our team of dedicated professionals.

 

Employment opportunities are available in the areas of:

 

• Administration
• Certified
• Civil Service Support
• Substitutes
• Home Tutors
• Summer Employment

 

Certified positions include all positions that require certification by the New York State Department of Education .  This category includes administrative positions, teaching positions, counselors, psychologists, etc.  Substitutes and summer teachers are included in certified positions.  All applicants must possess a valid certificate commensurate with the position sought in order to be considered.

 

 

 

Contact:                      Dyan Zeller Harris

                                    Director of Human Resources and Professional Development

                                    Phone:  516-295-7035

                                    Fax:      516-295-7131

 

 

Classified positions include all clerical, teacher aides, food service, maintenance, custodial, and transportation positions, etc.  These are Civil Service positions and are governed by nassau County Civil Service Law and procedures.  Competitive positions require one year of Nassau County residency and they may include a competitive test. All positions require Nassau County Civil Service approval.

 

Positions currently posted. 

 

Recent legislation has been passed, effective July 1, 2001 , which requires all prospective school district employees to be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check in order to be cleared for employment at a school or for certification.  Applicants who have been recommended for a position with the Lawrence School District will be assisted with the fingerprint process.  The New York State fee for the fingerprints is $99.00, plus a $25.00 processing fee for the administering of the fingerprints.

 

 

Contact:                     Catherine Santora

                                    Administrative Assistant for Personnel

                                    Phone:  516-295-7036

                                    Fax:      516-295-7034

 

 

The Lawrence School District hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities, including vocational educational opportunities, without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap.