Openings as of 3/30/2025

Director of Student Support Services

JobID: 588

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/28/2025


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  04/25/2025 at 12 pm


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Position: Director of Student Support Services  2025-2026 School year                              
Personnel Category: Administrative
Immediate Supervisor: Superintendent                               
Building Assignment: All Buildings
 
Qualifications:
A master’s degree in educational administration or a related field is preferred along with demonstrated successful leadership experience, valid PA certificate in Special Education, Superintendent Letter of Eligibility, or Supervisor of Special Education Certificate required. Five years of experience as a special education classroom teacher is preferred as well as experience in utilizing research based interventions. Knowledge of special education law, familiarity with current trends and procedures in Chapters 14, 15, and 16 is necessary.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities: The Director of Student Support shares responsibility with the building principals in supervising and observing all professional and support staff working in special education, including the Supervisor of School Psychology and the School Psychologist. The role provides direct input on employment-related decisions and oversees itinerant/related services and subcontractors such as Speech/Language, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Vision and Hearing, etc..
 
Job Summary: The Director of Student Support Services is responsible for overseeing and leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services designed to support the academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs of students within the district. This leadership role ensures the effective delivery of services, including special education, counseling, mental health support, crisis intervention, and other student-centered initiatives to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Major Duties & Responsibilities: Would include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:
Special Education:
 
1. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations governing special education services.
2. supervise evaluation, selection, and implementation of special education programs.
3. Monitor special education paperwork for compliance with state and federal regulations.
4. Oversee placement, evaluation, assignment and re-evaluation of students with in special education programs.
5. Recommend policies and program changes in alignment with federal and state guidance.
6. Evaluate special education programs and recommend necessary improvements.
7. Oversee adherence to Chapter 14 timelines and best practices.
8. Attend transition to school age meetings and assist parents in understanding school-aged services.
9. Keep informed of all legal requirements and “best practices” as it relates to special education.
10. Assist with the implementation of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) throughout the district.
11. Assist with the implementation of School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS) throughout the district.
12. Supervise, observe and evaluate the school’s special education certified and non-certified personnel including contracted services.
13. Lead recruitment, selection and hiring recommendation for special education personnel.
14. Manage special education reports, records, and compliance-related documents.
15. Develop and maintain complete and cumulative individual records of students receiving special services.
16. Supervise preparation of attendance reports and similar data necessary to reimbursement of funds, collecting tuition for out of district students and similar fiscal matters.
17. Coordinate transportation for students requiring special transportation.
18. Develop budget and maintain the special education budget.
19. Coordinate and facilitate Extended School Year services for all students deemed eligible.
20. Complete the Act 16 report and applies for any Contingency Funds.
21. Coordinate the PDE compliance monitoring process.
22. Maintain a permanent inventory of equipment purchased for special education.
23. Establish and implement procedures for requisitioning, ordering and pay for special education equipment and supplies.
24. Provide preliminary approval for texts and other resources used by special education personnel.
25. Evaluate the special education program, curriculum, procedure and individual student needs and achievements.
26. Make recommendations on designs, furnishings, equipment and location of new special education facilities.
27. Plan for and implement professional development for staff.
28. Work with the Assistant Superintendent in assisting Learning Support teachers to use planned course materials as adopted by the District.
29. Conduct staff meetings as necessary in order that staff members may be kept informed and that continuity may be maintained within the K-12 educational program.
30. Interpret the K-12 special education program to the community and to enlist the participation of the community in school life.
31. Develop and implement parent conferences for special education students.
32. Maintain an awareness of those factors outside the school system which directly or indirectly affect the K-12 special education program.
33. Assist in the development of crisis plans to include Safe Crisis Management techniques.
34. Maintain a working relationship with advocacy groups.
35. Develop the special education plan for state and school Board approval.
36. Coordinate yearly planning and development of student Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
37. Attend and participate in special education meetings as the Local Education Agency (LEA).
38. Facilitate all Special Education Strategic Planning requirements.
39. Oversee the implementation of online IEP programs.
40. Manage formal parental complaints such as mediation, resolution meetings, and due process hearings.
41. Develop and coordinate enrollment into School Based ACCESS Program and facilitates implementation.
42. Coordinates special education and program development with LEAs serving resident special education students.
43. Monitors students' academic progress, transition, and graduation credits.
 Gifted Education:
1. Evaluate and improve gifted education programs.
2. Ensure compliance with legal requirements governing gifted education.
3. Maintain all documents pertaining to gifted education.
4. Monitor the completion of Gifted Written Reports (GWR), Gifted Individualized Education Plans (GIEP) and Notice of Recommended Assignment (NORA)
5. Coordinate the PDE compliance monitoring process.
6. Maintains student tracking information required by the state.
7. Assist the school psychologist in determining eligibility requirements for gifted services.
8. Maintain caseloads for all gifted education teachers.
Compliance:
1. Ensure development and maintenance of 504 Compliance records including permissions, evaluations, and plans.
2. Participate in 504 meetings as necessary.
3. Oversee the process of ensuring all staff with a right to know accommodation including nurses, school counselors and teachers.
 Homeless Youth and Foster Care Point of Contact:
1. Comply with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
2. Recommend school policies necessary to effectively comply with the McKinney-Vento Act.
3. Coordinate the PDE compliance monitoring process.
4. Assist and establish Homeless awareness activities.
5. Ensure Title 1 funds are utilized for students experiencing homelessness.
6. Coordinate services including transportation with other school districts and homeless shelters.
7. Develop and maintain complete records of homeless children.
8. Service as the District’s Foster Care Point of Contact and completes Best Interest Determinations (BID) forms as required
9. Formulate MOUs pertaining to transporting students recently places in Foster Care.
 English Language Learners
1. Serves as the supervisor of the ELL program
 Other requirements:
1. Cooperate with the Superintendent in maintaining an effective Administrative Management Team concept.
2. Effect an attitude of loyalty and cooperation toward all members of the Administrative Management Team and all members of the Board.
3. Possess a willingness to delegate responsibility and to accept accountability for decisions made by those so delegated.
4. Provide whatever time is required and necessary to fulfill the professional responsibilities of this position.
5. Contributes to the development of the total District philosophy of education.
6. Fosters good interpersonal relationships among students, staff and parents.
7. Recognizes accomplishments and achievement of students and staff.
8. Exercises decisive leadership in crisis situations.
9. Works effectively with student, staff and parent organizations
10. Shows initiative, foresight, execution, and follow-through.
11. Gives input to decisions made by the administrative team.
12. Serves on district/county-wide committee.
Position Specifications
 
Physical Demands
1. Sitting and/or standing for extended periods.
2. Moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
3. Some carrying – up to 50 pounds.
4. Manual dexterity to use office equipment
5. Repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding.
Sensory Abilities
1. Visual acuity to read correspondence and digital screen.
2. Auditory acuity to be able to hear students speak across a classroom.
3. Clear and articulate speech for effective communication.
Work Environment
1. Generally, classroom or office setting.
Temperament & Cognitive Abilities
1. Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
2. Ability to remain composed under stress.
3. Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
4. Ability to follow written and verbal directions, organize work, and maintain priorities.
5. Strong decision-making and problem solving skills.
 
1. Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to read, write and do complex computations.
2. Ability to use correct grammar, sentence structure and spelling. Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
3. Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks. 
 
Specific Skills
Proficiency in classroom technology and office software.
Valid PA driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed.
The position specifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
 
Adopted: 06/16/1997 Revised: 04/18/2012
Revised: 08/28/2019
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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Custodian 3rd Shift

JobID: 581

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  until filled


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Penns Valley Area School District
JOB DESCRIPTION
 Position:  Custodian       

 Pay rate $16.00 -  $20.00                                                                        
                                                                                                  
Qualifications:  High school diploma or equivalent required; possess knowledge and skills relating to all aspects of facilities custodial care and grounds care to maintain a safe, clean and functional facility; possess personal attributes of honesty, ingenuity, diligence, reliability and dependability; obtain certification as needed to perform assigned task list.
 
Job Summary:  To ensure a clean, safe, healthy, attractive and efficiently functioning facility to insure no problems or interruptions to the educational programs; to execute responsibilities faithfully, conscientiously and intelligently in a cost effective and efficient manner; to promote good public relations including neatness in dress and personal appearance.
 
Major Duties & Functions: 
 
 Scope of Duties:
 
1. Maintain the cleanliness of the building and grounds in all respects.
2. Ensure the proper instructional environment.
3. Cooperate with staff and students to harmoniously achieve the mission and belief of the school.
4. Display a willingness to work overtime as required to ensure that school requirements are satisfied when emergency situations arise.
5. Participate in the opening and/or closing and security of the facility.
6. Ensure that cleaning standards meet established requirements.
7. Properly utilize provided safety equipment when working in situations where hazards potentially exist (i.e. chemicals, etc.).
8. Perform daily task list as assigned by supervisor.
9. Perform related duties required for the daily operation of the school as requested by the Director of Physical Plant/building principal.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sensory Abilities:
 
1. Visual acuity to be able to see when areas are clean and to read labels, correspondence, etc.
2. Ability to detect the smell of hazardous odors.
3. Depth perception to be able to judge distance from objects.
4. Ability to see/hear fire alarm signal.
5. Fine and gross motor coordination.
 
Temperament:
 
1. Ability to perform routine tasks repeatedly to the satisfaction of immediate supervisor.
2. Ability to work as a member of a team.
3. Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with the various publics that use the facility(s).
4. Must be cooperative and service-oriented.
 
Physical/Mental Environment:
 
            O – Occasional 0-33%
            F – Frequent 34-66%
            C – Constant 67-100%
            Physical Functions:
 
                        Bending – F
                        Cleaning/Maintaining – C
                        Guiding – O
                        Lifting – C
                        Loading – F
                        Locking – O
                        Repairing – O
                        Scraping – O
                        Speaking – O
                        Transporting – O
                        Unloading – F
                        Writing – O
  
            Mental Functions:
 
                        Evaluating – F
                        Inspecting – C
                        Interpreting – F
                        Measuring – O
                        Organizing – C
                        Reading – O
 
            Environment:
 
                        Indoor work – C
                        Outdoor work – O
 
Essential Job Functions:
 
1. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
2. Ability to work on all size ladders.
3. Must have and maintain a valid PA driver’s license and the ability to drive all district vehicles.
4. Ability to perform minor maintenance repairs within assigned building as requested by supervisor.
5. Ability to read and write.
6. Ability to operate equipment as needed to complete task list.
 
The position specifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
 
 





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Part Time Para Educator

JobID: 524

Position Type:
  Paraprofessional/Part Time Para Educator


Date Posted:
  3/14/2024


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  Until filled


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Penns Valley Area School District
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position:         Para Educator  -  Openings available now and for the 2024-2025 school year
Supervisor:    Building Principal       

Pay rate $15.10 -$19.18                       
                                                                       
Qualifications: 
Education:  Must have completed at least two years of postsecondary study, or possess and associate degree or higher (in any subject), or meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment (highly qualified test). Possess and maintain up to date CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
Clearances:  Submission of the following original documents:  criminal history from the PA State Police, Section 111 of PA School Code; federal criminal history record and PA Child Abuse History (all processed within one year). All records must indicate no violations as prescribed under the law as defined in school code or deemed unacceptable by the administration.
Alternatives: Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Para educators, each school year, shall provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignment.
 
Can demonstrate an aptitude for doing the work listed below using appropriate skills properly and efficiently; Can demonstrate the physical capability to perform assigned tasks; Can relate well and communicate effectively with administrators, instructional and non-instructional personnel, students, parents and members of the community; Can temper strictness with kindness and fairness when dealing with students; Can interpret and follow directions; Can perform assigned tasks with thoroughness, initiative and responsibility; Can acquire additional skills deemed necessary by the Board.
 
Conditions of Employment: 
Up to thirty seven and one half (37.5) hours per week; work days apply in accordance with the support collective bargaining agreement; overtime requires prior approval from the direct supervisor.
 
Job Summary:
An instructional Para Educator is a school employee who works under the direction of a certificated staff member to support and assist in providing instructional programs and services to children with disabilities or other eligible children. The support and assistance includes one-on-one or group review of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management and implementation of positive behavior support plans. Para Educators provide one-to-one support and assistance to a student, including support and assistance in the use of medical equipment (for example, augmentative communication devices; activities of daily living including personal hygiene; and monitoring health and behavior). A Para Educator may provide support to more than one student. Services may be provided in a special education class, regular education class or other instructional setting as provided in the student’s IEP.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:
 
1. Escort student(s) to and from class, restrooms, cafeteria, bus and other areas and provide support during these activities as needed.
2. Assist the classroom teacher(s) with the presentation of learning materials and activities as needed.
3. Assist the teacher in achieving instructional objectives by working with individual students or small groups.
4. Tutor students individually to reinforce and follow up learning activity.
5. Help students attend to tasks, complete seat work and carry out responsibilities in the classroom.
6. Attend to the personal needs of any student(s) which could include personal hygiene, physical restraint, IEP goals, etc.
7. Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce planned objectives or skills development.
8. Assist the teacher in providing special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities.
9. Operate and care for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
10. Assist with independent study, enrichment work and remedial work planned by the teacher.
11. Assist with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, recess, lunch periods and field trips.
12. Maintain the same level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected of professional educators.
13. Participate in in-service training programs as assigned.
14. Perform other work as assigned by the teacher/direct supervisor/Director of Student Support.
 
Position Specifications
 
Physical Demands               
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods.
Moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
Some carrying – up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity to use office equipment and transcribe written work for students if necessary.
Repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding.
 
 
Sensory Abilities                              
Visual acuity to read correspondence, computer screen.
Auditory acuity to be able to hear students speak from across a classroom.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
 
Work Environment                         
Generally, classroom.
 
Temperament                                   
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Ability to respond positively under stressful work situations.
Must be courteous, respectful and efficient.
Must be cooperative, congenial, and student service-oriented, and promote these qualities within the school.
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
 
Cognitive Ability                              
Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Ability to read, write and do complex computations.
Ability to use correct grammar, sentence structure and spelling.
Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
Ability to organize classroom environment to efficiently accomplish tasks.
Ability to work independently and make work-related decisions.
Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
 
Specific Skills                                   
Ability to operate classroom equipment and use computer technology efficiently. 
Must appropriately handle confidential information.
Ability to use all necessary classroom technology.
 
 
 
The position specifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
 
Adopted:  1/19/2011
 




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Day to Day Nurse Substitute - All schools

JobID: 443

Position Type:
  Student Support Services/School Nurse


Date Posted:
  7/25/2023


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  23-24


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Day to Day Nurse Substitue to include Nurses, LPN or RN's

LPN's hourly rate is $12
RN is based on a daily rate $115




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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Day to Day Professional Substitute Teacher

JobID: 564

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  8/9/2024


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  24-25 school year


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Penns Valley Area School District
Day to Day Professional Substitue Teachers needed in all areas!
           
Graduated Pay Scale for Subs
Step 1	Starting Rate	$      120.00
Step 2	After 30 days	$      125.00
Step 3	After 60 days	$      130.00
Step 4	After 90 days	$      135.00
Long-term sub rate	After 5 consecutive days in same position.	$      145.00
 
 





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Day to Day Support Substitute - All schools

JobID: 565

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher Assistant


Date Posted:
  8/9/2024


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  24-25 School Year


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Day to Day Support Substitue to include Classroom Aides, Personal Care Aides and Nurses, LPN or RN's          
Graduated Pay Scale for Subs
Step 1	Starting Rate	$         13.00
Step 2	After 30 days	$         13.50
Step 3	After 60 days	$         14.00
Step 4	After 90 days	$         14.50





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Openings as of 3/30/2025

Part Time Van Driver

JobID: 566

Position Type:
  Transportation/Part Time Van Driver


Date Posted:
  9/23/2024


Location:
  Penns Valley Elementary/Intermediate


Closing Date:
  until filled


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 JOB DESCRIPTION
 
           
Position:	Van Driver	Personnel   Category: Support
Immediate Supervisor:	Business Manager	Building   Assignment:  N/A
 
 
 
typically drive daily from 6:00am - 8-:30am and 2:00pm - 4:30PM
 
Qualifications:  High school diploma or equivalent required; possess valid driver’s license and excellent driving record; must be able to pass a physical examination; possess personal attributes of honesty, ingenuity, diligence, reliability and dependability.
 
           
 
Job Summary:  Drive school vehicle to transport students to/from school following specified routes and to/from special school-related excursions as assigned; ensures the safety of all students from pick up to drop off. Complies with all traffic regulations.
 
 
 
Major Duties & Responsibilities: Would include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:
 
         
 
1. Drive assigned school vehicle in a safe, professional manner including complying with all traffic ordinances. Show proficiency in handling and maneuvering a passenger van.

2. Perform and properly complete daily pre-trip inspections of vehicle, and inform maintenance department of any improper function at the earliest practical time after discovery.

3. Report observations and/or incidents (e.g., discipline, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel. Comply with all discipline policies.

4. Must be sensitive to confidential information (e.g., student medical records, student disabilities, etc.).

5. Assist students and other passengers (e.g. seating, restraints, special equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from vehicles including both emergency situations and normal transport.

6. Build and maintain positive relationships with the students assigned to the route.

7. Effectively communicate with parents and school staff regarding student concerns, changes to the route and/or other pertinent information.

8. Maintain assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior (e.g. cleaning floors/windows/seats, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.

9. Responsible for adding fuel to vehicle to ensure sufficient quantities for regular/extra runs.

10. Responsible for written daily student attendance paperwork and monthly mileage sheets that must be submitted to transportation office one time per month.

11. Attend training as required to perform job.
 
 
 
 
 
Sensory Abilities:
 
 
 
1. Visual acuity to be able to see traffic signals and signs.

2. Depth perception to be able to judge distance fromobjects.

3. Fine and gross motorcoordination.
 
 
 
Temperament:
 
 
 
1. Must possess the emotional maturity and stability required to work with students who have special medical needs.

2. Must be courteous and able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, and school community.

3. Must be cooperative and service-oriented.
 
 
 
Physical/MentalEnvironment:
 
 
 
O – Occasional 0-33% F – Frequent 34-66% C – Constant67-100%
 
 
 
PhysicalFunctions:
 
 
 
Bending – O Cleaning/Maintaining – O
 
Lifting – O
 
Loading – F
 
Locking - O
 
Repairing – O
 
Scraping - O
 
Sitting - C
 
Speaking – F
 
Transporting –C
 
Unloading – F
 
Writing –O
 
 
 
MentalFunctions:
 
 
 
Evaluating – C Inspecting – C Interpreting – F Measuring – O Organizing – O Reading –F
 
 
 
Environment:
 
Indoor work – O
 
Outdoor work – C
 
 
 
Essential JobFunctions:
 
 
 
1. Ability to lift 50 pounds.

2. Must have and maintain a valid PA driver’s license and the ability to drive all district passenger vehicles.

3. Ability to read and write.
 
 
 
The position specifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.
 
 
 
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with theAmericans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may beassigned.
 
 
 
 
 
 





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