Employment Opportunities

Charis Academy seeks to empower the minds and hearts of our students to love God, serve their neighbor, and impact the world. Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty in our community by providing a financially accessible, grace-filled, quality Christ-centered education to any student who wants it.

Do you love children? Do you want to work with a team of dedicated, knowledgeable, creative teachers in an intercultural environment?

Charis Academy is located in downtown Hazleton and serves a culturally and economically diverse student body in grades K–12. Our elementary and high school students have also moved into newly remodeled spaces in the past 5 years.

Applying:

Both cover letter and resume are required and should be submitted to careers@icshazleton.org or mailed to:

Recruiting Manager

Charis Academy

P.O. Box 487

Hazleton, PA 18201

All employees recognize Charis Academy is a 501c3 missional and religious organization and agree they will do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission. Background checks will be required, as well as references. Valid driver's license required.

Join our fun, fast-paced, growing school in Hazleton, PA. We serve a diverse student body in grades K– 12. We have a great desire to be a blessing to the city (Jeremiah 29:7) and prioritize investing in ACE students:

A = Academically disenfranchised

C = Culturally diverse

E = Economically disadvantaged

We highly value God's grace; this value impacts everything we do at Charis Academy and is essential to helping under-resourced students reach their full God-given potential. We are proud of our students and think we have the best high school ever! It’s a fun, life-giving, and a safe environment for students to ask big questions and grow academically and faithfully. Our school is located in the city of Hazleton, PA. Please see our vision and mission.

None at this time

General: Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and experience teaching students. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. Candidates must also be able to walk up and down 3 flights of stairs. Candidate must agree with our Statement of Faith and have a heart for serving others as a reflection of Christian ministry.

Open Staff Positions

Bi-Lingual Enrollment & Development Associate | Full-Time

Overview

Charis Academy is seeking a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) Enrollment & Development Associate to help grow student enrollment and strengthen our connection with the Latino community in Hazleton. This role is both relational and strategic, serving as a key ambassador of Charis Academy’s mission, vision, and values.

The ideal candidate is professional, self-motivated, and confident in communicating in public settings, while also being flexible and willing to support the daily life of the school. This person will play an important role in enrollment growth, development efforts, translation, and family engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Enrollment & Community Outreach
- Promote Charis Academy within the Latino community in Hazleton
- Build relationships with families, churches, and community partners
- Represent the school at community events, information sessions, and enrollment meetings
- Guide prospective families through the enrollment process
- Clearly communicate the school’s mission, vision, and educational approach
Development Support
- Assist with development and fundraising initiatives
- Help communicate Charis Academy’s story and impact to Spanish-speaking audiences
- Support outreach efforts, events, and community partnerships

Translation & Family Communication
- Translate written communication for families (emails, letters, flyers, announcements)
- Provide live translation at parent meetings, conferences, and school events
- Serve as a liaison between Spanish-speaking families and school leadership
- Ensure communication is clear, culturally aware, and welcoming

School & Instructional Support
- Teach Spanish classes or assist with language instruction as needed
- Support parent meetings, conferences, and family engagement efforts
- Assist with additional school needs where bilingual skills are helpful

Qualifications

Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable with public speaking and group facilitation
Professional, reliable, and able to represent the school well
Self-motivated and driven, with the ability to take direction
Organized, adaptable, and relational
Experience in education, nonprofit work, community outreach, or development is a plus

Why Charis Academy

Charis Academy is a grace-centered, mission-driven school committed to serving students and families with excellence, dignity, and hope. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by strengthening family relationships, increasing access to education, and helping shape the future of our growing school community.