ANTICIPATED AVIATION EDUCATOR - STARTING 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and deliver engaging aviation-related curriculum. 

• Conduct hands-on training sessions, including flight simulations and practical exercises. 

• Inspire and mentor students, fostering a love for aviation and STEM subjects. 

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in aviation technology and education methods. 

• Collaborate with other educators and industry professionals to enhance the learning experience. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation, education, or a related field. 

• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) or equivalent certification preferred. 

• Experience in the aviation industry, minimum four years required. 

• Strong communication and presentation skills. 

• Passion for teaching and mentoring students. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: Cover letter, Resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts/certificate, and clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168), proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820. Applications accepted until position is filled. 

ANTICIPATED INTERVENTION SUPPORT SPECIALIST - STARTING 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conducting assessments to identify students' academic, emotional, or behavioral challenges.

• Analyzing student progress and using data to guide intervention plans.

• Creating and implementing intervention strategies that target specific learning deficits or behavioral issues.

• Collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide appropriate interventions.

• Regularly tracking student progress and adjusting interventions as needed.

• Keeping detailed records of interventions and student performance.

• Reporting to parents and school administrators about progress.

• Offering direct instructional support in subjects or skills where students are struggling.

• Assisting students with emotional regulation, social skills, or behavioral management.

• Providing resources for students, families, and teachers to support success.

• Working as part of a team with educators, therapists, and other specialists.

• Advocating for students' needs within the school system or other educational settings.

Qualification: 

• School Counselor, or

• Social Work (Bachelor’s/Master’s), or

• School Psychologist, or

• Teacher Certification with 5 years of experience working with students with severe behavioral needs, or

• Bachelor’s degree with experience working with students with severe behavioral needs

Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: Cover letter, Resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts/certificate, and clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168), proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820. Applications accepted until position is filled. 

ANTICIPATED SECONDARY BIOLOGY TEACHER (Status: Open-accepting applications.) 
Available beginning with 2025-2026 school year. Valid PA Biology Certificate required. (SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting: cover letter, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application (link above), copy of certificate, transcripts, 2 letters of professional reference, Act 126 training certificate, Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances (see links above), and proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary, at the address listed above or by emailing aharmon@scasd.us.  Applications accepted until position is filled. 

ANTICIPATED K-6 ART TEACHER (Status: Open-accepting applications.) 
Available beginning with 2025-2026 school year. Valid PA K-12 Art Certification required. (SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting: cover letter, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application (link above), copy of certificate, transcripts, 2 letters of professional reference, Act 126 training certificate, Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances (see links above), and proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary, at the address listed above or by emailing aharmon@scasd.us.  Applications accepted until position is filled. 

(2) ANTICIPATED MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER (Status: Open-accepting applications.) 
Available beginning with 2025-2026 school year. Valid PA Math Certificate required. (SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting: cover letter, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application (link above), copy of certificate, transcripts, 2 letters of professional reference, Act 126 training certificate, Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances (see links above), and proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary, at the address listed above or by emailing aharmon@scasd.us.  Applications accepted until positions are filled. 

HEAD GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH (Status: open - accepting applications.) Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport. Experience as a coach or assistant coach of the assigned sport at the high school or college level preferred. Must possess effective coaching techniques, skills, and a thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of the sport. Must also possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school administrators, parents, and students. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: Athletic Application (link above), current Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA  17820. (The following documents would be required prior to employment and do not have to be included with your initial application to be considered for an open position:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, clearances, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.)  Applications accepted until position is filled. 

DAY-TO-DAY SUBSTITUTE CLASSROOM TEACHERS. Provide classroom management and carry out lesson plans left by the teacher and fill-in for the day-to-day activities of the classroom teacher. Positions pay is $150.00 per day. Job Requirements: PDE Certification preferred but not required; Minimum: BA/BS degree in any discipline; PA Department of Education Clearances (Criminal Check, Fingerprints, Child Abuse); College education majors with 60 credits are also eligible to apply. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: Cover letter, Resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts/certificate, and clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168), proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

(3) FULL-TIME PARAPROFESSIONAL for SPECIAL EDUCATION (Status: open - accepting applications.) Position available immediately. Associate's Degree or Highly Qualified equivalent (we will train). $11.75 per hour. Benefits per AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement to include healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance, and PSERS retirement. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: Non-instructional Application (link above), current Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA  17820. (The following documents would be required prior to employment and do not have to be included with your initial application to be considered for an open position:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, clearances, Act 126 training certificate, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.)  Applications accepted until positions are filled. 

(1) FULL-TIME 2ND SHIFT CUSTODIANS (Status: Open – Accepting applications.)
Full-time, 8 hours/day, 12-month position available immediately, with healthcare/vision/dental benefits and PSERS retirement. 2nd Shift during school year, 1st shift during summer months. $13/hour plus $.60 shift differential when working 2nd Shift. Must be self-motivated, have ability to perform custodial and minor maintenance duties, and be able to lift up to 40 lbs. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting a Non-instructional Application (link above), Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances, proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or aharmon@scasd.us for more information.  Applications accepted until position is filled.

SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS – $11.00/hour . Submit Non-Instructional application including references and Act 168 form(s) (see links above) , copies of Acts 34, 114 and 151 clearances (If you do not have current clearances at the time of application, please submit your application without the clearances. Clearances would be required prior to first date of employment.) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE NURSES - Substitute Nurses to serve as day-to-day substitutes as needed for the building nurses. Must have RN or LPN license. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting: resume, Non-instructional Application (above), copy of nursing license, proof of negative TB test, Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE TRANSPORTATION AIDES – to assist with the transportation of special needs students on an as needed basis. Must have ability to maintain discipline and assist driver with students’ needs. Hours of employment will vary but will coincide with various morning and/or afternoon bus and/or van runs – $7.50/hour. (For questions regarding the Transportation Aide positions, please contact Jillann Shupp, Director of Special Education, at 570-356-3510 jshupp@scasd.us). Submit Non-Instructional Application (above), Acts 34, 114 and 151. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAL WORKERS – $11.00/hour (plus shift differential). Submit Non-Instructional application including references and Act 168 form(s) (see links above), copies of Acts 34, 114 and 151 clearances (If you do not have current clearances at the time of application, please submit your application without the clearances. Clearances would be required prior to first date of employment.) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE CAFETERIA WORKERS – Substitute Cafeteria Workers – $11.00/hour. Submit Non-Instructional application including references and Act 168 form(s) (see links above), copies of Acts 34, 114 and 151 clearances (If you do not have current clearances at the time of application, please submit your application without the clearances. Clearances would be required prior to first date of employment.) Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. (Contact John Rosselli, Food Services Director, at 570-356-3505 or jrosselli@scasd.us if you have questions regarding Cafeteria positions.) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

CAFETERIA CUSTODIAN
Full-time, 8 hours/day, 12-month position available immediately, with healthcare/vision/dental benefits and PSERS retirement. $13/hour. Must be able to handle cafeteria tables, and lift up to 40 lbs. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a Non-instructional Application (link above), Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances, proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Ashley Harmon, Board Secretary/Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or aharmon@scasd.us for more information. (The following documents would be required prior to employment and do not have to be included with your initial application to be considered for an open position:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, clearances, Act 126 training certificate, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.)  Applications accepted until position is filled.

SUBSTITUTE SECRETARIES – $11.00/hour. Previous office experience preferred. Submit cover letter, resume, and Non-Instructional application including references and Act 168 form(s) (see links above) , copies of Acts 34, 114 and 151 clearances (If you do not have current clearances at the time of application, please submit your application without the clearances. Clearances, along with proof of a negative Tuberculin test would be required prior to first date of employment.) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.