Employment Opportunities
Come join the IU9 team! We are always looking for great people to join us in supporting and educating special education students in Cameron, Elk, McKean, and Potter Counties..
Application Process
To begin the application process, download the employment application or PA standard teacher application as applicable. In addition, please visit our Clearances & Fingerprinting page for instructions on how to obtain required clearances. Send your completed application and additional documentation as instructed for each position.
Immediate Openings
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Accounts Payable Clerk
Part-time position, 21 hours per week. Applicants should have a basic knowledge of office practices, experience in accounts payable is helpful.
Questions may be directed to 814-887-5512, ext. 134.
Send letter of interest, resume, and application to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
814-887-5512
EOE
Early Intervention Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide Positions Available in Bradford, Coudersport, Emporium, Kane, and Kersey
Do you want to have a positive impact on young children? Have you thought about working in the field of education? Come join our team! The Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit Nine early intervention preschool program is looking for part-time paraeducators to work in their preschool classrooms. These positions involve supporting preschool students in a special education setting as well as assisting the teacher in preparing materials necessary for classroom instruction. Applications for substitute paraeducators and teachers are also welcome! A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. If you would like more information, please contact Julia Anderson, director of special education, at (814) 887-5512. EOE
Full-Time McKean County Birth to 3 Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Service Coordinator shall assist infants/toddlers and their families/caregivers to gain access to services and supports appropriate to their needs. SC shall meet with families in their homes or community locations, conduct family interviews, coordinate evaluation/IFSP meetings, monitor progress and maintain infants’/toddlers’ files. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree which includes 12 credits in early intervention, early childhood special education, early childhood education, child development, special education, family counseling, family studies, social welfare, psychology or other comparable social sciences, and one year of full-time or full-time equivalent experience working with or providing counseling to children, families or individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants may also have an associate’s degree or 60 credit hours in any of the above- mentioned fields of study and three years of full-time or full-time equivalent experience working with or providing counseling to children, families, or individuals with disabilities. Send letter of interest, resume, PA standard application, transcripts, Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearance, and references to: Sandy Vossler, HR, Seneca Highlands IU9, 119 S. Mechanic Street, Smethport, PA 16749; (814) 887-5512. EOE.
Full-Time Special Education Teacher - Cameron County High School
Requires: Special Education Teaching Certificate.
Direct questions and send letter of interest, application, current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to:
Julia Anderson
Director of Special Education
Seneca Highlands IU9
119 S. Mechanic St., Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide: Full-time Position - AC-South, St. Mary's, PA
Requirement: High school diploma.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
EOE
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide: Full-Time – Port Allegany Achievement Center
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide: Full-Time - Cameron County High School
Requirement: High school diploma.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide: Part-Time – Austin Area School District
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide: Part-Time - Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center (CTC)
Part-time position available at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center (CTC) Port Allegany, PA.
Requirement: High school diploma.
Send letter of interest, application, current resume, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
119 S Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Part-time Autism Support Paraprofessional - Woodland Elementary, Emporium PA
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR,
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Part-time CBVI Job Coach in McKean/Elk/Potter Counties
The CBVI job coach is a part-time position (a maximum of 29 hours/week) at an hourly rate to be determined at the time of hire. This position requires a high school diploma or GED-equivalent with preference given to associates and/or bachelors degree holders and/or those with relative experience working with teenagers or young adults. The ability to obtain Act 34, 151, and FBI clearances, along with a clean driving record is required. The job coach must complete substitute teacher training or job coach training certification, as well as first aid certification. They must also participate in the IU9’s annual in-service and quarterly CBVI meetings. Responsibilities may include light physical demands and hours may be scheduled outside of normal school day hours.
The CBVI job coach provides transportation, supervision, instruction, and assistance to students and recent graduates with disabilities in a community work setting. The job coach’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Daily activity logs, as well as bi-weekly and monthly assessments
- Maintenance and cleaning of assigned IU9 car
- Assist students with post-training or post-job shadow surveys
- Assist students with completing interest Inventories
- Maintain confidentiality of student records
- Communicate student progress/needs, questions/concerns from worksites, parents, school, etc. to coordinator and other appropriate staff
- Familiarize him/herself with child labor laws and safety standards
The job coach must adhere to IU9, school district, and worksite policies and regulations, including confidentiality of all matters.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Part-time & Full-time Interpreters
Qualifications are:
- Pennsylvania state registered with Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) or
- Holds a minimum on educational interpreting performance assessment (EIPA) of 3.5 or higher
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Part-time and Full-time Teacher of the Visually Impaired
Itinerant, full-time, 190-day position available immediately. Must have appropriate certification.
Send letter of interest, resume, PA standard application, transcripts, Acts 34, 114, and 151 clearance, and references to:
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands IU9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Part-time Life Skills Paraprofessional Position Available at Woodland Elementary and Emporium, PA
Requirement: High school diploma.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to
Sandy Vossler, HR
Seneca Highlands IU9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
School Psychologist/Interns, Part-time/Full-time
Full-time position to provide support and services within our area school districts. Services may include evaluations, observations, counseling, and training. School psychologist certification required.
Excellent benefit package, including employer student loan contribution of up to $5,250 per year available.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Substitute Classroom Teachers, Paraprofessionals/Classroom Aides, Transportation Aides, OT, PT, Speech, and Interpreters
Immediate openings for day-to-day positions supporting students and classrooms in Potter, Cameron, McKean, and Elk Counties. Training provided. Requires teaching certificate or bachelor's degree (substitute teacher)/high school diploma (aide). Updated rates: $135/day for substitute teachers and $75/day for substitute aides - plus mileage.
Individuals holding the following qualifications may now serve as substitute teachers:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 60 college credits and 25 years old or older
- Student currently enrolled in a teacher program and has 60 completed credits
- Retired teacher
Individuals holding a high school diploma may serve as classroom aides.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, and resume to:
Sandy Vossler
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE
Notice of Non-discrimination
It is the policy of the Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit IX not to discriminate on the basis of sex, age, handicap, race, color, religion, marital status, veterans status, or national or ethnic origin in its educational program, admission policies, employment policies, enforced by federal law under Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
