Rochester City School District, NY

Ranked as the sixth ‘most livable city’ among 379 U.S. metropolitan areas, Rochester New York offers a great quality of life. Strategically nestled on the Great Lake Ontario, opposite Canada, about 70 miles Northeast of Niagara Falls, and on the foot hills of the both the Adirondack and Catskill Mountains; families can enjoy a variety of activities in every season. Rochester is home to a number of international businesses including Kodak, Bausch and Lomb and Xerox, which have strongly contributed to the cities ever growing diversity. It is no surprise then that the Rochester City School District, influenced by the cities affluent culture and amenities, is rated the sixth best public school nationwide in a 2007 study by Expansion Management.

The Rochester City School District has a rich history of excellence in urban education. Rochester’s schools provide an education that far exceeds academics alone for more than 34,000 students in pre-K through grade 12 and 11,000 adults. Respect for others, appreciation for different cultures, and awareness of the value of diversity are part of the fabric of Rochester city schools.

The student body includes children from 28 foreign countries speaking 35 different languages. Among the District’s U.S.-born students, too, there is a wide range of backgrounds and heritage. Every student is unique, bringing his or her own personal experience, culture, and beliefs to the classroom. Students are offered opportunities to enroll in world-class programs with world-class teachers and staff in supportive communities of learning. Our ongoing academic success is the result of the hard work of our students, the dedication of our employees, the generosity of our community partners, and most importantly, the involvement of our parents.

The Rochester City School District is seeking highly qualified teachers and administrators to work with our children. If you are seeking a rewarding career in urban education, we encourage you to visit our website.   All teachers and administrators must meet New York State requirements for certification. Out of state candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates may apply online at: http://teacherjobs.rcsdk12.org

Supporting Education through Quality and Diversity.