Lower Dauphin School District

Lower Dauphin School District Employment Opportunities

If you need an accommodation to access this information and/or to submit an application, please contact Human Resources at (717) 566-5300.

Professional Staff 

• Elementary Teacher- Grade 1:  Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a professional vacancy for a Elemenatry School teacher at South Hanover Elementary School. [Certification: Elementary PreK -4 (3100-09) or Elementary K-6 (2810)] This position includes family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid personal and sick time. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources by 10/1/2023.

• Secondary Special Education Teacher: Specialized Learning Support  Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a professional vacancy for  Special Education Teacher: Specialized Learning Support at Lower Dauphin High School. [Certification: Special Education PK -12 (9231)] This position includes family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid personal and sick time. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources.

• Middle School Science Teacher 7th Grade: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a professional vacancy for a Science Teacher: Life Science 7th Grade [Certification: Middle Level Science ] This position includes family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid personal and sick time. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources.  

• NDCC ARMY INSTRUCTOR: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a professional vacancy for an Army Instructor [Certification: CSPG 67 Military Science Programs -Click here to view Job Description ] Candidates who are Non-commissioned Officers must be retired from the Army in grades of E-6 through E-9 Officers must be retired from the Army in grades W-1 through w-5 or O-3 through O-6.  CLICK HERE  to view the full list of eligibility requirements. position includes family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid personal and sick time. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources.  

• School Psychologist:  Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a professional vacancy  for a district wide School Pyschologist.  [Certification: School Psychologist PK -12 (1875)]  The contract does offer additional supplemental hours; previous working experience in a school is preferred. This position includes family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid personal and sick time. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources.

• Substitute Teachers - We have partnered with Substitute Teacher Service (STS) for our substitute teachers. To become a substitute teacher, you will need to meet the requirements outlined by the Pa Department of Education.  Please visit the STS website to apply today to become a substitute for Lower Dauphin. Already an STS employee? Contact STS Human Resources at (800) 357-7827 and ask for Lower Dauphin School District to be added to your district list.

• Substitute Nurses - Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for Substitute Nurses (LPN, RN or School Nurse certification required.) PA Criminal Background Check (Act 34), Federal Criminal History Check (Act 114), and PA Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) are required. Please contact  Denise Erickson in Human Resources for more information.

Classified Staff

• Assistant Network Technician: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a Full-Time, Year- Round Position (260 Days) Assistant Network Technician.  The position offers family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid vacation and sick time, CLICK HERE to review the full job description for the position. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources. The position will remain posted until filled. 

• Day Shift Custodian- Van Driver/Crossing Guard: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a Full-Time, Year- Round Position (260 Days) District Wide. The schedule for the position is Monday - Friday 7am -3:30pm. Applicants must have a valid driver's licence. The position will be responsible for daily distribution of inter-office mail/ district supplies and additional custodial duties as assigned. In addition, the position will provide crossing guard coverage for the hours of 8:30am -9:30am. The position offers family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid vacation and sick time.  Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources. The position will remain posted until filled.   

• PM Custodian: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a Full-Time, Year- Round Position (260 Days) PM Custodian for Londonderry Elementary School. The schedule for the position is Monday - Friday 3pm -11pm. The position offers family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid vacation and sick time.  Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources. The position will remain posted until filled. 

• HVAC Certified Technician: Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a Full-Time, Year- Round Position (260 Days) HVAC Certified Technician. CLICK HERE TO REVIEW JOB DESCRIPTION : (Certification: HVAC Certification) The position offers family medical, dental, vision, and prescription. It also includes individual life insurance and paid vacation and sick time,to review the full job description for the position. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference letters to Denise Erickson in Human Resources. The position will remain posted until filled. 

• CROSSING GUARD- Lower Dauphin School District is accepting applications for a part time Crossing Guard Position. The position is part time, 4 hours per school day (7am -9am & 2pm -4pm).  Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and three (3) professional references to Denise Erickson in Human Resources. The position will remain open until the position is filled.

****NEW STARTING RATE****  

• Full Time: Open Para Professional Positions- $16.33 per hour
  • Open positions include areas of concentration in Vocational Support, Emotional Support, and Learning Support.
    • High School: Alternative Education Aide, Therapeutic Autistic Support Aide,  One to One Student Support
    • Middle School: One to One Student Support Aide, Life Skills Classroom, Learning Support
    • Price: Emotional Support Aide,  Alternative Education

• • 180 days per year. hours per day vary based on location/position
  • All Full Time Positions include Sick Time
  • All Full Time Positions Individual Benefits Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription and Life Insurance.
  • Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, a resume detailing experiences, and three (3) professional reference contact information to Denise Erickson in Human Resources to be considered for employment.

• Substitute Custodians - Lower Dauphin is accepting applications for substitute custodians.  Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume and three (3) professional references to Denise Erickson in Human Resources.
• Substitute Paraeducator and Aides - We have partnered with Substitute Teacher Service (STS) for our substitute paraeducator and aide positions. Please visit the STS website to apply today to become a substitute paraeducator or aide for Lower Dauphin.  

Contracted Services

Interested in helping serve our students and community? Lower Dauphin School District has contracted agreements for our bus and cafeteria services. They have great part-time and full-time positions available. Please contact them directly for more information!

• Rohrer Bus Service - At Rohrer, we are always in search of professional, caring, and motivated individuals to join our team. As a growing transportation company who is dedicated to serving the needs of our community, we have a constant need for quality employees in a variety of different careers and in several different locations. Whether you are looking for a few hours a week, a steady part-time job, or a full-time career, we likely have employment opportunities for you!
  • Currently hiring: bus drivers, van drivers, maintenance technicians, and administrative help.
  • For an application and information, contact https://www.rohrerbus.com/driveforldsd/ or (866) 735-7200
  • If you would like specific information regarding our Lower Dauphin openings, please contact Davina Haponski, the district transportation coordinator.

• Chartwells Food Service - For current openings and/or an application, contact Brad Mettle at (717) 566-5353.

ALL positions will require background checks dated within one (1) year if offered employment provided by the employee. Background checks required include:

• PA Criminal Background Check (Act 34) $22.00
• Federal Criminal History Check (Act 114) $23.85
• PA Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) $13.00

In addition, the PA Sexual Misconduct & Abuse Disclosure Release Form (Act 168) must be completed at the time of application for every employer you have worked for since the age of 16 in which you have had direct contact with children.

Lower Dauphin School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are interested in any of our open positions, please review the application process as listed in the opening above. Should you have any questions, please contact Human Resources:

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Pennsylvania school districts shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Information relative to special accommodation, grievance procedure in compliance with Title VI, Title IX and Section 504 may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.