Openings as of 5/19/2025

Elementary Teachers (4th Grade- 5th Grade)

JobID: 3500

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  District-Wide
(High-Needs School)


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Elementary Teachers- Grades 4th & 5th 
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Dual Language Elementary Teachers (PreK-3rd Grades)

JobID: 3502

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3


Date Posted:
  2/27/2025


Location:
  Dual Language Academy
(High-Needs School)


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Dual Language Elementary Teachers- Prek- 3rd Grades
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Elementary Teachers (PreK-3rd Grades)

JobID: 3499

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  District-Wide
(High-Needs School)


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Elementary Teachers- Prek- 3rd Grades
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Special Education Teachers

JobID: 3496

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  District-Wide
(High-Needs School)


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Teacher- Special Education
Salary: $56,493-$74,343

Qualifications:
1. Minimum, Bachelor’s degree with a major in special education, or a related field; masters degree preferred.
2. Hold valid and current PA special education certificate.
3. Clear criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
4. Ability to perform essential job duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
5. Ability to perform additional or alternatives to these qualifications and essential duties, as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
2. Collaborates with administration, other staff, and parents to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and other special education administrative requirements.
3. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
4. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
5. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
6. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
7. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
8. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.
9. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.
10. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
11. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
12. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.
13. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.
14. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
15. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.
16. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.
17. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 



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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Mathematics Teachers- All Subjects

JobID: 3494

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Mathematics


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  District-Wide
(High-Needs School)


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Mathematics Teacher (High School)
Salary Range $56,493 - $74,343

Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 
 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 



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School Psychologists

JobID: 3498

Position Type:
  Psychologists/Speech/SOI/Gifted/School Psychologist


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA
(High-Needs School)


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School Psychologists
Salary Range: $64,983-$74,343
 
Qualifications:
 
1. Current and valid certification in School Psychology.
2. Graduate level degree in School Psychology.
3. Prior experience in areas related to school/community relations, teaching students, working with compensatory educational programs, and working with parents, preferred.
4. Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
5. Acceptable criminal and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
6. Ability to work a flexible schedule.
7. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Summary:
The School Psychologist guides students in gaining knowledge and skills to achieve in school and to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. The requirements listed below are representative of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Apply knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of testing and assessment instruments to choose the most appropriate for students’ needs; administer tests and interpret assessment data and observations; conduct interviews and complete comprehensive reports.
2. Consult with teachers, parents, and school personnel to understand and address learning, social, and behavior issues; consult with individual students, student groups, and colleagues.
3. Deliver appropriate response during crisis intervention, including, but not limited to, suicidal statement and ideation; student and school personnel death; school, community, and national emergencies and natural disasters.
4. Facilitate position related in-service presentations/trainings and programs; participate in committees, as appropriate.
5. Provide leadership during interventions, including academic, behavioral, social and emotional, with target populations (e.g., individual student, classroom, parents, school-wide, school teams); conduct observations, data collection, interviews, assessments, and specific plan development; implement plans and monitor behavior plans.
6. Participate on specific team assignments, including CST, MDT, SAP, IST and IEP, with responsibility for facilitation, consultation, case management, record keeping, plan development, assessment, report writing, interviewing (i.e., students, parents, and teachers) and conducting referrals to and contact with community agencies and private counseling.
7. Collaborate with school community liaisons on referrals, meeting attendance, case management, plan development, and follow up monitoring.
8. Perform a variety of special education responsibilities, including, assessments (initial and reevaluation), participation in meetings, ER and RR writing, program consultation, and behavior plan development.
9. Provide support to nonpublic education in the areas of consultation, assessment, team meetings, development of ER, and development of IEP.
10. Participate in screening clinics and assessments during kindergarten registration; participate in preschool screening clinics, assessments, development of ER, interagency meetings, and IEP meetings.
11. Assist with school-age transition by participating in screening clinics, assessments, development of ER, interagency meetings, and IEP meetings.
12. Weapons violations with special education students - conduct manifestation determination, participate on team meetings and interviews with parent, teachers, and students; data collection, assessment, development of RR, and referrals to counseling agencies.
13. Provide peer support through individual counseling and referral to appropriate agencies/clinics, as well as through collaboration with fellow psychologists, teachers, and other school personnel.
14. Pursue professional growth and development through attending conferences, staff development sessions, and individual study; maintain collaborative relationships universities.
15. Supervise interns, as needed.
16. Perform additional duties as assigned.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Certified School Nurses

JobID: 3497

Position Type:
  Pupil Services, Nurses, Counselors/School Nurse


Date Posted:
  2/25/2025


Location:
  District-Wide
(High-Needs School)


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Certified School Nurse
Salary Range: $56,493- $74,343

Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in nursing from accredited institution of higher learning.
2. Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
3. Clear record and background checks, including criminal and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Valid registered nurses’ license from the state of Pennsylvania.
5. Current Pennsylvania school nurse certification.
6. Professional maturity in dealing with children, staff members, school personnel, parents, and community members.
7. Additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as determined to be appropriate.
Summary
The school nurse strengthens and facilitates the educational experience by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning for individual students and by promoting an optimal level of wellness for students and staff. The nurse assumes responsibility for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management, and/or referral activities; serves as a link between physicians, families, and community agencies to assure access and continuity of health care for students; provides relevant instruction, counseling, and guidance to students, parents, staff, and others concerning health related issues; upholds professional standards the state Nurse Practice Act, and other state and local statutes and regulations applicable to school nursing practice; and adheres to district policies and administrative guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Appraises the health statues of pupils and school personnel.
2. Implements PA State Mandated Programs.
3. Counsels pupils, teachers, parents, and others for the purpose of helping pupils obtain needed treatment or for arranging school programs in keeping with their needs.
4. Helps prevent communicable diseases and their spread.
5. Provides emergency care for injury or sudden sickness.
6. Protects and promotes the health of school personnel.
7. Applies appropriate theory as basis for decision-making in nursing.
8. Establishes and maintains a comprehensive school health program.
9. Collects information about the health and development status of the student in a systematic and continuous manner.
10. Uses data collected about the health and developmental status of the student to determine a nursing diagnosis.
11. Develops a plan of care unique to student needs.
12. Intervenes to implement nursing actions that promote maintain, or restore health, prevent illness, and effect rehabilitation.
13. Assess student responses to nursing actions in order to revise nursing diagnosis and plan of care and to determine progress made toward goal achievement.
14. Collaborates with other professionals in planning to assure quality of health care provided to students.
15. Assists students, families, and school personnel to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education.
16. Assumes responsibility for continuing education and professional development and contributes to the professional growth of others.
17. Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal and/or Director of Community and Student Services.
 
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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Assistant Director of Transportation

JobID: 3588

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Director


Date Posted:
  4/27/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Assistant Director of Transportation
Salary: $72,353-$101,294

 
Qualifications:
 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in school transportation or routing/logistics management.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Proficiency with routing software (i.e., Traversa).
• Strong knowledge of Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and federal transportation regulations and school district policies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to improve routing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
 

Summary

The Assistant Director of Transportation is responsible for the development, routing, analysis, and continous improvement of safe and efficient bus routes for the school district. This role collaborates with the Director of Transportation to ensure timely, cost-effective, and legally compliant transportation services for students. 
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Design and implement daily school bus routes using district-approved software.
• Analyze ridership patterns, stop locations, bus capacities, and driver availability to optimize routing.
• Work closely with school administrators, parents, and staff to resolve routing concerns.
• Monitor traffic patterns, road conditions, and other factors affecting transportation to adjust routes as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date records of routes, stops, and student assignments.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and safety standards.
• Assist in preparing and managing the transportation budget, especially fuel and route-related expenses.
• Support the Director of Transportation in strategic planning and departmental operations.
• Train and support staff in the use of routing software and district transportation policies.
• Respond to transportation-related emergencies or disruptions, including weather-related route changes.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 
 



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Elementary Assistant Principal

JobID: 3583

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  4/15/2025


Location:
  Roosevelt Elementary School


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Elementary Assistant Principal 
Salary Range: $93,722 - $131,211

Qualifications:
1. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Certificate as a K-12 Principal or Secondary Principal.
2. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
3. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary and/or elementary school instruction.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency
6. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
Assists the building principal in directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties as requested by the principal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develops and evaluates the Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency to ensure conformance with state standards with direction from the principal;
2. Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives with direction from the principal;
3. Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
4. Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program;
5. Oversees design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities;
6. Plans, organizes, and supervises the implementation of all school activities;
7. Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators;
8. Provides supervision and evaluation to both professional and support staff;
9. Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations;
10. Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services;
11. Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
12. Plans and directs building maintenance;
13. Administers educational programs for students with special needs;
14. Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations;
15. Writes reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals and memoranda;
16. Presents information and responds to questions from groups of faculty, support staff, students, parents, and the general public;
17. Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events;
18. Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership;
19. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions;
20. Interprets a variety of technical instructions written or in diagram form, which deals with abstract and concrete variables;
21. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the principal.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Elementary Assistant Principal- Muhlenberg

JobID: 3590

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  4/25/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Elementary Assistant Principal - Muhlenberg
Salary Range: $93,722 - $131,211

Qualifications:
1. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Certificate as a K-12 Principal or Secondary Principal.
2. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
3. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary and/or elementary school instruction.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency
6. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
Assists the building principal in directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties as requested by the principal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develops and evaluates the Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency to ensure conformance with state standards with direction from the principal;
2. Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives with direction from the principal;
3. Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
4. Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program;
5. Oversees design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities;
6. Plans, organizes, and supervises the implementation of all school activities;
7. Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators;
8. Provides supervision and evaluation to both professional and support staff;
9. Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations;
10. Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services;
11. Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
12. Plans and directs building maintenance;
13. Administers educational programs for students with special needs;
14. Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations;
15. Writes reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals and memoranda;
16. Presents information and responds to questions from groups of faculty, support staff, students, parents, and the general public;
17. Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events;
18. Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership;
19. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions;
20. Interprets a variety of technical instructions written or in diagram form, which deals with abstract and concrete variables;
21. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the principal.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Assistant High School Principal- Building 21

JobID: 3591

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  4/25/2025


Location:
  Building 21


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Assistant Principal - Building 21
Salary Range: $100,401 - $140,561

Qualifications:
1. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Certificate as a K-12 Principal or Secondary Principal.
2. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
3. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary and/or elementary school instruction, preferably in an urban, turnaround, and/or high-needs environment.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency
6. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
Assists the building principal in directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties as requested by the principal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develops and evaluates the Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency to ensure conformance with state standards with direction from the principal.
2. Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives with direction from the principal.
3. Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school.
4. Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program.
5. Oversees design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities.
6. Plans, organizes, and supervises the implementation of all school activities.
7. Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators.
8. Provides supervision and evaluation to both professional and support staff.
9. Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations.
10. Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
11. Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed.
12. Plans and directs building maintenance.
13. Administers educational programs for students with special needs.
14. Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
15. Writes reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals and memoranda.
16. Presents information and responds to questions from groups of faculty, support staff, students, parents, and the general public.
17. Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events.
18. Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership.
19. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
20. Interprets a variety of technical instructions written or in diagram form, which deals with abstract and concrete variables. 
21. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the principal.
 
 
 
Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!

The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.

The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 
 
 



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Elementary Assistant Principal

JobID: 3609

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Elementary Assistant Principal 
Salary Range: $93,722 - $131,211

Qualifications:
1. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Certificate as a K-12 Principal or Secondary Principal.
2. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
3. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary and/or elementary school instruction.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency
6. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
Assists the building principal in directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties as requested by the principal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develops and evaluates the Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency to ensure conformance with state standards with direction from the principal;
2. Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives with direction from the principal;
3. Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
4. Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program;
5. Oversees design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities;
6. Plans, organizes, and supervises the implementation of all school activities;
7. Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators;
8. Provides supervision and evaluation to both professional and support staff;
9. Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations;
10. Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services;
11. Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
12. Plans and directs building maintenance;
13. Administers educational programs for students with special needs;
14. Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations;
15. Writes reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals and memoranda;
16. Presents information and responds to questions from groups of faculty, support staff, students, parents, and the general public;
17. Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events;
18. Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership;
19. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions;
20. Interprets a variety of technical instructions written or in diagram form, which deals with abstract and concrete variables;
21. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the principal.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Elementary Assistant Principal

JobID: 3433

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Principal


Date Posted:
  12/17/2024


Location:
  Sheridan Elementary School


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Elementary Assistant Principal 
Salary Range: $93,722 - $131,211

Qualifications:
1. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Certificate as a K-12 Principal or Secondary Principal.
2. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
3. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
4. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary and/or elementary school instruction.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency
6. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
7. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
8. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
Assists the building principal in directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties as requested by the principal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Develops and evaluates the Standards Aligned System (SAS) and Resiliency to ensure conformance with state standards with direction from the principal;
2. Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives with direction from the principal;
3. Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school;
4. Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program;
5. Oversees design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities;
6. Plans, organizes, and supervises the implementation of all school activities;
7. Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators;
8. Provides supervision and evaluation to both professional and support staff;
9. Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations;
10. Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services;
11. Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
12. Plans and directs building maintenance;
13. Administers educational programs for students with special needs;
14. Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations;
15. Writes reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals and memoranda;
16. Presents information and responds to questions from groups of faculty, support staff, students, parents, and the general public;
17. Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events;
18. Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership;
19. Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions;
20. Interprets a variety of technical instructions written or in diagram form, which deals with abstract and concrete variables;
21. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the principal.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Assistant Project Manager

JobID: 3222

Position Type:
  Administration/Assistant Project Manager


Date Posted:
  10/3/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Assistant Project Manager
Salary: $52,177-$73,047/yr.

Qualifications
 
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with major course work in business, management or like experience preferred.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of project management experience, preferably in an educational or public sector environment.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and planning skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools, software, and methodologies. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products and business application software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• The applicant must be able to demonstrate how their experience with these factors relates to successfully achieving the goals of the position.
 
Summary
 
Under general direction, the Assistant Project Manager provides support to all of the Offices within the Allentown School District Central Office and across our school communities. This role is responsible for assisting with project management tasks, accountability of completion, events and marketing. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with staff across offices and schools to ensure smooth execution of projects and events.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Support the planning, scheduling, and coordination of multiple projects across all of the Offices of the Central Office and our School Communities.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, track progress, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Monitor project budgets and assist in managing resources efficiently.
• Assist with the organization and execution of district-wide events, meetings, and celebrations, ensuring logistical needs are met.
• Ensure effective documentation and tracking of project progress and outcomes.
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings, booking venues, and arranging accommodations as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for event planning and ensure contracts and agreements are properly executed.
• Provide support in identifying risks, troubleshooting issues, and proposing solutions to ensure the success of projects.
• Assist in the preparation and dissemination of project-related communication and documentation.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 




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Chief of Talent Management and Labor Relations

JobID: 2602

Position Type:
  Administration/Chief


Date Posted:
  1/30/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Chief of Talent Management and Labor Relations
Salary Level: $180,000-$200,000

 
Qualifications:
 
• Advanced degree in business, human resources, education, law, public policy or other related field.
 
• Understanding of best practices in human capital management.
• Minimum five (5) years of leadership experience including supervision of public or private organizations with a significant number of employees. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to work within tight time constraints and under stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of administrative policies and practices.
• Service orientation toward supporting schools.
• Knowledge of developments and trends in human capital management.
• Thorough knowledge of the School Board, state and federal laws, rules, policies and procedures concerning the employment of personnel.
 

Summary
 
The Chief of Talent Management and Labor Relations leads the critical function of talent management for the Allentown School District organization in strong support of schools in their goals for high student achievement.  The Chief of Talent Management and Labor Relations is a key strategic position on the Superintendent’s cabinet and reports directly to the Superintendent.  The Chief of Talent Management and Labor Relations will be guided in his/her work by data specific to the Allentown School District workforce, national research and best practice and trends in human capital management and will be a strong contributor to state educational policies that impact the workforce.
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Advise the Superintendent and the Cabinet on overall human capital strategies with a focus on the enhancement of teacher and principal quality and performance accountability;
• Initiate state-of-the-art programs and systems to focus on excellence in recruitment, hiring and selection, staffing and deployment, information and technology, compensation and benefits, performance management and career development for all positions in the organization; 
• Work closely with the leaders in the academic, finance, legal, technology and support service functions to ensure alignment towards student achievement goals;
• Develop a system of support for principals in their leadership roles as human capital managers; 
• Supervise and manage the offices of the Executive Director of Human Resources, Director of Investigative Services and Director of Talent Management & Recruitment.
• Identify top performing teachers and principals and create strategies to address the system’s ability to ensure retention;
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in customer service and in redesigning functions and processes that result in more effective talent management;
• Create and implement career roles for teachers that retain top performers and are reflected in differentiated compensation systems;
• Collaborate with union leadership and state officials on policies and practices that enhance a high-quality, diverse workforce;
• Lead the talent management staff in continuous improvement and customer service efforts to ensure best practices;
• Track and analyze a variety of information and data on the quality of the workforce in relation to student achievement outcomes;
• Assume a leadership role in policy development for quality human capital management at the state level;
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Superintendent
 
 
 
NOTE: The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.  The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all duties or as a contract.  In all cases, these relationships, functions and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent of Schools.



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Chief Financial Officer

JobID: 2692

Position Type:
  Administration/Chief


Date Posted:
  3/18/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Chief Financial Officer 
Salary Level: $185,000-$200,000 

Qualifications:
 
• • Bachelor’s Degree in business administration/management, accounting or related field.
• • Master’s in Business Administration or CPA certification preferred.
• • Minimum five years’ experience as a business manager or related role.
• • Knowledge of current laws and regulations relating to public school accounting. • Evidence of school and/or business leadership experience.
• • Excellent communication skills.
• • Executive Core Qualifications, including the ability to lead change and lead people, the ability to meet to meet District goals with a focus on results, the possession of business acumen, and the ability to build coalitions. Must be able to lead and manage, and to ensure that targeted goals and initiatives are achieved. • Demonstrated skills in computer technology and financial / HR computer software applications.
• • Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114 and 151). • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• • Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board and/or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Summary
Supervises system-wide business affairs, fiscal management, tax collection, procurement, budgetary development, operations, transportation, child nutrition, federal programs, technology, employee benefits, and related support functions while maintaining accurate and complete records of the District’s financial affairs; The Chief Financial Officer works to ensure fiscal accountability and to maximize the use of human and financial resources through reallocation of overall resources; Collaborates with Human Resources to complement their functions for employees of the district.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Supervises the accounting system necessary to provide school officials and administrators with accurate financial facts as the basis for formulating policies and decisions; provides the proper safeguards for custody of public funds.
• Performs pre-audit of internal procedures; determines that prepared statements present fairly the financial position, propriety, legality, and accuracy of financial transactions; proper recording of all financial transactions; post-audit procedures; external audits; reconciliation of internal and external audits; conducts internal reviews of student activities and petty cash funds in the District schools; monitors food service accounts.
• Develops procedures and policy on cash management and investments; develops cash projection report of revenues and expenditures of the general fund; selects the type and source of investments; secures proper collateralization of investments; maintains records and prepares monthly report of cash and investments; provides for full investment of all surplus funds.
• Holds responsibility for debt service and capital fund management. Performs long and shortterm financing, including Tax Anticipation Notes (TANS); maturities and debt payments; long range capital improvement programs; short-term debt management; debt service payment procedures and reports; investment of surplus capital funds; refunding of bond issues.
• Implements the School District’s financial accounting system in accordance with “The Manual of Accounting and Related Financial Procedures for Pennsylvania School District, 1983”; translates the school budget into a business office accounting system; prepares the annual financial report of the
• District and other financial reports as required for submission to the State; prepares monthly financial reports to the Board of School Directors; interprets the annual audit report; supervises accounting procedures on payroll operation, accounts payable, trust and agency accounts, local, state and federal taxes, retirement, social security, insurance programs, capital reserve funds, student activity funds, and construction funds.
• Holds responsibility for financial planning and budgeting. Compiles and prepares the annual education budget; long-term fiscal planning; operating budget control; expenditure and revenue estimates; fiscal relationships with other governmental units; prepares monthly financial reports for the Board of School Directors.
• Administers Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) Plans for all employees.
• Holds responsibility for insurance and risk management. Performs review of insurance programs in collaboration with human resources; determines coverage to be provided; obtains insurable values on building and contents; files insurance claims and reports; directs insurance procurement procedures; maintains insurance policies and claim records; develops specifications and places insurance with companies, agents, and brokers.
• Supervises payroll operations for payment of all employees in accordance with negotiated contracts and Board policies; supervises completion of local, state, and federal reports on payroll deductions; has responsibility for establishing payroll policies and procedures; supervises proper accounting of all payroll disbursements; supervises and audits all payroll records.
• Acts as designated purchasing agent for the School District; processes purchase orders; recommends and enforces purchasing policies, procedures, and regulations; prepares specifications and determines quality of equipment and supplies; enforces school code requirements for bidding and purchasing; responsible for storage and delivery of supplies; Chief Financial Officer Position Description 3 maintains inventory control; serves as the School District’s expert on the source and cost of supplies, equipment, and services; maintains records and catalogues on items to be purchased.
• Holds responsibility for Real Estate and Fixed Asset Management. Maintains inventory records and determines values of fixed assets; secures adequate insurance and provides for security of fixed assets; responsible for management of real and personal property records. • Reviews the tax collections of, and when necessary, provides input to the locally elected and appointed tax collectors for the District.
• Provides financial data for state and federal financial grants; provides assistance in securing financial grants; monitors District use of grant monies.
• Works collaboratively with the Chief of Schools, Chief Academic Officer and Director of Facilities to establish accountability for energy consumption and to establish a District energy management program for the reduction of utility consumption. • Supervises the Executive Director of Financial Planning, Employee Benefits program and department staff and responsibitlies.
• Supervises the Executive Director of Facilities and all department responsibitlies.
• Supervises the Director of Child Nutrition and Food Services and department responsibilities.
• Supervises the Director of Technology and all department responsibitlies.
• Supervises the Director of Safety and Security and all department responsibitlies.
• Supervises the Supervisor of Transportation and all department responsibitlies.
• Supervises the Director of Federal Programs and all department responsibitlies.
• Serves as the District’s Record Retention Officer for non-educational records and the District’s delegate to the Lehigh County Tax Collection Committee.
• Attends Board meetings and work sessions. Attends meetings and conferences as required by the position. Attends professional seminars and workshops.
• Serves as a member of the District’s Emergency Management Plan Team.
• Ensures proper adherence to District policy and procedures, and ensures proper adherence to applicable contract language that is in effect for the District.
• Provides increased fiscal oversight for Title I, Title II, ACCESS, and IDEA Federal funds.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Superintendent.



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Clerk of the Works for Capital Projects and Construction

JobID: 3219

Position Type:
  Administration/Clerk of the Works


Date Posted:
  10/1/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Clerk of the Works for Capital Projects and Construction
Salary: $132,318-$185,246/yr.

Qualifications
 
• Masters and Bachelor’s degree preferred or Associates related to construction management;
• Ten years of experience in construction/maintenance specification writing and/or preparation and experience in school facilities and school building construction;
• Professional certification in Building construction or Facilities management;
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34 and 151);
• Project Management experience and/or certification (PMP) preferred;
• Experience with managing time;
• Experience in maintaining appropriate construction documents;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Must have a valid driver’s license;
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Summary
 
The Clerk of the Works for Capital Projects and Construction provides technical and construction project management support services in connection with school site improvements, modification of facilities, and new construction projects. The Clerk of the Works for Capital Projects and Construction assists in the preparation and review of project plans and specifications, coordinates, inspects projects, and prepares all documentation required for the successful completion of projects.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Review plans, estimate, and schedule work assignments on school site improvements, modification of facilities, and/or new construction projects.
• Assist in the development of formal project specifications for bid purposes and review bid specifications to assure their thoroughness and accuracy in relation to approved plans.
• Confer with prospective contractors and solicit formal and informal bids; solicit and review proposals.
• Review payment requests.
• Coordinate and submit payment applications for projects to assure the timely payment of work completed according to established policies and procedures.
• Monitor and assure timely and appropriate development of projects and project schedules.
• Coordinates site visits and pre-bid, pre-construction conferences, and attend job meetings as required.
• Assists with pre-qualification and post-bid requirements.
• Assists with monitoring construction contract compliance.
• Prepare reports, maintain project records, and ensure compliance with current standards, codes, and ordinances.
• Coordinate and maintain communication and cooperative working relationships with District personnel.
• Perform periodic field visits and provide progress reports.
• Directs and oversees the planning, design, construction and delivery of the District’s capital projects. Monitors the status of projects in progress to ensure the cost effectiveness and efficiency of operations.
• Oversees the preparation of Action Items for the School Board of Directors’ approval and oversees professional service contracts.
• Coordinates assigned construction projects and related activities.
• Develops the annual capital budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Continuous Improvement Plan
• Monitors budget spending against project scope and estimate.
• Manages cash accounting against project appropriation.
• Implements proper controls to ensure integrity throughout the organization.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.



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Director of School Safety and Security

JobID: 3217

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  10/1/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of School Safety and Security
Salary Range: $109,913 - $153,878 
Qualifications
 
1. Hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Masters preferred.
2. Have extensive work with law enforcement agencies.
3. Be able to work with police and safety personnel as well as school district staff.
4. Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
5. Proficient with technology and use of safety systems and software (Navigate, video surveillance, etc.)
6. Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.
7. Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
8. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
9. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
Summary
The Director of School Safety will maintain a safe and secure environment for students, employees and visitors by helping to develop, establish and enforce safety and security policies, access control procedures, accident prevention efforts, support risk management efforts, fire, safety, emergency management, and asset protection.The Director of School Safety performs tasks in developing, implementing, and managing programs designed to effectively address security and school safety needs. Employee is responsible for coordinating a comprehensive school safety program, which includes working with local law enforcement agencies. Employee works extensively with the Director of Operations, school administrators and ASD community on all areas of school safety. Work also involves implementing training programs pertaining to matters of safety and security for site-based administrators and teachers.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Coordinates a comprehensive security/school safety program, policies and procedures by studying organization operations and schedules; establishing internal controls; conducting inspections as appropriate; reporting potential hazards to appropriate departments; creating and updating ASD School Board policies and Standard Operating Procedures, safety and security manuals
2. Coordinates school safety compliance with federal, state and local regulations by studying existing and new requirements and overseeing and enforcing school-wide adherence to requirements.
3. Coordinates safety planning and practice to support academic processes of each school by creatively implementing best practices in safety, security and emergency preparedness with proper adaptation to the environment, creativity and innovation so the process of education can be enhanced rather than impeded by safety efforts.
4. Conducts and coordinates safety, security and emergency preparedness training by developing, scheduling and/or facilitating training for staff, students and public safety officials relating to school safety, security and emergency preparedness.
5. Secures facilities, equipment, students and personnel by working in conjunction with the appropriate departments in recommending safety and security equipment purchases and upgrades; maintaining records of fire and other emergency drills and conducting drills when appropriate; supervising and maintaining access control and key distribution
6. Serves as a liaison with local law enforcement agencies. Working directly with local law enforcement agencies during critical incident situations and follow-up.
7. Works with appropriate departments to meet operational security needs within budget; works with Finance, Facilities and Maintenance departments for capital improvements as needed; schedules expenditures.
8. Assists in the development and implementation of security plans for special events.
9. Advises and assists site-based administrators in matters involving criminal activities on school campuses.
10. Coordinates with site-based administrators, Maintenance and Facilities Departments to address and correct safety/security issues on school campus.
11. Advise architectural design teams for construction and renovation projects relative to school safety.
12. Prepares memos, reports, drawings, etc. related to safety and traffic issues on school campus; presenting them to appropriate school directors.
13. Receives all reports of school crime from site-based administrators and maintains statistics regarding this information.
14. Communicates with other schools on matters related to school safety.
15. Director of School Safety participates in annual trainings to stay current on laws, policies and procedures regarding school safety.
16. Attends parent organizational and school board meetings as necessary.
17. Performs other related work as required.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Director of Mathematics

JobID: 2049

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  5/5/2023


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Mathematics
Salary: $109,913-$153,878
 
Qualifications:
 
• Master’s Degree with coursework in curriculum and instruction.
• Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Principal or Supervisory Certificate.
• Experience as a building level administrator (principal, assistant principal, supervisor of curriculum & instruction) preferred.
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
• Experience in mathematics related program development and implementation, including deep knowledge of Common Core and Pennsylvania Standards in Mathematics
• Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used within the classroom
• Excellent communication skills
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
• A valid and current operator's license for a motor vehicle and have access to an operable vehicle for traveling within and outside the district.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or Superintendent/Deputy Superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
Directs, administers, and coordinates the activities of the district in support of policies, goals, and objectives related primarily to communications, legal activities conducted by the district, and government relations in support of the mission, vision, and strategic established by the superintendent and school board by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates:
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides oversight in the implementation of all mathematics curricula K through 12.
• Collaborates with the Director of Science and Educational Technology to coordinate the development of a District-wide STEM philosophy and assures complete alignment of STEM areas with the Common Core Standards and Pennsylvania Standards
• Coordinates with all departments to ensure that strong mathematics instruction, curriculum, and assessment are fully integrated K through 12
• Coordinates with Director of Human Resources in screening, interviewing and hiring all staff related to mathematics
• Collaborates with the Learning and Teaching Department and school leadership in providing oversight and planning for all professional development in mathematics; including pre-service and in-service workshops and in-service programs at the district and school level
• Collaborates with appropriate personnel in the development, writing, and implementation of proposals and grants to acquire funding
• Coordinates the preparation of status reports and presentations to teachers, administrators, district office personnel and the Board of School Directors as they relate to mathematics
• Provides committee leadership in all mathematics related areas
• Collaborates with Directors of Literacy and Science and Educational Technology in the supervision and evaluation process of the Supervisors of Instruction, assisting them in mathematics related professional development and the integration of mathematics curriculum in K - 12 classrooms
• Assists the Executive Director of Learning and Teaching in preparing and monitoring mathematics line items in the curriculum budget and equitably provides resource support
• Maintains a collaborative working relationship with state and local education agencies and participates on higher education, business, and community education advisory committees
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Chief Academic Officer, Deputy Superintendent, or Executive Director of Learning and Teaching



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Director of Communications

JobID: 2067

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  5/16/2023


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Communications
Salary: $105,750-148,050
 
Qualifications:
 
• Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field; Masters’ Degree preferred
• Three (3) to five (5) years progressive experience in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Spanish fluency preferred
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
Summary
The primary function of this position is to plan, coordinate, implement, and assess the activities relating to district wide public information, community relations, customer service, marketing, web page development, video production, and internal and external communications.  This position also provides professional and sensitive assistance to the Superintendent and senior management staff on matters related to the dissemination of public information, management of issues, media relations, and community relations.  In addition, the position further develops and shapes a comprehensive image of the Allentown School District, working closely with all of the district's departments and schools.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Directs and develops a quality public affairs and communications program
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with district administrators, press and news media organizations, business leaders, community groups, city officials, and the general public
• Communicates with all levels of district staff, officials, members of the media, and the general public, both verbally and in writing
• Collaborates closely with building administration to communicate publicly events and functions occurring in the school setting
• Serve as crisis communicator for the District and coordinates emergency communications for buildings when applicable
• Trains staff in effective communication strategies and use of approved district platforms.
• Serves as main information source for all media contacts requesting data and insights
• Establishes processes to generate appropriate flow of press releases
• Arranges, facilitates, and manages media briefings with Superintendent daily, if appropriate
• Collaborates with the Executive Leadership Team in the development and/or revision to Board policies relating to all areas of communications, including but not limited to print, electronic, and social media communication
• Conducts research and prepares informational material which will enhance the District's image and public awareness of district operations and activities
• Compiles reports from a wide variety of sources and data
• Responds to citizen and media requests in a timely, professional manner
• Understands and follows district oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
• Makes sound and reasonable decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations and established procedures
• Performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy, meeting time sensitive deadlines
• Establishes processes to generate appropriate flow of press releases
• Arranges, facilitates, and manages media briefings with Superintendent daily, if appropriate
• Collaborates with the Superintendent’s Cabinet in the development and/or revision to Board policies relating to all areas of communications, including but not limited to print, electronic, and social media communication
• Prepares and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements relating to district communications
• Performs such other tasks and assumes other such responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Deputy Superintendent or Superintendent



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Director of Family and Community Engagement

JobID: 2943

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  7/2/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Family and Community Engagement 
Salary: $109,913-$153,878 

Qualifications:
 
• Master’s degree preferred with a major in the field of education or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years or more progressive academic experience as a teacher or related field. Supervisory experience preferred.
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Supervisory and/or Principal certification.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collect and analyze data to drive improvement
• Bilingual in Spanish (Preferred).
• Such additional modifications or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Note:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
The Director of Family and Community Engagement will work to develop a comprehensive strategy and implementation of all family and community engagement initiatives. The Director of Family and Community Engagement provides data informed, forward thinking, and research practices for the programs and services with a purpose to engage in fulfillment of the District’s mission and vision. The Director of Family and Community Engagement is responsible for leading and supporting alignment with family and community organizations to improve overall outcomes. Additionally, the Director is the primary supervisor for family and community initiatives and managing the Parent Liaisons, Outreach Workers and ELECT Program Staff.
 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Serve as a thought partner and counsel to the Chief of Schools, Chief Outreach Officer of Family & Community Engagement and Superintendent as a member of the Department of Learning & Teaching.
• Develop and oversee implementation of the District’s strategic direction for delivering efficient and effective programs and services to meet the health, culture, climate needs of our students in alignment with the Districts mission, vision, and goals.
• Support the achievement of positive outcomes in the Office of Family and Community Engagement related to family and community engagement.
• Work in collaboration with the Chief Outreach Officer of Family & Community Engagement and Superintendent to create, implement and monitor a district family and community engagement framework that aligns with the goals of the Office.
• Collaborate with the Chief Outreach Officer and implement a plan to align the community organizations dedicated to improved social emotional learning and parent engagement outcomes and professional development in service of our students and families.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of monthly meetings with the team members working directly with school leaders, educators, counselors, parents, guardians, families, and attendance team members.
• Supervise and develop a system of programs, initiatives and strategies to inspire the Office leaders to use data informed, evidenced based, positive behavioral intervention and supports, and multi-tiered systems of supports initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Virtual Education and Alternative Programming Learning Program lead to meet the whole student needs of students in the virtual program.
• Collaborate with school districts, community agencies, and institutions of higher education to promote efficient and effective social emotional, family engagement, wellness, positive student behavior, and student attendance outcomes.
• Oversee the convening of regular meetings with the health services community organizations.
• Oversee the convening of regular meetings with the social emotional learning community organizations.
• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations related to efficient and effective delivery of Office programs and services to the Superintendent and Board of Directors.
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with key district staff, governmental agencies, school districts, local education organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders in support and furtherance of the Office’s efforts to maximize program and service effectiveness.
• Monitor and incorporate emerging and best practice research on educating the whole student; engaging families; and improving culture and climate across district schools.
• Analyze and use data to inform decisions to develop and implement strategic, continuous, and action plans to improve Office programs and services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Office key performance indicators and dashboards aligned to the District’s strategic direction and priorities.
• Serve on external community committees in furtherance of the District’s mission and vision.
• Consult with the Chief of Schools, Chief Outreach Officer and Chief Academic Officer on planning the Board’s Regular Board Meeting agenda and the Board’s Education Committee agendas. Develop and/or finalize exhibits and documents to be presented at meetings as requested by the Chief of Schools.
• Perform duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in the Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators and the District’s code of conduct.
• Oversee the development and implementation of Family and Community Engagement Office school strategic and continuous improvement plans and the establishment of models designed to improve family engagement, positive student behavior, student attendance, and student wellness through a two-way feedback loop of communication.
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent.





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Director of Athletics and Physical Education

JobID: 2946

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  7/3/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Athletics & Physical Education
Salary: $109,913-$153,878

Qualifications:
 
• Master’s Degree with coursework in leadership, curriculum and instruction, sports management, or health and/or physical education
• Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Principal or Supervisory Certificate.
• Experience as a building level administrator (principal, assistant principal, supervisor of curriculum & instruction) preferred.
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
• Knowledge of PIAA regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
•  A valid and current operator's license for a motor vehicle and have access to an operable vehicle for traveling within and outside the district.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or Superintendent/Deputy Superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable

Summary 
When directly reporting to the Executive Director of Learning and Teaching, the Director of Athletics and Physical Education will offer leadership and overall supervision for the district's athletic programs and athletic activities. The Director of Athletics and Physical Education will be responsible for curriculum and instruction in the physical education and health classes.  The Director of Arts and Physical Education will supervise full time Athletic Directors.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
 
• Collaborates with schools to develop a comprehensive district-wide athletic program for consistent coordination and provides leadership support to schools to optimize their individual athletic programs.
• Oversees and assesses the performance of two high school Athletic Directors.
• Ensures inclusive athletic opportunities for all students and sets annual athletic program goals and objectives.
• Develops athletic policies in consultation with principals, athletic directors, coaches, and student athletes.
• Creates and annually updates a comprehensive district-wide athletic program policy and guidebook.
• Provides guidance to schools on Board policy and Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) rules.
• Participates in the evaluation and procurement of athletic equipment.
• Acts as a consultant for athletic construction projects within the district.
• Ensures compliance with regulations in the district's athletic program.
• Assists in writing and managing grant proposals as necessary.
• Coordinates athletic services with local community agencies.
• Coordinates physical examinations for athletes with community agencies.
• Manages athletic facility maintenance in collaboration with schools and district departments.
• Facilitates meetings for athletic directors to plan and coordinate programs.
• Cultivates positive community relationships by promoting awareness and involvement in athletic programs.
• Offers professional development opportunities for Athletic Directors, Coaches, Physical Education teachers, and Health teachers.
• Creates a written curriculum for physical education and health classes from pre-kindergarten to high school.
•  Advocates for inclusive athletic opportunities for all students and sets annual athletic program goals and objectives.
• Conducts annual evaluations of the athletic program's effectiveness.
• Collaborates with the Business Office and Director of Procurement to establish purchasing procedures and ensure fiscally responsible spending of the Athletic budget.
• Works with the Human Resources Department to ensure proper hiring procedures for coaches.
• Undertakes additional tasks aligned with the objectives of the role.
• Performs any other duties assigned by the Superintendent, Chief Academic Officer, Deputy Superintendent, or Executive Director.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 




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Director of Virtual Education

JobID: 3536

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Virtual Education
Salary: $109,913-$153,878 

Qualifications:
 
• Master's degree in education, education administration, curriculum and instruction, instructional technology, digital learning, or a related field.
•  Doctorate in Education preferred.
• Background in instructional design, blended learning models, or e-learning program development.
• Experience managing budgets, grants, and educational technology initiatives. 
• Five (5) years or more of experience in school or central office administration, including experience in online/virtual environments.
• Demonstrated understanding of current practices and issues related to developing, maintaining, quality assurance, and expanding online education programs using instructional technologies and digital learning.
• Experience with accreditation and regulatory requirements associated with online learning
• Experience analyzing data to improve online enrollment, student outcomes, and the design and delivery of online instruction and programming
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to online education, data privacy, and accessibility.
• Technological proficiency with web applications, MS Office, Learning Management System (e.g.,), Google Suite, and analytics
• Experience using Student Information Systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Skyward, SapphireK12, etc.)
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders to solve complex problems effectively and efficiently
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/ child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
• Additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable. 
 
Note:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
The Director of Virtual Education leads, develops, and manages the district's virtual and online learning initiatives. This role ensures high-quality digital learning experiences for students, oversees curriculum development, ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, and provides leadership for instructional staff in online environments. The director collaborates with district leaders, educators, families, and community partners to expand access to virtual education opportunities.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Lead the development, implementation, and review of the online learning and instructional innovation plan and ensure its alignment with the Allentown School District (ASD) Strategic Plan.
• Oversee online scheduling, enrollment, policies, procedures, and practices in collaboration with ASD leadership, faculty, and other pertinent stakeholders.
• Directs, coordinates, and supervises the administration of all virtual programs to include all certified, professional, and support staff, assigning courses and students; assessing teacher performance; providing teacher professional development and coaching; and leading teacher recruitment.
• Coordinate and implement instructional design projects from inception to completion.
• Ensure online learning and programming meet standards set by state and federal regulations (e.g., FERPA, ADA) and FCC policies and procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the best practices in the design, development, and delivery of large-scale online educational programming, teaching, and learning.
• Oversee and monitor compliance with the vendor contract for the Virtual Campus program.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and copyright laws and regulations.
• Coordinates virtual programming by providing a student orientation, ongoing success coaching, providing graduation checks to high school students, and leading student recruitment efforts.
• Facilitates district and state assessments for virtual and alternative program students
• Collaborate with ASD leadership and internal stakeholders to manage the hiring, training, and mentoring of faculty/staff, resolve online student complaints, and ensure that faculty and student online support functions are aligned to promote student success.
• Provide faculty training and professional development that develops faculty instructional technology competence, supports best practices in instructional design, development, and delivery, and promotes instructional innovation in the use of learning technologies that enhance teaching and learning in online, hybrid, and web-enhanced instruction.
• Collaborates with the Office of Learning and Teaching to assure learning programs delivered virtually meet the same standards as other education programs (learning objectives, identification of competencies, performance measures, etc.).
• Collaborate with vendors to identify and provide quality learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with Information Technology leadership and internal stakeholders to ensure the effective online learning delivery through the LMS and the proper management and currency of the LMS, related software, and equipment.
• Hire, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate ASD staff.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Grants Development and other administrators to ensure that Title I funds, school improvement funds, and other grants or funding sources are linked to the strategic plan and the data reflecting student achievement needs that are used to inform continuous instructional improvement.
• Collaborates with the Director of Communications to develop and implement marketing and outreach strategy and materials.
• Identify emerging trends and conduct needs analyses that offer new programming and service opportunities.
• Collaborate with their supervisor to develop and monitor the program budget.
• Perform such other tasks and assume other responsibilities that may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent and/or designee.



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Director of Opportunity Programs and Alternative Education

JobID: 3537

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/17/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Opportunity Programs & Alternative Education
Salary: $109,913-$153,878 

Qualifications:
 
• Master's degree in alternative education, education administration, curriculum and instruction, counseling, school psychology, special education or a related field.
• Doctorate in Education preferred.
• Five (5) years or more experience in school or central office administration.
• Demonstrated understanding of current practices and issues related to the development, maintenance, quality assurance, and expansion of alternative education
• Experience with accreditation, credit recovery, and regulatory requirements associated with alternative education.
• Experience analyzing data to improve enrollment, student outcomes, and the design and delivery of alternative learning instruction and programming
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders to solve complex problems effectively and efficiently.
• Experience using Student and Staff Information Systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Skyward, SapphireK12, etc.)
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/ child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
• Additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Note:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
Directs, administers, and coordinates the activities of the district in support of policies, goals, and objectives related primarily to communications, legal activities conducted by the district, and government relations in support of the mission, vision, and strategic established by the superintendent and school board by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates:
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Lead the development, implementation, and review of the alternative education program and instructional innovation plan and ensure its alignment with the Allentown School District (ASD) Strategic Plan.
• Oversee scheduling, enrollment, policies, procedures, and practices in collaboration with ASD leadership, faculty, and other pertinent stakeholders.
• Coordinate and implement instructional design projects from inception to completion.
• Ensure that the alternative education program meets standards set by state and federal regulations, district policies, and accreditation standards. 
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the best practices in the design, development, and delivery of large-scale alternative educational programming, teaching, and learning.
• Research, compile, assemble and evaluate a variety of technical information related to the Alternative Education program; participate in the development, implementation, amendments, and evaluation of program(s), plans, and educational documents; prepare and distribute related correspondence and informational materials.
• Coordinates alternative students by providing a student orientation, ongoing success coaching, providing graduation checks to high school students, and leading student recruitment efforts.
• Coordinates special education services for alternative program students by maintaining necessary records, attending IEP meetings, and coordinating with and assisting special education case managers.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to personnel and assigned activities, as well as student achievement reports; create master schedule(s) and organize standardized testing schedule(s)
• Research, develop, implement and refine pathways for students to achieve graduation success.
• Collaborate with ASD leadership and internal stakeholders to manage the hiring, training, and mentoring of faculty/staff, resolve complaints, and ensure that faculty and student support functions are aligned to promote student success.
• Provide faculty training and professional development that develops faculty instructional competence, supports best practices in alternative education design, development, and delivery.
• Develop and oversee intervention strategies to support at-risk students academically, behaviorally, socially, and emotionally.
• Collaborates with principals to establish safety net programs that maximize opportunities for students to meet grade level expectations and state and ASD standards.
• Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives.
• Supervises program and building discipline; student, faculty, and staff attendance; and class schedules; cumulative records and grade reporting to ensure that all are aligned and in compliance with school district policies and regulations
• Develop strategies to promote positive behavior and conflict resolution skills.
• Collaborates with related departments to establish clear approaches for planning and measuring individual and collective student growth. Operates with the intent of ensuring that every student has an opportunity to go to college, post-secondary schooling and/or is career ready.
• Coordinate with mental health professionals, social workers, and law enforcement when needed.
• Hire, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate ASD staff.
• Maintains a visible presence and communicates effectively in all areas of the department.
• Conducts research to drive productive program initiatives and instruction.
• Collaborates with the Director of Communications to develop and implement marketing and outreach strategy and materials.
• Identify emerging trends and conduct needs analyses that offer opportunities for new programming and service.
• Develop and manage budgets for alternative education programs, including identifying and securing funding sources (e.g. grants), to support program development and initiatives.
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent and/or designee.



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Director of Innovation and Instructional Technology

JobID: 3538

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  4/3/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Innovation and Instructional Technology
Salary: $109,913-$153,878 

Qualifications:
 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Educational Technology, Educational Leadership or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• An appropriate, valid and current Pennsylvania Administrative Certificate or Supervisory Certificate required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in IT leadership, strategic planning, instructional technology integration, project development, staffing planning and management, budget management, evaluation, and systematic decision-making in a Higher Education or K-12 environment.
• Proven experience in integrating enterprise software solutions and instructional technology tools into organizational and instructional processes to enhance learning and teaching.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale IT and EdTech initiatives, including the deployment of learning management systems (LMS), digital assessment platforms, and other educational technology solutions.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, instructional technology best practices, data security, communications, data center technologies, and audiovisual systems to support classroom and online learning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with educators, administrators, and stakeholders in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders, providing guidance on instructional technology best practices and professional development opportunities.
• Experience analyzing data to improve enrollment, attendance, student outcomes, and the design and delivery of innovative instructional techniques.
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders to solve complex problems effectively and efficiently.
• Experience using Student and Staff Information Systems (e.g., PowerSchool, Skyward, SapphireK12, etc.)
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/ child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
• Additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board or Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Note:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
 
The Director of Innovation & Instructional Technology, working under the Executive Director of Technology and the Executive Director of Learning and Teaching, gives strategic direction and manages operations for the district's IT infrastructure and systems, as well as the implementation of educational technology platforms. Key technology areas overseen include communications infrastructure, data center technologies, systems management, telephone systems, technology security, audiovisual technologies, and educational technology. This role needs a solid understanding of IT best practices, project management methodologies, budget management principles, and innovative educational technology for learning and teaching, as well as the ability to lead and develop a team of technology professionals.
  
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the district's overall IT strategic plan, aligning technology initiatives with institutional goals.
• Provide strategic direction and advocacy for the application of technologies that advance district priorities.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Information Technology and other stakeholders to identify and prioritize technology investments.
• Remain actively engaged in the school education and technology professional communities to stay informed of best practices and emerging trends.
• Develop and implement a district-wide vision for integrating technology into teaching and learning, ensuring alignment with educational goals and curriculum standards.
• Oversee the daily operations of the IT department, ensuring the reliable and efficient delivery of technology services.
• Provide second-level operational guidance and support to the IT team, including the Supervisors of Information Technology.
• Develop and implement technology procedures and policies that adhere to district standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Manage enterprise technology projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet stakeholder expectations.
• Leadership & Supervision of Instruction – Lead and support instructional supervisors, instructional coaches, and educators in effectively integrating educational technology to enhance teaching practices and student learning outcomes.
• Professional Development & Training – Design and oversee training programs to build educators’ capacity to use technology to improve instruction, student engagement, and digital literacy.
• EdTech Evaluation & Integration – Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging educational technologies, digital tools, and learning management systems (LMS) to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making – Use data analytics and assessment tools to monitor the effectiveness of educational technology initiatives and guide continuous instructional improvement.
• Develop and manage annual technology budgets for areas of direct responsibility.
• Prioritize financial and strategic investments within areas of direct responsibility.
• Monitor budget performance and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Supervise the Supervisors of Information Technology, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend appropriate personnel actions, including hiring, training, and disciplinary measures.
• Ensure the IT team has the necessary skills and resources to effectively support the district's technology needs.
• Collaborate effectively with school administration collaborating with team members from both the Information Technology (IT) and Learning & Teaching departments through conversation projects, and meetings
• Communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and other technology partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Information Technology or the Executive Director of Learning and Teaching.



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Director of Literacy

JobID: 3548

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Literacy
Salary: $109,913-153,878
 
Qualifications:
 
• An appropriate valid and current Pennsylvania Instructional II, Supervisory and/or Principal Certificate
• A Master's Degree with Course Work in curriculum and instruction
• Three to Five years’ experience In Central Office and/or School Level Leadership
• Five years of successful public-school teaching experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used within  
•  the classroom
•  A valid and current operator's license for a motor vehicle and have access to an operable vehicle for traveling within and outside the district.
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34 and 151)
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
The Director of Literacy will lead the implementation of evidence-based literacy practices, focusing on pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade components of the science of reading and structured Literacy in grades Pre-Kindergarten through Eight. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of evidenced-based strategies for literacy development for all students served in the Allentown School District, and has experience? in developing and leading systems aligned to the Districtwide vision for literacy development and application that foster reading success for all students.
• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive PreK-12 literacy strategy centered on the Science of Reading to ensure evidence-based practices across all grade levels.
• Oversee and guide the integration of structured literacy components, including phonology, orthography, morphology, syntax, and semantics, into curriculum design and instructional practices.
• Collaborate with school leaders, instructional leaders, teachers, and instructional coaches to promote high-quality professional development on evidenced-based practices and structured literacy approaches and support their effective classroom  implementation.
• Evaluate students' literacy data to monitor progress, identify gaps, and implement targeted interventions based on the Science of Reading, Structured Literacy, and evidenced-based practices.
• Provide guidance and support in selecting and implementing evidence-based reading and writing assessments aligned to the Science of Reading
  
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Provides oversight in the implementation of all literacy curricula, in all curricular areas and interventions, Pre-K through 12
• Coordinates the development of a District-wide Literacy philosophy and assures complete alignment of all content areas as they relate to Literacy, with the Standards Aligned System (SAS)
• Coordinates with all departments to ensure that Literacy is fully integrated Pre-K through12
• Coordinates with Human Resources in screening, interviewing and hiring all staff related to Literacy
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining District common assessments aligned to literacy curriculum
• Collaborates with the Executive Director of Professional Learning in providing oversight and planning for all professional development of Literacy; including pre-service and in-service workshops and in-service programs at the district and building level
• Collaborates with appropriate personnel in the development, writing, and implementation of proposals to acquire funding
• Coordinates the preparation of status reports and presentations to teachers, administrators, district office personnel and the Board of School Directors as they relate to Literacy
• Provides committee leadership in all Literacy related areas
• Interfaces with Supervisors of Instruction in organizing classroom learning to focus on comprehension checks, responsive classrooms and higher order thinking skills
• Collaborates with the Chief Academic Officer in preparing and monitoring Literacy line items in the curriculum budget and equitably provides resource support
• Maintains a collaborative working relationship with state and local education agencies
• Participates on higher education, business, and community education advisory committees
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Academic Officer or the Superintendent



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Director of Grant Accounting

JobID: 3552

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/31/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Grant Accounting
Salary: $109,913-$153,878

Qualifications:
 
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business administration or other related field
• deemed appropriate.
• Three (3) years of accounting experience with school accounting or grant administration preferred.
• Knowledge of general principles of accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience and proficiency in Excel, Word and/or Google Docs is required.
• Strong analytical, research and mathematical aptitude
• Work well in a team environment.
• Excellent organization skills
• Dependable and able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Summary
Oversee and maintain grant revenues and expenditures, implement revenue controls and ensure timeliness and accuracy of grant reimbursement requests and financial reports.  The Grant Accountant performs various grant-related functions, including the monitoring and fiscal compliance of grants.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•  Perform accounting for grants received by the District including the creation and maintenance of the general ledger in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Pennsylvania Department of Education and Federal Uniform Guidance.
• Implement and monitor procedures to communicate, educate and ensure compliance with the
• internal policies and any other applicable grant regulations. Includes review and update of the business office procedures manual related to grant administration.
• Regularly meet and work with grant administrators to develop and/or review fiscal school year and grant year budgets and review planned and actual expenditure activity for adherence to grant award approval and timeframe.
• Calculate and record adjustments for labor distribution changes including related fringe benefits calculations.
•  Prepare invoices and cash requests for federal funds.
• Close out grants and file any required financial reports including final expenditure reports with the State.
• Complete the annual Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) included in the Annual Financial Audit.
• Prepare required audit work papers for annual, state, federal, local or internal requests.
• Ensure fixed assets purchased with grant funds are tagged and inventoried in the fixed asset
• system. Conduct physical inventory in compliance with District policy.
• Compute, prepare, and submit the annual indirect cost rate report to the State of Michigan.
• Establish and maintain a current grant status listing including beginning and ending grant dates
• Coordinate all grant related budgeting, budget revisions, accounting, reporting and cash flow.
• Stay abreast of federal state, local and district statutes, policies, regulations and procedures concerning grants
• Provide assistance to and communicate with state, federal, and local administrators with grant applications, budgets, reports and overall administration of the grants, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned which are necessary to maintain the District’s efficiency

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The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 




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Director of Information Technology

JobID: 3553

Position Type:
  Administration/Director


Date Posted:
  3/31/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Director of Information Technology
Salary: $109,913-153,878
 
Qualifications:
 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience in working with technology, including operating systems, telephones, voicemail, hardware, and software applications.
• Experience in development of an administration of budgets including grant writing and administration.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in applying computer technology and business software efficiently and effectively.
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34 and 151).
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Summary
Plans, administers, and supervises system-wide the implementation, operations, maintenance, and support of all information technology in the district, including all systems for instructional activities, school district, and individual school management.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
1. Acts as primary contact for all new information services and oversees the implementation of those services.
2. Develops monitoring techniques to measure levels of satisfaction of school district personnel and initiates programs to increase satisfaction.
3. Develops and provides client support required to ensure that the technology systems are used effectively, including developing and providing training programs, providing “help desk” support, and promoting user forums and discussion points.
4. Assesses user needs, translates them into technical objectives and works with the staff to define and implement practices and procedures on the selection, use and support of information technology.
5. Manages the acquisition of information technology for the school district, including equipment standards, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and performance management as well as maintains the reliability and availability of school district information technology hardware and software.
6. Maintains for clients the availability and usability of electronic data and develops appropriate backup procedures for the effective handling of “down time” in the utilization of information technology.
7. Maintains technology equipment and systems (e.g. servers, telephone systems, intercoms, alarms, surveillance cameras, software applications, network) for the purpose of ensuring that systems are functioning properly and effectively in support of district administrative and educational operations.
8. Serve as and/or collaborate with the District’s ERATE Specialist to ensure all Federal guidelines and CIPA compliancy.
9. Implements comprehensive maintenance plans for desktop, server, and network technology as well as safeguards information technology and its associated data from unintentional and malicious damage, loss, and use.
10. Creates and implement information technology security practices and procedures, including those for both the physical and electronic access to the school district’s information technology assets and data.
11. Makes recommendations concerning policy matters relative to information technology as well as facilitate technology information exchanges among school district personnel, vendors, and business partners.
12. Provides technical and business training, motivates, supports, and encourages professional growth, and oversees the efficient and effective utilization of the information technology staff.
13. Provides, directs, and organizes essential contract resources to meet those needs that cannot be met through existing staff capabilities and services and supervises and evaluates the performance of contracted personnel.
14. Develops the budget for information technology as well as oversees purchase plans related to technology.
15. Provides research data to assist in the evaluation of information technology hardware and software as well as reviews, evaluates synthesizes, and presents current research findings concerning applications of information technology.
16. Acquires and expands an understanding of the school district’s mission, while creatively applying that knowledge to help the school district attain its vision.
17. Provides leadership in the school district’s information technology organization and coordinates implementation of the school district’s technology plan.
18. Attends all public-school board meetings, participates in committee meetings, and presents on selected issues and programs, as necessary. 
19. Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools and/or the Deputy Superintendent.

The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Executive Director of English Learner Services

JobID: 2711

Position Type:
  Administration/Executive Director


Date Posted:
  4/3/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Executive Director of English Learner Services
Salary: $132,318-$185,246 

Qualifications:
 
1. Master’s Degree required.
   • Major in TESOL
   • Major in Bilingual Education
   • Major in Ed Leadership with PreK-12 Administrative Certificate
2. Five or more years of administrative experience including school and/or central administration experience at a director, principal or executive level.
3. Successful experience working with English Learners and/or Dual Language Instruction in an urban school district.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Summary
When reporting directly to the Chief Academic Officer, the Executive Director of English Learner Services will support the educational performance and financial stability of the district by providing strategic, forward thinking, and visionary leadership for the Office of English Learner Education Programs and the Newcomer Academies team members. The Executive Director will monitor and utilize data systems to meet state and federal mandates. The Executive Director of English Learner Services will also lead and direct the efforts of the team in the Office of English Learner Education Programs to provide exceptional customer service to internal and external constituents. The Executive Director of English Learner Services will serve and provide counsel as a member of the Superintendent’s Executive Leadership Team.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
1. Provide leadership, direction, supervision, both personally and through curriculum specialists andthe supervisor, and support to bilingual, ESL and World language programs. 
2. Develop and refine the philosophy, policies and operating procedures for the implementation of bilingual education, ESL and World Language programs in consonance with other school district policies, relevant state statutes and federal law. 
3. Provide resource personnel to schools and support services to students for the developmentand/or improvement of bilingual education, ESL and World language programsand implement guidelines as well as Title III support.
4. Administers, supervises, and coordinates, both directly and through supervisory personnel, theday-to-day operations and activities of the Bilingual/Multicultural Education Office including placement of ELLS, language assessment and monitoring of ELLs students, curriculum development, supervision of bilingual/ESL staff and World language staff.
5. Hold quarterly meetings with Bilingual/ESL principals for information dissemination and professional development in programmatic and compliance matters related to ELLs as well as Title III support.
6. Monitor the language acquisition of language minority and ELLs students in the bilingual education and ESL programs from the point of entry to exit; monitor the academic achievement of student populations that the Bilingual/Multicultural Education Office services.
7. Monitor the academic achievement of ESL students and language immersion program students.
8. Develop and monitor a budget that adequately meets the personnel and programmatic needs of the office
9. Develop and monitor Title III budget as well as participate in the development of the district’s ESEA Consolidated Plan.
10. Initiate and promote modified and/or new programs for linguistic and culturally diverse populations.
11. Monitor ELL language and academic progress to meet the Annual Measurement Achievement Objectives for ELLs as mandated by NCLB.
12. Collaborate with the Assessment Office in the academic and language assessment issues/mandates for ELLs.
13. Communicate to and collaborate with community and civic groups, institutions of higher education and community-based agencies which serve linguistic and culturally diverse populations as well as promote the development of education services for parents of linguistic and culturally diverse populations.
14. Collaborate with other programs affecting linguistic and culturally diverse populations and advocate for improving and expanding services for linguistic and culturally diverse populations in Special Education, Title I, Gifted & Talented, IB and AP programs and other district initiatives.
15. Collaborate with the Department of Learning and Teaching for equitable participation of linguistic and culturally diverse populations in all district’s curricular activities, as well as professional development activities for teachers of linguistic and culturally diverse populations.
16. Collaborate with other central services departments and divisions to ensure compliance matters are met accordingly.
17. Work with DPI in matters of policies, procedures, reports, grants, etc. pertaining to the implementation of the Bilingual Education Program.
18. Completes other duties as assigned.
 
Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!

The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 



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Executive Director of Facilities Services

JobID: 3163

Position Type:
  Administration/Executive Director


Date Posted:
  9/30/2024


Location:
  Maintenance


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Executive Director of Facilities
Salary Range: $132,318-$185,246

Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred. High school diploma required. Additional specialized training desirable (i.e., architectural, engineering, technical school, trade school, apprenticeship
programs, certification area). Experience in public education desired.
2. Five or more years recent experience in maintenance and facilities management, all trades and familiarity with building control systems are desired. Able to understand and interpret architectural
drawings and construction drawings; familiar with local, State, and federal codes/ordinances as they apply to operation of school facilities.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of building trades, mechanical trades, and construction; Must be willing to complete training programs as required from time to time by district policy and/or federal, state, or local law.
4. Must have experience analyzing problems and developing action plans.
5. Asbestos Management Planning/Building Inspection Certification preferred.
6. Project Management experience and/or certification (PMP) preferred
7. Must have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver license.
8. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151)
9. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with employees, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, school district staff and Board of Education.
10. Must have excellent technical competencies in a variety of areas including use of technology, mathematics skills, writing and editing, organization, problem-solving, multitasking, and statistical record keeping.
11. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
12. Be knowledgeable of and comply strictly with all laws and legal requirements regarding confidentiality of student and personnel records.
13. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community, architects, engineers, attorneys, contractors, and suppliers.
14. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
15. Ability to use Google (Sheets/Docs/Drive/Meet) and Microsoft (Word/Excel) programs required.
16. Willingness to learn and use new technology/programs required.
17. Ideal candidate would be a lifelong learner that reads professional journals and keeps current with
industry trends, equipment, and supplies.

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary
This position is responsible for the overall management of operations and maintenance of all district buildings, facilities, and grounds including the direction and supervision of the Director and Assistant Directors, custodial, maintenance, and grounds personnel. The Executive Director of Facilities Services ensures that all district facilities are in optimal condition to support the educational program and school/community activities in a clean, well-maintained, and safe environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversee and protect District assets, Develop, implement, and manage the Districts Capital projects.
2. Represent the District in day-to-day contacts with contractors, architects, attorneys and engineers in connection with facility renovations.
3. Interface and coordinate activities with local government agencies as pertaining to District facilities and properties.
4. Develop and/or coordinate bids, RFP’s, RFQ’s and other purchasing projects or initiatives specific to the department.
5. Assist in the negotiation of purchase/sale of district property.
6. Assist in the negotiation and administration of leases of district property, facilities and facilities used by the school district.
7. Actively participate in department continuous improvement initiatives to evaluate and refine current processes.
8. Uses independent judgment in significant matters when coordinating emergency procedures affecting building and grounds including cold weather temperature control and snow removal and serves and advises the Superintendent regarding school closure.
9. Uses independent judgment in significant matters when working with principals to coordinate the short-term and long-range facility improvement plans.
10. Establish professional relationships with building administrators and conduct meetings as necessary.
11. Oversee contractors and vendors to ensure compliance with work orders, contracts, and specifications.
12. Supervises and recommends approval of payment of all outside contractors performing work in the District.
13. The Scheduling of all preventive maintenance and required inspections while also ensuring documentation of related work performed by department personnel and contractors.
14. The evaluation and life-cycle planning for District capital assets. This process includes documenting assets, performing condition assessments, determining useful life, and budgeting for future maintenance and repairs. Lead the Capital Funding Plan budgeting process.
15. Development of departmental budgets.
16. Responsible for maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, AHERA, Right to Know, Radon, lead paint, lead in drinking water, asbestos correction, and underground storage tanks.
17. Understand indoor air quality procedures and EPA guidelines.
18. Assist with required testing for mold, allergens, radon, asbestos, lead in water, and legionnaire bacteria.
19. Requires a working knowledge of building automated control systems and critical building electrical, HVAC, and life safety systems.
20. Collaborates with Director of Operations and Director of Information Technology to review and maintain on a regular basis, all security precautions, security systems, fire alarms, and phone systems to make sure they are fully operational.
21. Perform regular building checks to monitor work schedule and trouble-shoot problems.
22. Support and/or serve as a member of district emergency/crisis response and safety teams.
23. Monitor and supervise evening/weekend facilities use by school, community, and other outside groups.
24. Perform weekly checklist audits.
25. Assist maintenance and custodial staff with building maintenance, as needed.
26. Assist custodial staff with the upkeep and cleaning of district facilities, as needed.
27. Regular and timely attendance.
28. Be on-call 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, to respond to emergencies as needed.
29. Participate in the negotiation and administration of labor contracts involving the Facilities Department staff.
30. Provide effective leadership in a union environment.
31. Receive and address employee concerns and participate in the resolution of grievances filed under applicable collective bargaining agreements, as necessary.
32. Conduct performance evaluations of all maintenance and custodial staff and provide regular feedback to team members.
33. Participate in and make recommendations regarding staffing decisions and the hiring process.
34. Provide information and recommendations to administration concerning policies, practices, and contractual issues relating to the department.
35. Perform all duties in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws, and School Board Policies.
36. Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, rules, practices, and policies.
37. Respectful and professional interactions with community, colleagues, co-workers, students, and district staff.
38. Attend Board of Education Meetings as required.
39. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and that management may revise it at any time.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages office staff, the Directors and Assistant Directors of Facilities, mechanics, custodians, truck drivers,
groundskeepers, and warehouse personnel. Is responsible for the coordination and evaluation of these
individuals. Responsibilities include interviewing, recommending for hiring, and training employees; planning,
assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints, and resolving problems. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s
policies and applicable laws.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Budget Analyst

JobID: 3084

Position Type:
  Administration/Finance & Budget Analyst


Date Posted:
  8/6/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Budget Analyst
Salary Range: $72,353-$101,294
 
Qualifications:  
• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or related field
• Minimum three years experience in accounting, business management or related field
• Experience in public school accounting preferred • School and/or business leadership experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in computer technology and financial / computer software applications
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114 and 151)
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Director may determine appropriate and acceptable
 
Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance, the Budget Analyst assures adequate fiscal controls and proper accounting and disbursement procedures and ensures that district expenditures are within grant limits and approved budget appropriations and are according to local, state, and federal policies and regulations.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Serves as an advisor to the Director of Finance on issues relating to the business and financial affairs of the District
• Assists in annual budget development and assumes responsibility for its day-to-day administration
• Assists in financial monitoring and budget forecasting
• Provides monthly reporting of expenditures to all schools and departments
• Coordinates and reviews budgetary transfers and prepares list for Board approvals
• Manages purchasing and bidding processes pursuant to State code and related guidelines, and ensures participation in select joint purchasing efforts
• Oversees the preparation and submission of required accounting reports, including but not limited to the Act 80 report and the PDE-374 report
• Provides oversight in establish new budget codes
• Invoices other school districts and entities for services provided by the ASD
• Provides oversight of the completion of required state, federal and independent audits
• Assist in the preparation of a 5 year Budget Forecast 
• Forecast 5, Position Control, Plancon J.
• Analyzes the effectiveness of districts financial programs
• Prepare reports as required by the District Auditors
• Insures timely payment of outstanding bond, EMMA responsibility PDE 2071
• Oversees monthly closings and reconciliation of accounts
• Annual recognition with Tax & Revenue Collections
• Recommends new procedures as desirable and necessary to improve efficiency and effectiveness in all business functions
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities
Assists the Executive Director of Finance in the supervision of staff the Business/Finance Office, and assists in the coordination and evaluation of these individuals. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems as needed. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable laws.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 




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Middle School Principal- Harrison Morton

JobID: 3082

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  8/3/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Middle School Principal- Harrison Morton
Salary Range: $109,913 - $153,878


Qualifications:
1. Masters degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field; doctorate preferred.
2. Eligible for Pennsylvania Principal Certification.
3. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary or elementary school instruction.
4. Knowledge of and flexibility in the use of computers and software programs typically used in school administration.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of a standards-based curriculum required in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
6. Experience in Administration preferred.
7. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
8. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
9. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Summary
Directs and coordinates educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate administrators..

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data-driven decision-making – Identifies, analyzes, and uses key human capital metrics to make updates and changes in support of teacher quality. Shares data with key stakeholders.
• Assists in establishing clear approaches to measuring student growth and measures it by individual student with the intention of ensuring that every student has an opportunity to go to college or post-secondary schooling.
• Lead in implementing a comprehensive instructional improvement system.
• Regularly reviews pertinent student performance data to assess the effectiveness of interventions in helping at-risk students and to devise new action plans to for newly identified and previously identified at-risk student
People Management – Actively devotes time to identify and develop top talent. Provides clarity and evaluations about roles, responsibilities, and performance goals and offers direct feedback on how to improve performance. Creates an inclusive environment in which diverse perspectives are valued. Uses relevant data to ensure appropriate staffing of the school.
• Provides supervision, leadership, and evaluation of each professional employee as designated by the Superintendent of Schools.
Effective Influencer – Effectively inspires others to work towards common goals to meet the needs of urban school students, despite obstacles. Emphasizes and advocates the importance of human capital’s role serving schools and especially students in communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Embodies the school’s goals, mission and visions articulated in its school improvement plan and use data to assess whether the school is on track to achieving the goals.
• Works collaboratively with the all appropriate departments of Central Administration to ensure alignment between district and school programming for the benefit of all stakeholders in the school community.
Strong Collaboration & Cross-Functional Skills – Proactively works in partnership with others to achieve a common goal or necessary objective. Builds rapport and cooperative relationships with others. Provides liaison with students, parents, staff, parent groups, community agencies and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with employee associations and relevant stakeholders. Places high priority on team and organizational goals.
• Customer Service Orientation – Makes customers and their needs a primary focus. Takes appropriate immediate action to meet customer needs and concerns and continually assesses feedback from customers to make improvements.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of High Expectations: establishes and regularly works to maintain a strong, restorative school culture that promotes a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student and requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school’s vision and mission and successfully develops the full range of students’ learning capacities – academic, creative, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical.
• Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations.
• Administers educational programs for students with special needs.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, or designee.
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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Sick time
• PSERS Retirement Fund
 *Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 




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High School Principal - William Allen High School

JobID: 2418

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  7/1/2024


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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High School Principal - William Allen High School
Salary Range: $132,318 -  $185,246

Qualifications:
 
• Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field; doctorate preferred.
• Eligible or hold a Pennsylvania Principal Certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a school administrator, preferable in an urban, turnaround, and/or high-needs environment.
• Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34 and 151).
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.
 
Summary
Directs and coordinates educational, administrative, and counseling activities consistent with the charge of improving student achievement by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate administrator
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Collaborates in establishing clear approaches to measuring student growth and measures it by individual student. Intentions of ensuring that every student has an opportunity to go to college or post-secondary schooling.
• Provide transformational leadership necessary to plan, launch, and manage the turnaround process in a chronically underperforming school by designing and implementing strategies to dramatically improve student achievement.
• Proven ability to build a positive school culture and climate that supports the whole student.
• Leveraging research and data to drive initiatives and instruction
• Ability to build a high-performing staff and leadership team to achieve and sustain results through collaborative efforts.
• Collaborates in designing and implementing rigorous, transparent, and fair evaluation system for the professional staff that (a) differentiate effectiveness using multiple rating categories that take into account data on student growth as a significant factor, and (b) are designed and developed with principal involvement.
• Conducts annual evaluations of the professional and support staff that includes timely and constructive feedback; Use of the evaluations, at a minimum, to inform decisions regarding developing the professional staff, including providing relevant coaching, induction support, and/or professional development.
• Collaborates in the development of a comprehensive instructional improvement system, fully aligned to standards, assessments, curriculum frameworks, instruction, resources and materials and interventions.
• Principal will collaborate with parents, community members, school staff, district administrators, as well as other internal and external stakeholders to implement innovative strategies to accelerate student achievement.
• Collaborates in implementing a comprehensive instructional improvement system that includes the expansion and integration of real-time school and district data into the Standards Aligned Systems (SAS) online tool (e.g., diagnostic assessments, voluntary model curriculum) with an interface that provides easy-to-access and interpret information, customized (e.g., teacher, parent) passwordprotected feature and additional applications and tools.
• Collaborates in conducting a summer staff data review meeting; quarterly staff data review meeting; bi-weekly leadership data team meeting and audits the weekly teacher collaborative planning meeting.
• Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives.
• Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school; Insures proper placement of students within the overall educational program.
• Reviews the quarterly early warning system report to assess the effectiveness of interventions in helping at-risk students and to devise new action plans to for newly identified and previously identified at-risk students.
•  Reviews and discusses the school’s goals articulated in its school improvement plan and use data to assess whether the school is on track to achieving the goals.
•  Works collaboratively with the departments of Community & Student Services, ESOL, and Instructional Support Services in the design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students with specialized needs.
• Works closely with the Executive Director of Instruction to execute the focused goals set forth by the Superintendent.
• Works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Planning and External Funding and the Director of Grants and Development to ensure that Title I funds, school improvement funds and other grants are linked to the strategic plan and the data reflecting student achievement needs such as the PSSA, 4Sight and other data that are used to inform continuous instructional improvement.
• Provides supervision, leadership, and evaluation of each professional employee as designated by the Superintendent of Schools.
• Remains current in studies of best practices in instruction and keeps informed of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Helps parents/guardians/students in resolving student/parent/staff complaints and safety concerns.
• Works collaboratively with principals in establishing safety net programs that will maximize opportunity for students to meet grade level expectations and State and ASD standards.
• Presents information and responds to questions from professional staff, and the general public.
• Works in establishing annual staffing plans to meet the enrollment and instructional needs of the school.
•  Interfaces with the Director of Assessment in using data to inform the work of each of the school supervised.
• Develops and coordinates educational programs through meetings with staff, review of teachers' activities, and issuance of directives.
• Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school.
• Oversees initiation, design, and implementation of projects and programs that will meet the specific needs of students including those with disabilities.
• Coordinates the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula with the assistance of appropriate district facilitators and administrators.
• Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Administers educational programs for students with special needs.
•  Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
•  Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events.
• Computes pupil/teacher ratios, percentages, and interprets bar graphs and other data pertinent to educational leadership and instructional achievement.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, or designee.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Elementary School Principal

JobID: 3535

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Elementary Principal
Salary Range: $109,913 - $153,878


Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
2. Valid and active PA Certification as an Elementary Principal;
3. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary or elementary school instruction.
4. Skillfully utilize technology and software programs typically used in school administration.
5. Demonstrated success in turning around low performing schools and/or underperforming students. Experience in urban schools preferred.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of a standards-based curriculum required in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
7. Experience in Urban Administration preferred.
8. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
9. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
10. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable

Summary
Principals provide a clear vision for learning for all students; ensure a safe, secure and orderly learning environment; and cultivate strong relationships with, and acts in service to, diverse stakeholders, including families and communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data-driven decision-making – Identifies, analyzes, and uses key human capital metrics to make updates and changes in support of teacher quality. Shares data with key stakeholders.
• Assists in establishing clear approaches to measuring student growth and measures it by individual student with the intention of ensuring that every student has an opportunity to go to college or post-secondary schooling.
• Lead in implementing a comprehensive instructional improvement system.
• Regularly reviews pertinent student performance data to assess the effectiveness of interventions in helping at-risk students and to devise new action plans to for newly identified and previously identified at-risk student
People Management – Actively devotes time to identify and develop top talent. Provides clarity and evaluations about roles, responsibilities, and performance goals and offers direct feedback on how to improve performance. Creates an inclusive environment in which diverse perspectives are valued. Uses relevant data to ensure appropriate staffing of the school.
• Provides supervision, leadership, and evaluation of each professional employee as designated by the Superintendent of Schools.
Effective Influencer – Effectively inspires others to work towards common goals to meet the needs of urban school students, despite obstacles. Emphasizes and advocates the importance of human capital’s role serving schools and especially students in communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Embodies the school’s goals, mission and visions articulated in its school improvement plan and use data to assess whether the school is on track to achieving the goals.
• Works collaboratively with the all appropriate departments of Central Administration to ensure alignment between district and school programming for the benefit of all stakeholders in the school community.
Strong Collaboration & Cross-Functional Skills – Proactively works in partnership with others to achieve a common goal or necessary objective. Builds rapport and cooperative relationships with others. Provides liaison with students, parents, staff, parent groups, community agencies and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with employee associations and relevant stakeholders. Places high priority on team and organizational goals.
• Customer Service Orientation – Makes customers and their needs a primary focus. Takes appropriate immediate action to meet customer needs and concerns and continually assesses feedback from customers to make improvements.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of High Expectations: establishes and regularly works to maintain a strong, restorative school culture that promotes a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student and requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school’s vision and mission and successfully develops the full range of students’ learning capacities – academic, creative, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical.
• Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations.
• Administers educational programs for students with special needs.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, or designee.
Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Sick time
• PSERS Retirement Fund
 *Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Elementary School Principal- Dodd

JobID: 3589

Position Type:
  Administration/Principal


Date Posted:
  4/29/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Elementary Principal
Salary Range: $109,913 - $153,878


Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
2. Valid and active PA Certification as an Elementary Principal;
3. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary or elementary school instruction.
4. Skillfully utilize technology and software programs typically used in school administration.
5. Demonstrated success in turning around low performing schools and/or underperforming students. Experience in urban schools preferred.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of a standards-based curriculum required in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
7. Experience in Urban Administration preferred.
8. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
9. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
10. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable

Summary
Principals provide a clear vision for learning for all students; ensure a safe, secure and orderly learning environment; and cultivate strong relationships with, and acts in service to, diverse stakeholders, including families and communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Data-driven decision-making – Identifies, analyzes, and uses key human capital metrics to make updates and changes in support of teacher quality. Shares data with key stakeholders.
• Assists in establishing clear approaches to measuring student growth and measures it by individual student with the intention of ensuring that every student has an opportunity to go to college or post-secondary schooling.
• Lead in implementing a comprehensive instructional improvement system.
• Regularly reviews pertinent student performance data to assess the effectiveness of interventions in helping at-risk students and to devise new action plans to for newly identified and previously identified at-risk student
People Management – Actively devotes time to identify and develop top talent. Provides clarity and evaluations about roles, responsibilities, and performance goals and offers direct feedback on how to improve performance. Creates an inclusive environment in which diverse perspectives are valued. Uses relevant data to ensure appropriate staffing of the school.
• Provides supervision, leadership, and evaluation of each professional employee as designated by the Superintendent of Schools.
Effective Influencer – Effectively inspires others to work towards common goals to meet the needs of urban school students, despite obstacles. Emphasizes and advocates the importance of human capital’s role serving schools and especially students in communications with internal and external stakeholders.
• Embodies the school’s goals, mission and visions articulated in its school improvement plan and use data to assess whether the school is on track to achieving the goals.
• Works collaboratively with the all appropriate departments of Central Administration to ensure alignment between district and school programming for the benefit of all stakeholders in the school community.
Strong Collaboration & Cross-Functional Skills – Proactively works in partnership with others to achieve a common goal or necessary objective. Builds rapport and cooperative relationships with others. Provides liaison with students, parents, staff, parent groups, community agencies and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with colleges, community organizations, and other schools to coordinate educational services.
• Supervises extracurricular programs and evaluates these programs by regular attendance at these events.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationship with employee associations and relevant stakeholders. Places high priority on team and organizational goals.
• Customer Service Orientation – Makes customers and their needs a primary focus. Takes appropriate immediate action to meet customer needs and concerns and continually assesses feedback from customers to make improvements.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of High Expectations: establishes and regularly works to maintain a strong, restorative school culture that promotes a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student and requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school’s vision and mission and successfully develops the full range of students’ learning capacities – academic, creative, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical.
• Supervises building discipline, student, faculty, and staff attendance, and class schedules, cumulative records, and grade reporting ensuring that all are consistent with district policies and regulations.
• Administers educational programs for students with special needs.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, studies of best practices, and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the Superintendent of Schools, or designee.
Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Sick time
• PSERS Retirement Fund
 *Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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High School Step Team Coach

JobID: 3503

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Club/Activity


Date Posted:
  2/27/2025


Location:
  Dieruff High School


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High School Step Team Coach

 Qualifications:
•  Experience: Previous coaching experience, preferably with step teams, dance, or related performing arts teams.
•  Knowledge: Understanding of step performance techniques, choreography, and safe practices.
•  Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to inspire, motivate, and build team spirit.
•  Clearances: PA State Police, Child Abuse and FBI Background check
•  Education: High school diploma required; college coursework or degree in physical education, dance, or related fields preferred.
•  Passion for the Arts: A passion for stepping, dance, and working with high school students.

Position Overview:

The Step Team Coach is responsible for developing and leading the high school step team, providing coaching and mentorship, and ensuring a positive, inclusive, and dynamic experience for student athletes. The coach will oversee training sessions, choreograph routines, and guide team members in competitions and performances. This role requires a passion for stepping, strong leadership, and the ability to foster teamwork and discipline among students.


Key Responsibilities:
•  Team Management: Lead and manage the high school step team, including recruitment, retention, and development of team members.
•  Practice Planning & Execution: Plan and lead team practices, ensuring safe and effective training, and fostering skill development.
•  Choreography & Routine Development: Create and teach routines, ensuring that they are innovative, safe, and in line with the school's values and standards.
•  Performance & Competitions: Prepare the team for local and regional performances and competitions, including overseeing transportation, equipment, and logistics.
•  Safety & Risk Management: Maintain a safe practice environment, ensuring all activities comply with school and district safety protocols.
•  Team Motivation & Mentorship: Foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment where students develop confidence, teamwork, discipline, and respect.
•  Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with students, parents, and school staff. Regularly update parents on team activities, progress, and upcoming events.
•  Administrative Tasks: Complete necessary administrative tasks, including scheduling, paperwork, and ensuring all required forms are submitted on time.
•  Collaboration: Work closely with the athletic department, other coaches, and school staff to support student athletes and promote school spirit.

Working Conditions:
•  This is a part-time, seasonal position during the school year.
•  Practices typically occur after school hours (e.g., 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM).
•  Travel to competitions and performances may be required.





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Head Coach (Baseball)

JobID: 3489

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  2/21/2025


Location:
  South Mountain Middle School


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Head Coach (Baseball)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Head Coach (Girls Soccer)

JobID: 3490

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  2/21/2025


Location:
  South Mountain Middle School


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Head Coach (Girls Soccer)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Assistant Coach (Girls Basketball)

JobID: 3234

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  10/15/2024


Location:
  South Mountain Middle School


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Assistant Coach (Girls Basketball)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Assistant Coach (Wrestling) 2025-26 SY

JobID: 3587

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  4/27/2025


Location:
  William Allen High School


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Assistant Coach (Wrestling)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Head Coach (Boys Spring Track)

JobID: 3604

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  Raub Middle School


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Head Coach (Boys Spring Track)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Head Coach (Girls Spring Track)

JobID: 3605

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  Raub Middle School


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Head Coach (Girls Spring Track)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Head Coach (Football)

JobID: 3606

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  South Mountain Middle School


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Head Coach (Football)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Assistant Coach (Football)

JobID: 3607

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coaching


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  South Mountain Middle School


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Assistant Coach (Football)


Participation in sports and extracurricular activities has far-ranging benefits that touch on many aspects of a child’s development. High participation in activities, where students are engaged beyond the school day, has the ability to enrich the overall school culture and climate, foster stronger school spirit and increase academic performance.
 
The vision for the Allentown School District Athletics Department is to ensure that the athletic program is an integral component of the educational program, providing participants with an opportunity to promote physical well-being, enhance self-confidence, build school spirit and promote a positive school climate while learning values such as teamwork and sportsmanship. ASD athletic programs should be designed to meet students’ interests and abilities, and be varied in scope to attract wide participation.

Documents Needed:
1. PA Background Check
2. Child Abuse Clearance
3. FBI Fingerprinting - Unless otherwise indicated, only results from the Department of Education will be accepted.
4. The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires each new school district employee to submit a School Personnel Health Record, completed by a licensed physician. 
   1. At a minimum, the completed School Health Record form must reflect the results of a recent physical examination and tuberculin testing.





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Assistant Manager - Purchasing

JobID: 3610

Position Type:
  Business Office/Assistant Manager


Date Posted:
  5/13/2025


Location:
  Administration Center - Allentown, PA


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Assistant Manager- Purchasing
Salary Range: $52,177-$73,047
 
Qualifications:  
• Minimum Associate's degree or equivalent from accredited two-year college, business or technical school; or two to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years leadership experience in accounting, business management, or related field in a school environment preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in technology and financial or HR software applications.
• Consistent record of satisfactory work performance.
• Satisfactory criminal and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
• Ability to perform essential job duties satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as determined to be appropriate and acceptable
 
Summary
The Assistant Purchasing Manager will support the Director of Procurement in overseeing the procurement of goods and services for the Allentown School District. This role involves ensuring that all purchasing activities are conducted in compliance with district policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations. The Assistant Purchasing Manager will also assist in managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining accurate records. The assistant purchasing manager will process purchasing requisitions submitted for building supplies and equipment by ASD employees, as well as conduct general functions of the Business Office.  In addition, relieve officials of administrative detail by performing the following duties:
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 
• Reviews purchase requisitions, verify that sufficient funds are on hand, and process requisitions in the system.
• Review and process purchase orders and review them for accuracy; prepare purchase orders for processing and distributes them as appropriate.
• Processes and finalizes all purchase orders in the Skyward system to ensure the previous fiscal year can be closed.
• Works closely with vendors to resolve order and payment issues, as well as product, catalog, and other issues.
• Supervises clerical staff assisting with purchasing activities.
• Works with schools to verify that received orders are accurate and complete; resolves issues as necessary with the appropriate vendor.
• Assists Grants Department in processing and tracking purchase orders.
• Assist in account analysis for year-end audit
• Work during holidays, if needed, to complete assigned or departmental tasks.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned or delegated by the supervisor.
• Maintain and update vendor databases, including evaluating vendor performance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to orders and deliveries.
• Collaborate with other departments to forecast purchasing needs and budget requirements.
Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

Supervisory Responsibilities
Assists the Director of Procurement in the supervision of various secretarial staff, including assignment coordination and performance evaluation.  Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems as needed.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable laws.


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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Integrated Arts Instructor for Drama and Dance

JobID: 3482

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Dance and Drama


Date Posted:
  2/10/2025


Location:
  Roosevelt Elementary School


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Integrated Arts Instructor- Drama and Dance
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343

Qualifications:  
 
1. Bachelor's Degree
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate 
3. PDE PK-12 Dance Education Certification
4. Creative Movement PK-12 Endorsement and /or Theatre PK-12 Endorsements preferred
5. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
6. Proven experience with student-centered instructional strategies for theatre and/or dance.
7. Familiarity with the National Core Arts Standards and best practices.
8. Successful experience in curriculum development and performing arts integration.
9. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Teaches fundamental techniques in age-appropriate acting, improvisation, storytelling, and dance for elementary school students.
2. Organizes and facilitates performances, events, and projects that promote the performing arts in the community.
3. Collaborates with classroom teachers to integrate theatre and dance concepts into core content areas to enhance interdisciplinary learning.
4. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
5. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
6. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
7. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
8. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
9. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
10. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.
11. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.
12. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
13. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
14. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.
15. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.
16. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
17. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.
18. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.
19. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

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The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Salaried Substitute- ESL

JobID: 3513

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ESL


Date Posted:
  3/12/2025


Location:
  Ramos Elementary School


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Salaried Substitute- ESL
Salary Range: $56,493/yr.

 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 
 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 



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Teacher- Grade 4

JobID: 3596

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5


Date Posted:
  5/1/2025


Location:
  Mosser Elementary School


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Teacher- Grade 04
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Teacher- Grade 5

JobID: 3585

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5


Date Posted:
  4/27/2025


Location:
  Mosser Elementary School


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Teacher- Grade 02
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Intervention Specialist

JobID: 3534

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Intervention Specialist


Date Posted:
  3/13/2025


Location:
  Mosser Elementary School


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Intervention Specialist
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343
 
Qualifications:
 
1. B.S or B.A in elementary education, secondary education, and/or special education and M.Ed.
2. Hold a valid and current Pennsylvania Instructional II Teaching Certificate
   1. For Elementary Position: Elementary or Special Education certification
3. At least five years of highly successful teaching experience with positive student outcomes in the elementary grades (Experience in public education preferred)
4. In-depth and specific knowledge in content, curriculum, instruction, and assessment
5. Knowledge of language acquisition and effective techniques for English Language learners
6. In-depth knowledge of the Balanced Literacy Framework, Guided Math, and Inquiry-based Instruction, Child Study Team practices, Early Warning Systems, and Continuum of Behavioral Supports, as applicable
7. Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
8. Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
9. Working knowledge and comfort with technology including, but not limited to online education platforms, Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets, Google Drive, and presentation technology.
10. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34 and 151), FBI clearances
11. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the Allentown Board of Directors and Superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.
12. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 Summary
Under the supervision of the building principal, in conjunction with the Director of Literacy and the Director of STEM, the Intervention Specialist will deliver research-based interventions, perform academic assessments, analyze data, provide professional development aligned with district and school improvement goals and the ASD Strategic and Instructional Frameworks. The Intervention Specialist should demonstrate expertise in instruction, assessments, data analysis, leadership and collegial relationship skills.The Intervention Specialist will offer training to teachers in effective intervention and assessment and guidance to parents in methods to support the school-based interventions.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:?
1. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the PDE Standards Aligned System (SAS), Higher Order Thinking, and Formative Assessment
2. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of Resiliency and Classroom Management, with emphasis on knowledge of Restorative Practices and Trauma Informed practices
3. Supports teachers in utilizing early warning systems to assist in providing or developing appropriate instructional or behavioral plans.
4. Assists in team decisions regarding academic and behavioral needs of students (e.g., using curriculum-based assessments.
5. Designs and implements appropriate Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions for literacy, mathematics and behavior.
6. Supports classroom teachers in data analysis, progress monitoring, designing and scheduling appropriate classroom-based interventions
7. Facilitates and coordinates meetings with various stakeholders to support, organize and manage the Response to Instruction and Intervention (RtII) process
8. Works in a collaborative team approach to resolve, collaborate and problem-solve student concerns.
9. Knows and adheres to the rules of FERPA and other practices related to confidentiality.
10. Adheres to the rules and mandates of IDEA, Pa Code 22: Chapters 14 and 15 regulations.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 




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Anticipated Teacher- Kindergarten

JobID: 3525

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten


Date Posted:
  3/13/2025


Location:
  Mosser Elementary School


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Teacher- Kindergarten
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Anticipated Teacher- Kindergarten

JobID: 3557

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten


Date Posted:
  4/6/2025


Location:
  Jefferson Elementary School


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Teacher- Kindergarten
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Teacher- Kindergarten

JobID: 3603

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten


Date Posted:
  5/8/2025


Location:
  Brig. Gen. Anna Mae Hays Elementary School


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Teacher- Kindergarten
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Teacher- Kindergarten

JobID: 3611

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Kindergarten


Date Posted:
  5/15/2025


Location:
  Jackson ECC


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Teacher- Kindergarten
Salary Range: $56,493 - $74,353
 
Qualifications:  
 
1. A Bachelors degree.  
2. Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
3. Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
4. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
5. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
2. Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.  
3. Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
4. Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
5. Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
6. Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
7. Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
8. Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
9. Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
10. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
11. Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
12. Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
13. Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
14. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
15. Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
16. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 
 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Library Teacher

JobID: 3143

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Library Science


Date Posted:
  8/18/2024


Location:
  Roosevelt Elementary School


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Library Teacher 
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343


Qualifications:  
 
• A Bachelors degree.  
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total instrumental school program.  
• Ensemble leadership and collaboration with the music department to recruit, grow, teach and create learning opportunities within the Music program. 
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Library Teacher

JobID: 3153

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Library Science


Date Posted:
  8/22/2024


Location:
  Lehigh Parkway Elementary School


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Library Teacher 
Lehigh Parkway/Washington Split
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343


Qualifications:  
 
• A Bachelors degree.  
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total instrumental school program.  
• Ensemble leadership and collaboration with the music department to recruit, grow, teach and create learning opportunities within the Music program. 
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Openings as of 5/19/2025

Music Teacher

JobID: 3484

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Music


Date Posted:
  2/18/2025


Location:
  Lehigh Parkway Elementary School


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Music Teacher 
Lehigh Parkway/Washington Split
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343


Qualifications:  
 
• A Bachelors degree.  
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total instrumental school program.  
• Ensemble leadership and collaboration with the music department to recruit, grow, teach and create learning opportunities within the Music program. 
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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Art Teacher

JobID: 3614

Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Music


Date Posted:
  5/15/2025


Location:
  Ramos Elementary School


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Art Teacher 
Salary Range: $56,493-$74,343


Qualifications:  
 
• A Bachelors degree.  
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.  
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).  
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.  

Performance Responsibilities:
• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.  
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total instrumental school program.  
• Ensemble leadership and collaboration with the music department to recruit, grow, teach and create learning opportunities within the Music program. 
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.  
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.  
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining  Agreement.  
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.  
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.  
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.  
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.  
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.  
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.  
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.  
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.  
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.  
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs. 

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!
 
The Allentown School District is committed to excellence! The richness of The Allentown School District's diversity is strengthened by its central role in educating our students for America's future through academic excellence and celebrating the culturally responsive, athletic and artistic range of talent in the schools. ASD students originate from 51 countries and speak 26 languages.
 
The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.
This may include*
o             Medical Insurance
o             Dental Insurance
o             Vision Reimbursement
o             Tuition Reimbursement
o             Personal and Sick time
o             PSERS Retirement Fund
 
*Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement. 


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• Teacher Position.pdf



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