Welcome to the Southern Columbia Area School District. The information provided below is to help acquaint you with the Southern Columbia Area School District and its schools. It may prompt further questions, which you may forward to the building principal, position supervisor or the District Office.

There are three schools in the District, which serve approximately 1,229 students. This includes one elementary school, and one middle school and one high school, which are both under one roof. The elementary school enrollment is approximately 455. The middle school enrollment is approximately 397, and high school enrollment is approximately 377.

ANTICIPATED ELEMENTARY LIFE SKILLS TEACHER.
Full-time position. Valid PA Special Education certification required. Applicants should be committed to the success of all students and should understand special education legislation, regulations and procedures to deliver individual instruction to meet the academic, emotional, functional, and behavioral needs of students.  (Healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits per the SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, and PSERS retirement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Application deadline: May 31, 2023, or until position is filled.

ANTICIPATED MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER.
Full-time position. Valid PA Secondary English certification required. (Healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits per the SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, and PSERS retirement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Application deadline: May 31, 2023, or until position is filled.

ANTICIPATED TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST - ENTRY LEVEL. Anticipated full-time, 12-month position. (Healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits per the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement, and PSERS retirement). Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer field preferred.  Working knowledge of and experience with PC, Mac, networking, and hardware repair required, with experience in mobile technologies a plus. Submit cover letter, resume with references, copies of Acts 34/114/151/168 clearances, to Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Drive, Catawissa, PA 17820. Application deadline:  3:00 PM, May 23, 2023, or until position is filled. 

PRINCIPAL OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS GRADES 5-12. Southern Columbia Area SD - Permanent 12-month position. (Act 93 Administrative Compensation Plan with healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits, and PSERS retirement.)  Salary regionally competitive based on experience.  Enrollment 782 grades 5-12.  Requirements:  Master's degree, valid PA principal certificate secondary or K-12, evidence of strong building-level leadership, effective management, supervision, and interpersonal skills. Must demonstrate expertise in instructional leadership and staff supervision.  Must be knowledgeable of overall building operations and management in collaboration with other administrative colleagues.  Must be knowledgeable of educational best practices, building level budgeting practices, and have the ability and experience to build and maintain positive community relations. Administrative experience preferred.  Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting cover letter, resume, PA State Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, copy of certificate, and a minimum of 3 letters of professional reference to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA  17820. (The following documents must be submitted prior to employment:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances, Act 126 training certificate, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.)  Application deadline:  3:00 PM, May 19, 2023, or until position is filled. 

DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
Full-time, 12-month position available July 1, 2023 (Act 93 Administrative Compensation Plan with healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits, and PSERS retirement). Salary regionally competitive based on experience. Requirements: Master's degree, valid PA Director of Special Education certification required.  Knowledge of statutorily and regulatory special education requirements, knowledge of special education best practices, administrative/supervisory experience preferred. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting cover letter, resume, PA State Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, copy of certificate, and a minimum of 2 letters of professional reference to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA  17820.  (The following documents would be required prior to employment:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances, Act 126 training certificate, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.) Application deadline:  3:00 PM, May 19, 2023, or until position is filled. 

FULL-TIME PARAPROFESSIONAL
Paraprofessional for Special Education Classroom. Full-time, 7 hours per day/school-year position available the beginning of 2023-2024 School year (August 2023). Must have Associate’s Degree or be Highly Qualified Equivalent (District will train). $13 per hour with healthcare/vision/dental benefits and PSERS retirement, per the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a Non-Instructional Application, Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances (see links above). Application deadline: April 25, 2023.

FULL-TIME 1ST SHIFT CUSTODIAN
Full-time, 8 hours/day, 12-month position available immediately, with healthcare/vision/dental benefits and PSERS retirement. $13/hour. 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Applications accepted until position is filled.

(1) PART-TIME SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAPROFESSIONAL
Part-time position available immediately. Must have Associate’s Degree or Highly Qualified Equivalent (District will train). Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by sending a Non-Instructional Application, Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances (see links above). Applications accepted until position is filled.

EVENT STAFF – Event Staff to assist with parking and crowd control for athletic and other events. $50 per football game. $30 all other events. Submit Non-instructional Application (above), Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKER. Part-time position. $13/hour. Duties include grass mowing, grounds maintenance, snow removal and athletic field maintenance. Submit resume, Non-Instructional Application (see link above) including references; Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS – $8.00/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.

4-HOUR CAFETERIA WORKERS
Positions available immediately.  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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Applications accepted until positions are filled.

MEGA SUB
Position available immediately. Schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. $120 per day. Mega Sub is responsible for monitoring one to multiple classes in a large group setting. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a PA Standard Teaching Application (link above), Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances, proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Applications accepted until position is filled.

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 Jennifer Snyder, Director of Special Education, at 570-356-3510 jsnyder@scasd.us). Submit Non-Instructional Application (above), Acts 34, 114 and 151. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAL WORKERS – $7.25/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.

ANTICIPATED MIDDLE SCHOOL EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER.
Full-time position. Valid PA Special Education certification required. Applicants should be committed to the success of all students and should understand special education legislation, regulations and procedures to deliver individual instruction to meet the academic, emotional, functional, and behavioral needs of students.  (Healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits per the SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, and PSERS retirement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Application deadline: May 31, 2023, or until position is filled.

HEAD CROSS-COUNTRY COACH. Position available beginning with the 2023-2024 school year. Submit Athletic Application (link above), Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances (see links above), and proof of negative Tuberculosis test to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Application deadline: May 31, 2023, or until position is filled.

PRINCIPAL OF STUDENT AFFAIRS GRADES 5-12. Southern Columbia Area SD - Permanent 12-month position. (Act 93 Administrative Compensation Plan with healthcare/vision/dental/life insurance benefits, and PSERS retirement.) Salary regionally competitive based on experience.  Enrollment 782 grades 5-12.  Requirements: Master's degree, valid PA principal certificate secondary or K-12, evidence of strong building-level leadership, effective management, supervision, and interpersonal skills. Must be knowledgeable of overall building safety, operations, and management in collaboration with other administrative colleagues.  Must establish high standards of student conduct and oversee the establishment of a positive and safe learning environment through the enforcement of the District’s discipline policy.  Must have experience with overseeing co-curricular and extra-curricular programs, experience and ability to maintain positive public relations and open communication with parents and the community.  Administrative experience preferred.  Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above) and follow up by submitting cover letter, resume, PA State Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, copy of certificate, and a minimum of 3 letters of professional reference to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA  17820. (The following documents must be submitted prior to employment:  Current Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168 clearances, Act 126 training certificate, School Personnel Health Report to include proof of negative Tuberculin test.)  Application deadline:  3:00 PM, May 19, 2023, or until position is filled. 

SECONDARY GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
Available beginning with 2023-2024 school year. Valid PA Secondary School Counselor certification required. (SCEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.) Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above), and follow up by submitting a 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Application deadline: May 8, 2023, or until position is filled.

FULL-TIME 2ND SHIFT CUSTODIAN
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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Application deadline: April 19, 2023.

ASSISTANT HEAD COOK - HIGH SCHOOL
Position available immediately. Full-time, 7 hours/day, school year position (summers off). Shift is 6:45 AM to 1:45 PM daily (with some flexibility). $11 per hour, with PSERS retirement, healthcare, vision, dental and life insurance benefits. 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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Application deadline: Tuesday, March 7, 2023, but applications will be accepted until position is filled if necessary.

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: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary at the address listed above.  Contact Tresa Britch, Board Secretary/Secretary to the Superintendent, at 570-356-3509 or tbritch@scasd.us for more information.  Applications accepted until position is filled.

SUBSTITUTE NURSES - Substitute Nurses to serve as day-to-day substitutes as needed for the building nurses. Must have RN or LPN license. Submit 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.

EXCLUSIVE SUBSTITUTES
Exclusive Substitutes will commit to working a minimum of 70 days to a maximum of 140 days in the Southern Columbia Area School District .  Each Exclusive Substitute will work based on a predetermined schedule at a rate of $120 per day.  Pennsylvania Teaching certification required for the level where the substitute will be working.  Guest Teacher emergency permits also acceptable. Please complete the online Employment Interest Form (link above). Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168 clearances, proof of certificate/emergency permit, and proof of negative Tuberculin test will be required prior to employment.  Contact Tresa Britch, Secretary to the Superintendent, at tbritch@scasd.us.  Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.

DAY-TO-DAY SUBSTITUTE CLASSROOM TEACHERS- primarily grades K-8. 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 $100.00 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. Submit cover letter, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts/certificate, and clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151 and 168) to: Tresa Britch, Board Secretary, Southern Columbia Area SD, 800 Southern Dr., Catawissa, PA 17820. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SUBSTITUTE CAFETERIA WORKERS – Substitute Cafeteria Workers – $7.51/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 Kathy Holleran, Food Services Director, at 570-356-3505 or kholleran@scasd.us if you have questions regarding Cafeteria positions.) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.