Current Openings
NOTIFICATION OF AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Date: November 10, 2022
Position: Anticipated Title I Instructional Paraprofessional
Hours: 5.95 hours per day, Monday through Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch
JOB SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the principal, in cooperation with the teachers, performs the necessary duties to assist in assigned instructional areas to meet the individual needs of students.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adheres to daily schedule and assignments given by administrators and/or teachers
- Interacts with students, encourages their performance, observes progress and meets instructional needs as they arise
- Works with elementary students individually or in small groups to reinforce skills
- Shares observations of students with the classroom teacher
- When appropriate, participates in staff meetings, conferences, and trainings
- Assists in the preparation of materials as directed
- Obtains supplies and necessary equipment for student activities
- Maintain necessary records, including data collection
- Helps build confidence in students through one-on-one and small group interactions
- Follows accepted principles, practices, rules and regulations of the West Branch Area School District
- Assists with student assignment as directed
- Completes minimal clerical work as pertains to instructional programming and as directed by the elementary principal
- Follows all teacher directives as to how students are instructed
- Maintains positive relationships and demonstrates respect to staff and students of the West Branch ASD
- Maintains confidentiality of assignments, school records, students’ performance, and all school related information
- Assists with tutoring and PSSA preparation
- Recognizes the professional knowledge of administrators and teachers and supports their educational decisions regarding students and/or curriculum
- Any duties as assigned by the building principal/supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS: 2 YEARS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, ASSOCIATES DEGREE, OR HIGHLY QUALIFIED STATUS ACCORDING TO THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Willingness to work with children in a specialized program. Strong interpersonal skills required with knowledge of basic math, English, punctuation, and spelling are necessary. Routine record keeping. Ability to exercise good judgment, use discretion, work independently, and maintain confidentiality. Interact positively with students, parents, and staff members. Organize, supervise, and instruct students in a variety of activities related to a specialized program. Speak, read, and write clearly and distinctly. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Demonstrate genuine empathy for children. Balancing, stooping, twisting, and crouching in repetitive motions, along with reaching with extended hands and arms in repetitive motion. Walking at moderate pace, able to lift twenty (20) pounds to a vertical height of thirty-six (36) inches. Required to use hands and fingers to pick, pinch, seize, hold, grasp, and to feel. Able to communicate verbally and to have no more than a forty (40) decibel hearing loss. Vision clarity requirements are far, near and mid-range (less than twenty (20) inches and over twenty (20) feet) along with depth perception, visual quality, ability to identify colors and field of vision. Work is internal office-type environment with some levels of noise.
Please submit a letter of interest to Stacey Guenot, 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Deadline for applications is 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 24, 2022.
Date: November 3, 2022
Positions: Personal Care Paraprofessional: Assignment – accompany student to Bridge Program at
Centre Hall Elementary/Penns Valley School District
Hours: 8 Hours per day, Monday thru Friday full-time position with benefits for the duration of the student’s placement with the Bridge
Program (Transportation is available upon request.)
JOB SUMMARY: Serve as paraprofessional to assist Bridge Program student with various tasks they need to accomplish as part of their learning environment.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists the student with academic problems as directed by teacher.
- Assists the student with any physical needs after they have entered the school building and until they leave, such as dressing and undressing, fire drills, eating, wheelchair mobility, etc.
- Reads to the student, listens to student read and participate in other skill building communication exercises.
- Works with the student to reinforce material already learned or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
- Assists the student with related health service and toileting and accompany students on field trips. May need to lift students on regular basis.
- Assists the teacher in dealing with the individual student’s academic progress and related social problems as they relate to the instructional program.
- Communicates in writing to parents, if requested, on the subject matter covered.
- Will assist the child with physical exercises when requested by physical or occupational therapists.
- Performs other duties as requested by the principal.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be 20 years of age or older. High school graduate, proficient in English and math. Balancing, stooping, twisting, and crouching in repetitive motions along with reaching with extended hands and arms in repetitive motion. Walking at moderate pace, able to life fifty (50) pounds to a vertical height of thirty (30) inches. Required to use hands and fingers to pick, pinch, seize, hold and grasp to feel. Able to communicate verbally and to have no more than a forty (40) decibel hearing loss. Vision clarity requirements are far, near and mid-range (less than twenty (20) inches over and twenty (20) feet) along with depth perception, visual quality, ability to identify colors and field of vision. Work is internal office-type environment, some levels of noise, with ability to exert pounds of force. May be required to assist student with orthopedic devices. When needed, aide is responsible for making sure physically disabled student is safely removed from or placed in appropriate seat and transported to and from classroom. Must be aware of student medication and possible reactions and any allergies.
Please submit a letter of interest to Stacey Guenot, 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Deadline for applications is 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 17, 2022.
Date: November 2, 2022
Positions: Head Varsity Baseball Coach
Head Junior High Wrestling Coach
Positions Available: Immediately
Application Deadline: November 16, 2022
Please respond to Stacey Guenot, Secretary to the Superintendent, with a letter of interest and resume by Wednesday, November 16, 2022.
516 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
Date: October 25, 2022
Position: Pre-K Classroom Paraprofessional (through remainder of 2022-23 school year)
Hours: 5.95 Hours per day, Monday thru Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch.
JOB SUMMARY: Serves to assist teachers with various duties requiring working with children and performing various clerical duties.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate small group instruction under the direction of the teacher
- Assist individual students with readiness/academic activities as directed.
- Prepares instructional materials.
- Distributes and collects materials and papers used by students for instructional purposes.
- Assists the teacher in dealing with individual student’s academic and social problems as they relate to the instructional program.
- Works closely with the teacher in maintaining established standards of proper student behavior.
- Assists with student assessments.
- Assists teachers in preparing progress reports.
- May be required to escort students, in HALL to classes, ect., and accompany students on field trips.
- Monitor/assist students in the restrooms and cafeteria as needed.
- Work in regular classrooms with inclusion students.
- May be required to tutor small groups of students under teacher direction.
- Performs other job related duties as directed by the teacher or supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must hold one of the following certifications:
- CDA Certification for Preschool
- 2 years of Post-Secondary Education (Associates Degree)
- Two years of post-secondary education (minimum of 60 credits)
Willingness to work with children. Strong interpersonal skills required with knowledge of basic math, English, punctuation, and spelling are necessary. Balancing, stooping, twisting, and crouching in repetitive motions, along with reaching with extended hands and arms in repetitive motion. Walking at moderate pace, able to lift twenty (20) pounds to a vertical height of thirty-six (36) inches. Required to use hands and fingers to pick, pinch, seize, hold, grasp, and to feel. Able to communicate verbally and to have no more than a forty (40) decibel hearing loss. Vision clarity requirements are far, near and mid-range (less than twenty (20) inches and over twenty (20) feet) along with depth perception, visual quality, ability to identify colors and field of vision. Work is internal office-type environment with some levels of noise.
Please submit a letter of interest to Mrs. Stacey Guenot.
Deadline for applications is 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
Date: October 19, 2022
Position: School Psychologist
Hours: Full – Time
The West Branch Area School District has an opening for a school psychologist. The successful candidate will be responsible for psychoeducational evaluation to identify exceptional children based on Pennsylvania Chapter 14 and 16-education law. Collaborate with school, family, and community stakeholders. Recommend modifications and accommodations through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study or evaluative process to meet students’ educational programming needs. Serve as an advocate for children and families to help all students learn and succeed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete evaluations to determine students’ eligibility for services based on Pennsylvania educational law (Chapters 14, 15, and/or 16) after parent permission is granted.
- Serve as chairperson of the district Multidisciplinary Evaluation teams (MDE) and serve as a member of the district IEP teams on an as-needed basis.
- Participate in the reevaluation process as needed as specified in the Special Education Standards and Regulations (Chapters 342, 14, 15, and 16).
- Provide counseling, behavioral services, and consultation to teachers for children who are referred to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study, or who are identified as needing such services through the evaluation process on an as-needed basis.
- Serve as a consultant regarding the educational progress of both whole classrooms and individual children.
- Develop a working knowledge of Chapters 342, 14, 15, and 16 as they relate to the referral, evaluation, and placement of exceptional children.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all educational options available for children in the West Branch Area School District, including programs through the Intermediate Unit and other agencies.
- Communicate with professionals, parents, and community agency personnel regarding the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study, the evaluation process, individualized education programs, section 504 plans, and other educational and/or social-emotional service planning on an as-needed basis.
- Maintain an awareness of all revisions and updates regarding forms and procedures related to the evaluative and the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study process.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding classroom management and individual behavioral strategies that can be used to benefit all students.
- Participate in Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem-solving meetings through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study process.
- Monitor the procedures for students referred for special education evaluations in the district, noting times, personnel responsibilities for data, information, etc.
- Observe children in the school environment if deemed appropriate to identify personality, social, and learning factors that affect the child.
- Serve on committees when appropriate regarding school and district initiatives; i.e., PBIS, prevention of retention, grants, planning schedules in a multi-tiered system of support framework, etc.
- Maintain school psychologist certification by participating in training that is relevant to the position.
- Perform other such duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or Special Education Supervisor.
Education/Requirements:
- School Psychologist Certificate for Pennsylvania.
- Master’s Degree in School Psychology.
- Advanced professional training in child and adolescent development, counseling, learning theory, academic and behavioral interventions, consultation, and assessment.
Deadline to Apply
Applicants will be reviewed until the position is filled.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, reference letters, current Acts 34, 114, 151 clearances, and Mandated Reporter Training to:
Stacey Guenot, Assistant to the Superintendent
516 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
sguenot@westbranch.org
West Branch Area Principal Posting
Middle School Principal – West Branch Area School District, 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA (Clearfield County, Central Intermediate Unit 10)
The West Branch Area School District is seeking a highly qualified educator to serve as Middle School Principal. The building principal is responsible for providing educational leadership and management oversight of building personnel in implementing educational programming, curriculum, instruction, safety, and district policies and procedures within the building. Responsible for overseeing and supervising all school operations, personnel, and activities within the building. Collaborating and working closely with other administrators, staff, students, and the public in addressing and meeting the educational needs and goals of the District, students, and families.
To make an initial application, send a letter of interest and resume to:
Stacey Guenot, Administrative Assistant
West Branch Area School District
516 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
Original transcripts, Pennsylvania Education Certificate, Standard Employment Application, letters of reference, and all mandatory clearances will be required at the time of interview. Deadline for application is November 4, 2022. First consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, November 4, 2022. EOE
Date: October 5, 2022
Position: Pre-K Teacher
Hours: Full-Time (Monday through Friday)
QUALIFICATIONS: CURRENT PA TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION REQUIRED – EXPERIENCE AT PRE-K LEVEL STRONGLY PREFERRED
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot by October 18, 2022.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Date: September 29, 2022
Positions: Dedicated Paraprofessional Substitute ($11/hour)
Hours: 5.95 hours daily/Monday through Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be 20 years of age or older and a high school graduate.
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot.
Position will remain open until filled.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Date: September 29, 2022
Positions: Dedicated Substitute Teacher ($120/day)
Hours: 7.5 hours daily/Monday through Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch
QUALIFICATIONS: CURRENT PA TEACHING CERTIFICATION OR BACHELOR’S DEGREE WITH GUEST SUBSTITUTE TEACHER PROGRAM
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot.
Position will remain open until filled.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
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Permanent Employment Applications
Standard Employment Application: Here (pdf)
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Standard Custodial Application: Here (pdf)
Standard Cafeteria Application: Here (pdf)
Clearances
Act 151 – PA Child Abuse History clearance: Here
Act 34 – PA State Police Criminal Record clearance: Here
Act 114 – FBI Fingerprint Criminal Record clearance (School District code 1KG6XN) : Here
Act 24 and Act 82 – Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form: Here
Date: October 19, 2022
Position: School Psychologist
Hours: Full – Time
The West Branch Area School District has an opening for a school psychologist. The successful candidate will be responsible for psychoeducational evaluation to identify exceptional children based on Pennsylvania Chapter 14 and 16-education law. Collaborate with school, family, and community stakeholders. Recommend modifications and accommodations through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study or evaluative process to meet students’ educational programming needs. Serve as an advocate for children and families to help all students learn and succeed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete evaluations to determine students’ eligibility for services based on Pennsylvania educational law (Chapters 14, 15, and/or 16) after parent permission is granted.
- Serve as chairperson of the district Multidisciplinary Evaluation teams (MDE) and serve as a member of the district IEP teams on an as-needed basis.
- Participate in the reevaluation process as needed as specified in the Special Education Standards and Regulations (Chapters 342, 14, 15, and 16).
- Provide counseling, behavioral services, and consultation to teachers for children who are referred to the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study, or who are identified as needing such services through the evaluation process on an as-needed basis.
- Serve as a consultant regarding the educational progress of both whole classrooms and individual children.
- Develop a working knowledge of Chapters 342, 14, 15, and 16 as they relate to the referral, evaluation, and placement of exceptional children.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all educational options available for children in the West Branch Area School District, including programs through the Intermediate Unit and other agencies.
- Communicate with professionals, parents, and community agency personnel regarding the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study, the evaluation process, individualized education programs, section 504 plans, and other educational and/or social-emotional service planning on an as-needed basis.
- Maintain an awareness of all revisions and updates regarding forms and procedures related to the evaluative and the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study process.
- Consult with classroom teachers regarding classroom management and individual behavioral strategies that can be used to benefit all students.
- Participate in Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem-solving meetings through the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)/Child Study process.
- Monitor the procedures for students referred for special education evaluations in the district, noting times, personnel responsibilities for data, information, etc.
- Observe children in the school environment if deemed appropriate to identify personality, social, and learning factors that affect the child.
- Serve on committees when appropriate regarding school and district initiatives; i.e., PBIS, prevention of retention, grants, planning schedules in a multi-tiered system of support framework, etc.
- Maintain school psychologist certification by participating in training that is relevant to the position.
- Perform other such duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or Special Education Supervisor.
Education/Requirements:
- School Psychologist Certificate for Pennsylvania.
- Master’s Degree in School Psychology.
- Advanced professional training in child and adolescent development, counseling, learning theory, academic and behavioral interventions, consultation, and assessment.
Deadline to Apply
Applicants will be reviewed until the position is filled.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, PA Standard Teaching Application, transcripts, reference letters, current Acts 34, 114, 151 clearances, and Mandated Reporter Training to:
Stacey Guenot, Assistant to the Superintendent
516 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
sguenot@westbranch.org
West Branch Area Principal Posting
Middle School Principal – West Branch Area School District, 516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA (Clearfield County, Central Intermediate Unit 10)
The West Branch Area School District is seeking a highly qualified educator to serve as Middle School Principal. The building principal is responsible for providing educational leadership and management oversight of building personnel in implementing educational programming, curriculum, instruction, safety, and district policies and procedures within the building. Responsible for overseeing and supervising all school operations, personnel, and activities within the building. Collaborating and working closely with other administrators, staff, students, and the public in addressing and meeting the educational needs and goals of the District, students, and families.
To make an initial application, send a letter of interest and resume to:
Stacey Guenot, Administrative Assistant
West Branch Area School District
516 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
Original transcripts, Pennsylvania Education Certificate, Standard Employment Application, letters of reference, and all mandatory clearances will be required at the time of interview. Deadline for application is November 4, 2022. First consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, November 4, 2022. EOE
Date: October 5, 2022
Position: Pre-K Teacher
Hours: Full-Time (Monday through Friday)
QUALIFICATIONS: CURRENT PA TEACHING CERTIFICATION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION REQUIRED – EXPERIENCE AT PRE-K LEVEL STRONGLY PREFERRED
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot by October 18, 2022.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Date: September 29, 2022
Positions: Dedicated Paraprofessional Substitute ($11/hour)
Hours: 5.95 hours daily/Monday through Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be 20 years of age or older and a high school graduate.
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot.
Position will remain open until filled.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Date: September 29, 2022
Positions: Dedicated Substitute Teacher ($120/day)
Hours: 7.5 hours daily/Monday through Friday with 30-minute duty free lunch
QUALIFICATIONS: CURRENT PA TEACHING CERTIFICATION OR BACHELOR’S DEGREE WITH GUEST SUBSTITUTE TEACHER PROGRAM
Must be able to obtain Act 34, Act 151 and fingerprinting clearances, Mandated Reporter Training, TB test and physical.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Stacey Guenot.
Position will remain open until filled.
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA 16858.
Date: September 22, 2022
Positions: Jr. High Head Girls Basketball Coach
Jr. High Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Position Available: Immediately
Application Deadline: October 13, 2022
Please respond to Stacey Guenot with a letter of interest and a resume by Thursday, October 13, by 3:00 p.m. sguenot@westbranch.org
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Substitute Employment Applications
Education Staffing Solution – ESS
With the vision of enhancing the educational experience for students, Education Staffing Solution hires, trains, and places talented substitute personnel. Education Staffing Solution offer a variety of positions to match your availability and interests. Apply now to join the Education Staffing Solution team – we will give you the training and guidance you need to succeed!
Volunteer Information
Volunteer Instructions: Here
Affidavit-FBI Fingerprinting: Here
I-9 Form: Here
Permanent Employment Applications
Standard Employment Application: Here (pdf)
Standard PA Teaching Application: Here (pdf)
Standard Custodial Application: Here (pdf)
Standard Cafeteria Application: Here (pdf)
Clearances
Act 151 – PA Child Abuse History clearance: Here
Act 34 – PA State Police Criminal Record clearance: Here
Act 114 – FBI Fingerprint Criminal Record clearance (School District code 1KG6XN) : Here
Act 24 and Act 82 – Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form: Here