Job Posting for January 2016
Substitute Teacher - will work to create and enhance a culture of achievement and respect where high
expectations and results are the norm. The Substitute Teacher is responsible for demonstrating
significant and measurable academic gains with the students they teach. Bachelor’s degree required in
Education. Must be Bilingual (Spanish/English). (Per-Diem)
Custodial/Janitorial Worker - will perform custodial and maintenance duties in and around the campus
facilities, troubleshoots, performs minor repairs and responds to emergency calls for service;
implements setup and takedown for a wide variety of campus and community events; works closely
with employees and the public to meet the custodial needs of the area; and resolves problems to ensure
efficient and safe operations. High school diploma; supplemented with three (3) years of related work
experience. Child Abuse, Criminal and FBI Clearances required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus. (PartTime)
Safety Team Member – is responsible to enforce procedural rules and regulation. Ensure the personal
safety of children, staff, visitors, and property. Maintain security and safety for assigned areas. High
School diploma education or GED and two years general experience in security, law enforcement or
military police. Must obtain and maintain School Police credentials. (Part-Time)
Bus Attendant/School Bus Driver - is responsible for operating safely and courteously, a bus or van
through heavy or light city or highway traffic, in all conditions, and following all rules and regulations.
Bus Attendant/School Bus Driver will be providing support within the student transportation services
area with specific responsibilities for assisting special education students during transport to and from
school and/or special activities; ensuring orderly entering and leaving of bus patrons; maintaining seat
chart of riders; and ensuring the safety and sanitation of assigned vehicles. The requirements are: class
B or class A commercial License with S and P endorsements and school bus Yellow Card, with clean
drivers record, at least 2 years’ experience driving school bus. (Part-Time)
Administrative Assistant (Food Service) – will be providing secretarial and administrative support to the
Food Service Department; communicating information to staff, school administration, regulating
agencies, programs and vendors; ensuring compliance with financial, legal and administrative
requirements; tracking and efficient procurement of purchases; and supporting the broad array of
services provided to ASPIRA Inc. of Pennsylvania and ASPIRA Schools through the Food Service
Department. High School diploma or equivalent. Experience working with food service industry
desirable. Experience working with children in a school setting desirable. (Full-Time)
Club Facilitator - will have complete responsibility for the assessment of the student’s needs,
implementation of program activities to meet these needs, maintaining up-to-date files on each student,
and preparing statistical and program reports. The Club Facilitator will be assigned to a school or
program which he/she will work for designated times and days. Associates degree in Education and 2-3
January 7, 2016
years’ experience in a related field. Must be bi-lingual (English/Spanish). Must have knowledge of the
needs of the participant who qualify for the program. Must be familiar with the educational system in
Philadelphia’s School District. (Full-time)
K-5 - Assistant Group Supervisor - A high school diploma or a general educational development
certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education,
child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. This position is
only contracted for the academic year with potential to apply again for summer programming. (PartTime)
K-5 – Teacher’s Aide - will have the responsibility for the assist in the assessment of student’s needs,
implementation of program and activities as well maintain a professional relationship with youth and
their family. High School Diploma required, an Associate’s Degree Preferred in Education or 1 year
related experience. Must be familiar with the educational system of Philadelphia’s School District and
must be bilingual (English/Spanish). (Part-time)
SOL Assistant Group Supervisors (Level 2) - the AGS will be responsible for the implementation of daily
activities (including specialized enrichment activities in the Performing, Visual Arts and Sports areas)
under the guidance of the Site Director. They will also be responsible for coordinating daily activities and
supervising and mentoring youth in the classroom. Must hold a high school diploma plus 30 credit hours
from an accredited college or university in special education, elementary education or human services
subjects, plus three years of experience of direct service with youth. Associates in education or related
human services field preferred. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred. (Part-Time)
Curriculum and Instruction Coordinator – Is to provide leadership in the ongoing development,
assessment and improvement of the instructional program and staff development for the ASPIRA of PA
Schools. Must have a Master degree in Education, teaching certificate, a Principal Certification PK-12 or
Supervisor Certification in Curriculum and Instruction. Experience in a bilingual school setting is
preferred. Experience in either regular and/or special education teaching. (Full-Time)
Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent - will provide administrative support in all operational
matters to the Superintendent of Schools so that he/she may devote maximum attention to the central
problems of education and educational administration. Associate Degree with a major in Office or
Business Administration preferred. Five to ten years of successful office experience. Demonstrated
proficiency in using word processing and data base programs on a personal computer including speed
and accuracy. Excellent verbal communication and writing skills. Ability to greet and respond to
requests from professional staff and the general public. Self-motivated with the ability to work with
little direction. Ability to handle confidential matters, set priorities, and work well under pressure with
an attention to detail. Ability to give direction concerning operational procedures to Central Office staff.
Ability to plan and organize staff development activities for the District’s secretarial staff. (Full-time)
Accountant - Multi entity not for profit group looking for full time employment for accountant to
perform monthly closings, invoicing and reporting to funding sources, budgeting and financial analysis.
Have experience with various computer applications. Must have bachelor’s degree in accounting or
equivalent. Having your C.P.A. certificate is a plus. Minimum of 3 years’ of experience is necessary.
(Full-time)
ASPIRA of PA SCHOOLS (School Year 2015-2016)
High School Math Teacher: High school math teachers are responsible for maintaining an environment
conducive to learning and helping their students master math content in alignment with the Keystone
Exams. Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate students to
develop skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to students’ abilities.
Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from
accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in secondary Math are
required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School English Teacher: High school English teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students master English content in alignment with
the Keystone Exams. Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate
students to develop skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to
students’ abilities. Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians.
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in
secondary English are required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School Biology Teacher: High school Biology teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students’ master Biology content in alignment with
the Keystone Exams. Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate
students to develop skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to
students’ abilities. Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians.
Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in
Biology are required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School Social Studies Teacher: High school Social Studies teachers are responsible for maintaining
an environment conducive to learning and helping their students’ master Social Studies content in
alignment with the Keystone Exams. Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with
students, to motivate students to develop skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust
lessons according to students’ abilities. Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents
and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s
Certificate in Social Studies are required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School Science Teacher: High school General Science teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students’ master general science content in
alignment with the Keystone Exams. Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with
students, to motivate students to develop skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust
lessons according to students’ abilities. Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents
and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s
Certificate in Science are required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School Chemistry Teacher: High school Chemistry teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students’ master Chemistry content. Teachers
should be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate students to develop skills,
attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to students’ abilities. Teachers will
also be expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited
university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in Chemistry are required. Bilingual
abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
High School Computer Teacher: High school Computer teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students’ master computer technology content.
Teachers should be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate students to develop
skills, attitude, and knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to students’ abilities.
Teachers will also be expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from
accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in computer/business
technology are required. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
Special Education Science Teacher: Special education teachers will provide quality services to special
education students in ninth through twelfth grade, through a commitment to team participation in
planning and implementation of student programs including special instruction, tutorial assistance, and
consultation to general education staff. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college
required. A Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in Special Education is required. An additional certificate
in secondary science preferred. Bilingual abilities in Spanish are a preferred. (Full Time)
PreSchool Floater - Assist in various preschool classrooms as assigned, following program and child care
regulations. Floater is utilized mainly to cover breaks and moves from classroom to classroom as
needed. High school diploma or equivalency is required. A CDA required. Two years of experience in
early childhood education programs is preferred. (Part-Time)
SPED Teacher High School - will work to create and enhance a culture of achievement and respect
where high expectations and results are the norm. The Spanish Teacher is responsible for demonstrating
significant and measurable academic gains with the students they teach. Bachelor’s Degree from
accredited university or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in SPED are required. (FullTime)
Bilingual School Counselor - and is responsible for providing emotional, mental, and professional
support to students, and guides them through steps to promote their positive behavior. Bachelor’s
Degree in guidance in counseling, in psychology, in social work, in education or related field from
accredited university or college required. Must be Bilingual. Knowledge of child development specifically of physical, emotional, and developmental patterns. Must possess Pennsylvania school
Counselor certification K-12 or 7-12. (Full-Time)
Kindergarten Spanish Teacher – The Elementary Teacher reports to the School Principal of the ASPIRA
Charter Schools and is responsible for creating a flexible elementary grade program and a class
environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to
motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for
upper elementary grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good
relationships with parents and other staff members. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or
college required. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred. Some knowledge in bilingual education.
Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate required. (Full-Time)
Elementary Teacher –is responsible for creating a flexible elementary grade program and a class
environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to
motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for
upper elementary grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good
relationships with parents and other staff members. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or
college required. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred. Some knowledge in bilingual education.
Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate required. (Full-Time)
ELL Teacher - is responsible for developing bilingual students' ability to effectively perform courses of
study in the English language by implementing the district approved curriculum; documenting teaching
and student progress/activities/outcomes; providing methods to support and/or reinforce classroom
goals in the home; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; developing appropriate lesson
plans and instructional techniques; evaluating students level of English fluency and providing feedback
to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Bachelor’s
Degree from accredited university or college required. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred. Some
knowledge in bilingual education. Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate – Programs Specialist –ESL
required. (Full-Time)
Math Middle Years Teacher – and is responsible for providing students with appropriate learning
activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and
social growth. Math teacher will be able to cultivate in our students the critical thinking and problem
solving skills they will need to enter into high school with a mastery of Mathematics. Bachelor’s Degree
from accredited university or college required. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred. Some
knowledge in bilingual education. Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate required in the area of Middle
Years Math 4-8 or Mathematics 7-12. (Full-Time)
Coordinator of Community Outreach - is responsible to improve student achievement by assisting in the
creation of community involvement in ASPIRA schools by assessing school, parent and other community
needs and coordinating parent involvement, family support activities and community outreach
programs at assigned schools in response to those needs and by assisting in the coordination of the
planning, implementation, monitoring, communicating and evaluation of activities and services for
parents and other community members at school facilities and in the community. Bachelor Degree from
an accredited college or university with major course work in family support, community development,
parent outreach, early childhood, or related field is required. Four years of progressively responsible
experience in assessing parent involvement and/or community education needs and in parent
involvement and/or community education program development, or closely related field. (Full-Time)
High School Creative Writing Teacher: High school English teachers are responsible for maintaining an
environment conducive to learning and helping their students master English content. Teachers should
be able to establish effective rapport with students, to motivate students to develop skills, attitude, and
knowledge, and to create and adjust lessons according to students’ abilities. Teachers will also be
expected to maintain contact with parents and guardians. Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university
or college and a Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate in secondary English are required. Bilingual abilities
in Spanish are a preferred. (Full-Time)
School Nurse - is responsible for provides preventive health services to facilitate the student’s optimal
physical, mental, emotional and social growth and development. Identifies problems and disabilities and
provides such services as case finding, health education, referring and care in order to help prevent
serious health problems which would later be more difficult and costly to address. Supports the
education process by working to assure the health of the students. Qualified to practice as a Registered
Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania (holds a restricted license). Certified in CPR or BLS (or obtain in the
first 6 months). a) B.S.N. or Registered Nurse with a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. Minimum
of one (1) year experience in public health nursing, community health nursing, school health nursing or
pediatric nursing. Pennsylvania Certification School Nurse. Bilingual Preferred strongly (Spanish/English)
(Full-Time)
Lead Administrative Assistant - in providing secretarial and administrative support to the Principal;
communicating information to students, parents, staff, and/or other schools; ensuring compliance with
financial, legal and administrative requirements; and supporting the broad array of services provided to
students, parents, instructional and support employees. High School Diploma or GED required, and
college credits. Associates Degree preferred. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred. Required
English grammar, spelling and punctuation. Technology savvy. IC3 Certification within the contractual
year. (Full-Time)
Receptionist/Clerical Support – to provide reception and clerical support to one of the ASPIRA of PA
School. Responsible for the provision of an efficient reception service, acting as first point of contact
welcoming all visitors to the school. Providing clerical support to keep the school in compliance with
funding requirements. Must have a High School Diploma, college credits preferred and at least 1 year of
experience. (Full-Time)