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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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  • Full-time Custodian (3:00-11:00 PM)

    Harrisburg Academy is seeking a full-time custodian for second shift. The school custodian will keep the building in clean and orderly condition to ensure that students are provided with a clean and healthy learning environment. Perform heavy cleaning duties, which may include light maintenance activities.

    Pay: $16-$20 per hour based on experience

    Essential Duties:
    • Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.
    • Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
    • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, or vacuuming.
    • Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors.
    • Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs.
    • Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours.
    • Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies.
    • Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, to prepare the facility for special events and meetings.
    Harrisburg Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearances, a physical and a TB test are required. To apply, please send a resume with contacts of at least three references to Evan Hart, via email only: hart.e@harrisburgacademy.org. No phone calls, please.

    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. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.

Part-Time Positions

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  • Extended Day Program 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
     
    Position Summary:
    Our after-school program at Harrisburg Academy seeks fun, energetic people passionate about children. If you are looking to gain experience for a future career in education or love working with children, this is the job for you! This individual is responsible for teaching and supervising young children in the classroom and in our outside activity areas. 
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Maximize classroom space and provided materials to encourage fun and creative activities for after school learning and play, supporting both group and individual play.
    • Supervise students in outdoor and playground activity areas ensuring their safety. 
    • Foster a positive morale among colleagues. 
    • Has strong, clear communication skills with students, colleagues and parents.
    • Enforce the program rules, expectations and structure.
    • Address behavioral issues as they arise.
     
    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Strong connection with students leading to a positive community culture.
    • Organized and purposeful using materials, in planning, and with flexibility.
    • Attentive to the physical needs of students.
    • Assists in the orderly arrival and dismissal to and from Extended Care

    Required Qualifications:
    • Currently pursuing high school diploma; completion and receipt of high school diploma preferred.
    • Secondary Education Degree, or some completed credit hours highly preferred.
    • Childcare experience and post-high school EEC or ECE credits a plus.
     
    Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI Clearances, a physical, and a TB test are required. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. This position will remain listed until filled. Please send all inquiries and application materials via email to Valerie Jessee, Auxiliary Programs Manager, at jessee.v@harrisburgacademy.org.
     
    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. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.

  • Middle School Girls' Basketball Coach

    Harrisburg Academy is seeking to hire a 5th/6th middle school girls basketball head coach. Also, the position includes being one of the 7th & 8th grade middle school girls' basketball assistant coaches for the winter 2023-24 season.

    Employment begins Nov. 1, 2023. 

    Applicants should have prior coaching experience or knowledge of the game, and must submit the required clearance applications.  
     
    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.

    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. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.

  • Part-time Athletic Trainer (ATC)

    Harrisburg Academy is seeking a Part-Time Athletic Trainer (ATC) for after school sports beginning August 14, 2023.

    Qualifications:
    • BS Degree Required
    • Minimum 1 clinical experience
    • Current National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) certification
    • Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
    • Current Applicable state license where required
     
    Responsibilities:  Must be available after school for practices and games Monday through Friday and scheduled Saturdays. 

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

    Submit resume to Jeane Serino, Director of Athletics, serino.j@harrisburgacademy.org.
     
    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. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.

Harrisburg Academy

10 Erford Road
Wormleysburg, PA 17043
P: (717) 763-7811
Fax: (717) 975-0894