Join the UDA Team!
Welcome to Upper Dauphin Area!
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
- Providing a challenging curriculum with effective teaching;
- Promoting a culture of respect which values diversity;
- 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.
Administrative
None at this time.
Professional
Special Education Teacher
Now accepting applications for an anticipated Special Education Teacher for a Multiple Disabilities classroom. This is a full time permanent position. Special Education PK-8, Special Education PK-12, or K-12 mentally and/or physically handicapped certification preferred. Bachelor’s degree required. Send or email PA Standard Application or resume to hr@udasd.org, Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048
Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- Competitive Salary- 190 Day Contract
- Healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System)
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Support Staff
Maintenance Technician
Now accepting applications for a full time maintenance technician that possess skills in several construction and mechanical crafts such as carpentry, electrical installation and repair, plumbing, painting, athletic equipment and field management, snow removal, and mechanics, HVAC experience preferred. Using a variety of skills that include preventative maintenance, install, repair, and maintain equipment and physical structure within the school district. Full-time, 12-month position available immediately. Send non-instructional application to hr@udasd.org or Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048. The successful candidate will need to provide: Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Background Clearance, FBI (PA Department of Education) Clearance.
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Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Paid Holidays (after 30 days)
- Earned Time Off includes vacation (after one year), sick, and personal
- Healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System)
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Elementary Title I Paraprofessional Aide
Now accepting applications for a full time Elementary Title I Paraprofessional Aide. The hours will be 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. The aide will provide high quality reading and writing instructional support to students within the school environment. Candidates should possess an associate’s degree or equivalent . This is a permanent position starting immediately. Send non-instructional application to hr@udasd.org or Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048. The successful candidate will need to provide: Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Background Clearance, FBI (PA Department of Education) Clearance.
Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- $12.50 per hour
- Paid Holidays (after 30 days)
- Earned Time Off includes vacation (after one year), sick, and personal
- Healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System)
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Full-Time & Part-Time Paraprofessional Aides
Now accepting applications for a full-time and part-time paraprofessional aide. This is a permanent position starting the 2024-2025 school year. Send non-instructional application to hr@udasd.org or Upper Dauphin Area School District, 5668 State Route 209, Lykens, PA 17048. The successful candidate will need to provide: Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Background Clearance, FBI (PA Department of Education) Clearance.
Upper Dauphin Area School District offers:
- $12.50 per hour
- Paid Holidays (after 30 days)
- Earned Time Off includes vacation (after one year), sick, and personal
- PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System)
Full-time Paraprofessionals are offered healthcare including Prescription, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Extracurricular
Junior High Girls Basketball Coach
Now accepting applications for a Junior High Girls Basketball Head Coach. This is an extracurricular position starting immediately in preparation for the 2024-2025 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 $1,938 plus additional based on years of experience
- A deep history as a basketball program
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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.
