High School Dean Of Students
Qualifications: Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, School Counseling, Social Work, Student Personnel Services, or a related field required. Pennsylvania Principal PK-12 (1115) certificate preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience working with secondary students.
Description: The High School Dean of Students is a 185 day position responsible for promoting a safe, orderly, and positive school environment that supports student success. The Dean works collaboratively with students, families, faculty, counselors, and administrators to address student behavior, attendance, engagement, and school climate. Through proactive interventions, restorative practices, and relationship-building, the Dean helps ensure that all students have the support necessary to thrive academically and socially. The Dean reports directly to the high school principal.
Location: Lakeland Jr./Sr. High School
Compensation: In accordance with the 2026-2030 LEA CBA
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated Start Date: August 21, 2026
Elementary Reading Specialist K-3
Certification: Must possess an active PA certificate as Reading Specialist PK-12 (7650)
Description: The Elementary Reading Specialist plays a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction, support, and leadership to enhance student outcomes in reading and literacy. This position helps establish both school-wide and individual reading goals, provides targeted interventions, and collaborates with teachers to implement classroom supports. The Reading Specialist fosters a culture of reading by promoting strong instruction, enthusiasm for books, and a shared institutional commitment to literacy. Key responsibilities include coordinating and facilitating literacy programs, supporting teachers with instructional strategies, and assisting struggling students in improving their literacy skills. Additionally, they collaborate with educators across subjects to implement best practices, analyze data to assess program effectiveness, provide targeted small-group interventions, conduct assessments to guide instruction, and assist in placing students in appropriate reading and writing support services. Regular collaboration with classroom teachers ensures literacy instruction aligns with student needs. Other duties may be assigned by the building principal as needed.
Location: Lakeland Elementary - Mayfield Campus K-3
Compensation: In accordance with the 2026-2030 Lakeland School District CBA
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated Start Date: August 2026
Elementary Reading Specialist Grades 4-6
Certification: Must possess an active PA certificate as Reading Specialist PK-12 (7650)
Description: The Elementary Reading Specialist plays a vital role in delivering high-quality instruction, support, and leadership to enhance student outcomes in reading and literacy. This position helps establish both school-wide and individual reading goals, provides targeted interventions, and collaborates with teachers to implement classroom supports. The Reading Specialist fosters a culture of reading by promoting strong instruction, enthusiasm for books, and a shared institutional commitment to literacy. Key responsibilities include coordinating and facilitating literacy programs, supporting teachers with instructional strategies, and assisting struggling students in improving their literacy skills. Additionally, they collaborate with educators across subjects to implement best practices, analyze data to assess program effectiveness, provide targeted small-group interventions, conduct assessments to guide instruction, and assist in placing students in appropriate reading and writing support services. Regular collaboration with classroom teachers ensures literacy instruction aligns with student needs. Other duties may be assigned by the building principal as needed.
Location: Lakeland Elementary - Scott Campus Grades 4-6
Compensation: In accordance with the 2026-2030 Lakeland School District CBA
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated Start Date: August 2026
Paraprofessional - Licensed Practical Nurse
Certification: Must possess a Practical Nursing certificate; preferred that candidates possess an associate degree or higher OR have completed at least two (2) years of postsecondary studies. Those who do not meet either criteria must meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment, which the district will facilitate during year one of employment.
Description: The general duties of a paraprofessional include but are not limited to assisting students with special needs with general daily classroom activities under the direction of a certified teacher; assisting with implementation of behavioral support and health plans, including assisting students with special healthcare needs, such as bathroom assistance, feeding, and personal hygiene care; monitoring students with chronic health conditions; supporting students in the general education setting, including monitoring their health needs; ensuring students' personal safety; assisting with data collection procedures at the direction of a certified teacher or administrator; working directly with the Certified School Nurse to monitor and implement individual health plans; and fulfilling all other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education and/or Building Principal.
Location: Mayfield Campus MDS Classroom
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated Start Date: August 21,2026
Special Education Paraprofessionals & Personal Care Aides
Qualifications: Preferred that candidates possess an associate degree or higher OR have completed at least two (2) years of postsecondary studies. Those who do not meet either criteria must meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment, which the district will facilitate during year one of employment.
Description: The general duties of a paraprofessional/PCA include but are not limited to assisting students with special needs with general daily classroom activities under the direction of a certified teacher; assisting with implementation of behavioral support and health plans; supporting students in the general education setting; providing care and support for students' physical and emotional health; ensuring students' personal safety; assisting with data collection procedures at the direction of a certified teacher or administrator; and fulfilling all other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education and/or Building Principal.
Location: Positions available at all Lakeland schools
Compensation: $16.00 per hour
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP