Join the UDA Team!
Why is UDA the right career for you?
Our mission is to empower our students to be lifelong learners in order to reach their greatest potential! Through a learning partnership comprised of staff, families, and the community at large, we promote a collaborative spirit in a safe and secure environment to support the education of the whole child.
UDA is committed to
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Providing a challenging curriculum with effective teaching;
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Promoting a culture of respect which values diversity;
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Empowering our students to develop personal integrity and accountability.
If you are passionate about impacting the next generation to be strong learners and leaders, UDA is the right place for you!
Questions?
Lisa Adams
Superintendent Secretary & Human Resources Secretary
717-362-6553
Current Openings
Apply Now
- Review our open positions and substitute positions below.
- Email your resume or application to hr@udasd.org.
- Visit our Clearances section to see what clearances are necessary once hired.
Professional
Speech and Language Pathologist
The Upper Dauphin Area School District has an opening for a speech and language pathologist to provide speech/language programming, including evaluation and treatment, for school-age children who are eligible for special education services. This is a full time permanent position starting immediately. This position requires a Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology; ASHA CCCs (CFY considered); must have a PA Instructional I or II Certificate in Speech Correction or Educational Specialist.
The Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- Competitive Salary – 190 Day Contract
- Healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- PA State Teachers Retirement (PSERS)
Email PA Standard Application or resume to hr@udasd.org or mail to Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048.
Application Deadline: Until the position is filled.
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
The Upper Dauphin Area School District has an opening for a Middle School ELA Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Middle School has been nationally recognized as a Don Eichhorn “School to Watch”. This is a full time permanent position beginning the 2025-2026 school year. Bachelor’s degree required. PA K-6 or 4-8 certification accepted. Middle Level English Language Arts is preferred.
The Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- Competitive Salary – 190 Day Contract
- Healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- PA State Teachers Retirement (PSERS)
Send or email PA Standard Application or resume to hr@udasd.org Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048.
Application Deadline: Until the position is filled.
Support Staff
None at this time.
Extracurricular
Anticipated Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach
Now accepting applications for an Anticipated Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach. This is an extracurricular position starting immediately in preparation for the 2025-26 season. Candidate must have basketball coaching experience in a school-based program. Evening and weekend availability required. Send letter of interest and coaching resume to bellb@udasd.org or Upper Dauphin Area High School, 220 N Church St, Elizabethville, PA 17023.
The Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- A starting stipend of $3,015 plus additional based on years of experience
- A deep history as a girls basketball program
Applications will be accepted until April 11, 2025.
Clearances
Use the following links to go directly to the registration pages for the clearances:
Act 34 – The Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check:
The PA State Police use a web-based computer application for which you must use a credit card to pay the fee. The result will not be mailed. You must return to the ePatch site and print your criminal history check results.
Act 151 – Department of Human Services Child Abuse Report:
Under Child Welfare Portal click on create a new account. Follow the steps to create a new account. You will receive an email with your password. Follow the Directions to complete your request. You can request your certificate by mail. Please provide your original certificate to the District Office (a copy will be made and your original certificate will be given back to you).
Act 114 – FBI Criminal History Report:
Applicants are required to complete pre-enrollment in the new Universal Enrollment system. The registration website is available online 24 hours/day, seven days per week at https://uenroll.identogo.com Telephonic registration is available at 1-844-321-2101 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm EST. When registering on-line, an applicant must use the appropriate agency specific Service Code. The service code for school employment is 1KG6XN. Please provide your Universal Enrollment Identification Number, your Social Security Number, and your Transaction Number to the District Office.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Upper Dauphin Area School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or handicap/disability.
