Substitutes, Aides & Paraprofessionals

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To be considered for an interview, one also needs to complete an application through TalentEd or have ESS forward their name. 

Application questions may be directed to Steven Funk at [email protected].  The ESS substitute point of contact is Anne Cooper ([email protected]). 

The ESS aide/para point of contact is Samantha Hummer ([email protected]).

Certified substitute teachers must hold a valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate. Emergency substitute teachers do not need to hold a Pennsylvania teaching certificate but have a bachelor's degree and obtain an annual emergency permit from the PA Department of Education.   


Aides and paraprofessionals must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Substitute nurses must hold a valid Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license. 

The following documents are required for employment with ESS:

I-9 Immigration Employment Verification Form
4-Tier Employment Form
W-4 Form
Local Earned Income Tax Form
Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Report
Workers Compensation Disclaimer
Direct Deposit or Pay Card Option
Act 168 Sexual Misconduct Abuse Disclosure Release
School Health Form within the past year with TB test within 90 days
Act 126 Mandated Child Reporter Training within the past five years
Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance
Act 34 PA State Police Criminal History Record
Act 114 FBI Fingerprint Clearance
Proof of Education
Emergency Permit (for substitute teachers)

ESS offers a variety of voluntary employee benefits including a 401k Plan and health insurance which may include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, accident insurance, and whole life insurance.   

For questions regarding  substitute teachers, instructional aide or paraprofessional positions, clearances, TIMS or Unified Talent job applications contact:
Michelle Sarokon
HR Coordinator 
717-240-6800 x16807
[email protected]


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