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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Adult Educator, Part-time
Seneca Highlands IU9 is seeking a part-time adult educator to serve Cameron County. The adult educator is responsible for instruction, assessment, and case management for adult students who are interested in improving their academic skills in order to obtain a high school equivalency diploma, get a job, or advance in a job. Bachelor’s degree required. Teaching certification preferred, but not required. For questions regarding this position contact Mrs. Kelly Davis. Applications are accepted until position is filled
Send letter of interest, application, current resume, copy of certification, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances to:
Sandy Vossler, HR Manager
Seneca Highlands IU9
119 Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
Certified School Pyschologist
Full or part-time positions available for McKean and Potter Counties. Background in Autism and/or behavioral supports preferred. EOE
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 Intermediate Unit IX
119 S. Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
Classroom Aides
Part-time position available in Coudersport High School, Inclusion Support. EOE.
Requirements: high school diploma
Direct questions and submit application, letter of interest, resume, references, Act 34, 114, and 151 to:
Julia Anderson, Director of Special Education Services
janderson@iu9.org
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit IX
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
Contracted Custodial Services
The Seneca Highlands IU9 is accepting quotations for contracted custodial services at the 119 S Mechanic Street location. Services performed outside of regular business hours and include cleaning entry ways and lobby, offices, restrooms, kitchen, conference rooms, and high traffic areas and hallways. You may request site visits of the building upon request by emailing Anita Danielson or calling (814) 887-5512 ext. 131. We receive proposals in writing no later than August 1, 2022.
Mail to: Seneca Highlands IU9
Attention: Anita Danielson
119 S Mechanic Street,
Smethport, PA 16749
Early Intervention Paraeducator Positions available in Bradford & 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 two part-time openings in both Bradford and Coudersport. 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
Early Intervention Preschool Position
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit Nine Early Intervention Preschool is looking for a full-time preschool teacher in Bradford.
The position entails running an early intervention preschool classroom full time.
To qualify for this position, you must hold a current Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education or Special Education.
If you would like more information, please contact Amy Jacob, Supervisor of Early Intervention, at (814) 887-5512, ext. 305.
Network/Systems Administrator
Intermediate Unit Nine (IU9) is looking for a highly-capable and forward-thinking network/systems administrator. This role will report directly to the director of technology, and will be working with the member district leadership teams and staff members to drive technology improvements in their districts. This position will support member districts in all facets of their technology including: designing and implementing internal networks, wi-fi networks, server virtualization, and server administration.
Bachelor's degree preferred, as well as five (5) years of experience in IT with a background in technology planning and purchasing. Applicants should have the ability to evaluate, develop, nurture, promote and sustain a positive work climate for the technology team.
Works with member districts (currently Austin Area School District, Coudersport Area School District, Galeton Area School District, Johnsonburg Area School District, Seneca Highlands CTC, and Seneca Highlands IU9)
Qualified candidates should be able to demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
- Network LAN Infrastructure and Design
- Wi-Fi Planning, Implementation, and Troubleshooting
- Firewalls
- Server Virtualization
- Backups and Disaster Recovery
- Network Rack Organization
The candidate should be
- highly organized and self-motivated to complete projects;
- able to write and speak effectively to both technical and non-technical staff;
- able to to work independently and on teams;
- able to support, train, and develop technical staff;
- detail oriented;
- able to troubleshoot and problem solve; and
- able to maintain confidentiality on the files and information for which they gain access
EOE. Please send a resume to:
Ed Bell, Director of Technology
Paraeducator, Aide
Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center in Port Allegany is seeking a paraprofessional/aide to work with students 10–12 grade in technical programs.
29 hours per week, 190 days/year.
Requirement: High school diploma
Send letter of interest, resume, application, and clearances to:
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit 9
Attn: Sandy Vossler
119 S Mechanic St.
Smethport, PA 16749
Deadline: August 16, 2022
EOE
Paraeducator, Part-time
Position available in Woodland Elementary, Emporium. EOE
Requirement: High school diploma.
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
Part-Time and Substitute Paraeducators
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 their preschool classrooms. We currently have openings in Kersey, Bradford, and Coudersport. These positions involve supporting preschool students in a special education setting as well as assisting the teacher in preparing materials necessary for classroom instruction.
Requires: A high school diploma or its equivalent.
If you would like more information, please contact:
Amy Jacob, supervisor of early intervention, at (814) 887-5512, ext. 305
EOE
Personal Care Aide, Part-time
This position provides academic, behavioral, and self-care support to students in the life skills and emotional support programs in Coudersport, PA.
Requires teaching certificate or bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.
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. EOE
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
svossler@iu9.org
Seneca Highlands Intermediate Unit IX
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512 ext. 133
Substitute Physical Therapist
Needed for the first semester of the 2022–2023 school year.
Requires: Valid PT or PTA license. EOE
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 IX
119 S Mechanic Street
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5512
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.
