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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Early Intervention Paraeducator Positions Available in Bradford and Coudersport
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 both part-time and substitute paraeducators to work in our preschool classrooms. We currently have part-time openings in Bradford, Coudersport, and Kersey. These positions involve supporting preschool students in a special education setting as well as assisting the teacher in preparing materials necessary for classroom instruction. A high school diploma or its equivalent is required. If you would like more information, please contact Amy Jacob, supervisor of early intervention, at (814) 887-5512, ext. 305.
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 S. Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
EOE.
Job Coach, Full-Time Position
Assist students in learning on-the-job skills at job sites in Potter County. Hours available during and beyond a typical school day. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree with related experience.
Send letter of interest, application, current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to:
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
119 S. Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
EOE.
OTR, Full-Time
190-day position. PA state occupational therapist license required. Responsibilities may include screenings, evaluations, team collaboration, IEP development, and other duties.
Send letter of interest, resume, application, transcripts, and three current letters of reference and clearances to:
Seneca Highlands IU9
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
119 S. Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
EOE
Paraeducator, Full-Time - Coudersport High School Life Skills
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512, ext. 133
EOE
Paraeducator: Part-Time – Learning Support - Coudersport High School
Part time in Coudersport.
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512, ext. 133
EOE.
Paraeducator, Part-Time - Life Skills Classroom - Cameron County Elementary School
Position available in Woodland Elementary, Emporium.
Requirement: High school diploma.
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512, ext. 133
EOE.
Part-Time Paraeducator - Oswayo Valley Elementary 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, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 South Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512, ext. 133
EOE.
Part-Time Paraprofessional - Oswayo Valley Elementary 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, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands IU9
119 S. Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
EOE.
School Psychologist
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
Speech Pathologist, Substitute
Requires Pennsylvania license and CCC’s. Consideration will be given to graduates in their CFY year.
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 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 S. Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE.
Substitute Physical Therapist
Needed for the first semester of the 2022–2023 school year.
Requires: Valid PT or PTA license.
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 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
EOE.
Substitute Paraeducator Position - Oswayo Valley School District from February 5 to end of the School Year
Requirement: High school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, references, copy of Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, Human Resources
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512, ext. 133
EOE.
Substitute Classroom Teachers, Classroom Aides, and Transportation Aides
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 S 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.
