Tamaqua Area School District

NOW HIRING FULL-TIME Occupational Therapist   Join a supportive, forward-thinking teaching community at Tamaqua Area School District, where educators are empowered to innovate and inspire. We’re committed to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and preparing students for life beyond the classroom. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited ACOTE program. Master’s Degree preferred. Completion of clinical rotations required. Currently licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist by the state of Pennsylvania. (HM) **Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution. **A valid PA license as a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) Role: The occupational therapist works on the acquisition of/or compensations for deficits in fine motor skills, sensory motor skills, visual motor and visual perceptual skills, and self-care skills.  More specifically, occupational therapists work with...

NOW HIRING FULL-TIME Custodian   Join a supportive, community-centered school district at Tamaqua Area School District , where custodial staff play a critical role in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming learning environments. We are committed to providing students and staff with facilities that support learning, health, and well-being. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for custodial, maintenance, and groundskeeping responsibilities. Ability to perform routine building maintenance and operate custodial equipment safely. Ability to work independently and follow direction from building principals, maintenance supervisors, and district administration. Reports To: Building Principal, Maintenance Supervisor, or other personnel as directed by the Superintendent. Job Goal: To provide students and staff with safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient facilities in which to...

NOW HIRING FULL-TIME Special Education Teacher Join a supportive, forward-thinking teaching community at Tamaqua Area School District, where educators are empowered to innovate and inspire. We’re committed to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and preparing students for life beyond the classroom. Qualifications: Valid Teaching Certificate Bachelors’ Degree (minimum) in the field of Education Demonstrated ability to work with other teachers and administrators Familiarity with the process of educational research and statistics The ability to articulate and communicate effectively, both verbally and in written reports Demonstrated knowledge of Chapter 14 Regulations and Standards Demonstrated knowledge of IDEA and gifted education regulations Such alternatives to the above qualifications that the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable Goal: To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual,...

NOW HIRING PART-TIME Paraprofessional Join a supportive, forward-thinking teaching community at Tamaqua Area School District. We’re committed to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and preparing students for life beyond the classroom. Qualifications: Experience and interest working with children. Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed. Special education paraprofessionals must meet Pennsylvania’s regulatory requirements contained in 22 Pa. Code §14.105 which include the following: Have completed at least two years of postsecondary study, or Possess an associate degree or higher, or Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment, and Instructional paraprofessionals, each school year, shall provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignment. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Goal: To...