CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Harrisburg Academy is a dynamic and vibrant community dedicated to developing young scholars, artists, and athletes of character. Faculty and staff alike play an integral role in shaping the experiences of our students. We pride ourselves in recruiting and retaining quality and exceptionally talented employees who are passionate about their field and value lifelong learning.

Established in 1784, Harrisburg Academy is one of the oldest non-public schools in the nation and Harrisburg’s only independent school. Our coed, diverse school community inspires students from age three through 12th grade by providing an academically challenging and globally minded liberal arts education focused on dynamic classroom experiences, strong student outcomes, and a commitment to character development.  The Academy proudly stands as the first school in the greater Harrisburg area to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and merit scholarship.

Harrisburg Academy embraces the diversity of people, cultures, and ideas, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Full Time Positions

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Part-Time Positions

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  • Assistant Middle School Boys' Soccer Coach

    Harrisburg Academy is seeking to hire an Assistant Middle School Boys' Soccer Coach for the fall 2026 season.

    Employment begins August 17, 2026 through October 9, 2026. 

    Applicants should have prior coaching experience or knowledge of the game, and must submit the required clearances.
     
    Harrisburg Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated.
     
    Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearances, a physical, and a TB test are required. Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume via e-mail to John Martin, Assistant Athletic Director, via email at martin.j@harrisburgacademy.org.
     
    Job Type: Part-time
    Schedule:
    • After school 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed
    Experience:
    • Soccer Coaching: 1 year (Required)
    Work Location: In person at Harrisburg Academy
    10 Erford Road, Wormleysburg, PA 17043
  • After-School Program/Childcare Assistant

    Hours: Monday through Friday, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
    Salary starts at $15.00-$17.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience
    Expected hours: 9 – 15 per week
     
    Gain valuable experience for your future career in education and childcare by joining the Harrisburg Academy team of After-School Program/Summer Camp Counselor Assistants! If you are a fun, energetic, and caring individual who enjoys working with children, this part-time afternoon position may be the perfect opportunity for you.
     
    Harrisburg Academy provides all required DHS training certifications at no cost to employees.
     
    This individual is responsible for engaging, teaching, and supervising young children in classroom and outdoor activity areas while creating a safe, positive, and nurturing environment.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Create fun, engaging, and creative activities that support after-school learning, exploration, and play for both groups and individual students.
    • Supervise students in classrooms, outdoor areas, and playgrounds, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
    • Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
    • Foster a positive morale among colleagues.
    • Has strong, clear communication skills with students, colleagues and parents.
    • Follow and reinforce the program rules, expectations, routines and structure.
    • Respond appropriately and consistently to behavioral concerns and student needs.
     
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Demonstrates a strong ability to connect with students and contribute to a positive community culture.
    • Organized, dependable, and purposeful in planning and using materials, while remaining flexible as student and program needs change.
    • Attentive to the physical needs of students.
    • Assists in the orderly arrival, transition, and dismissal of students from the Extended Day Program.
     
    Required Qualifications:
    • Currently pursuing high school diploma; completion and receipt of high school diploma preferred.
    • Previous childcare experience and/or post-high school EEC/ECE coursework is a plus.
    • Ability to successfully complete all required background clearances and health requirements.
     
    Required Clearances and Health Documentation:
    Current Pennsylvania State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances, as well as a physical examination and TB test, are required. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Valerie Jessee, Director of Extended Day/Summer Camp Programs, at jessee.v@harrisburgacademy.org.
  • Substitute Teacher

    Harrisburg Academy is currently looking for qualified individuals with high-energy and interest in global learning, technology integration, and teaching in a Responsive Classroom® and Developmental Designs® environment.

    Substitute Teacher candidates should have an interest in covering classes ranging in age from Preschool (age 3) through Grade 5, including the full range of curricular offerings. Hours are 7:30AM - 3PM, Monday - Friday, as needed. Associate's Degree is preferred; Childcare experience is required.

    We are willing to accept applications from individuals who want to limit their availability to a specific division or age group, content area, or specific days of the week. Please specify your limitations in the email cover letter when applying.

    Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearances, a physical, and a TB test are required. 

    Please submit an email cover letter and resume to Kelly Rinehart.