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

Student Support & Admissions & Title Fund Management (Bilingual Preferred)

Overview

The Student Support & Admissions Assistant plays a dual role in providing hands-on support during the school day and guiding new families through the admissions process. This position is designed for someone who can combine direct student care with excellent organizational and communication skills — with an emphasis on bilingual communication and translation support — to ensure Charis Academy maintains a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for students and families.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support
- Serve as a Recess Monitor on Mondays, Thursdays, and some Fridays.
- Act as an Aide for K-2 in the afternoons on Mondays and Fridays (with potential for all-day support as needed).
- Provide Lunch Help as available (optional but valued).
- Assist with translation during the school day to help bridge communication between teachers, staff, students, and families.
- Support events by providing live translation and ensuring all families can fully participate.
Admissions Support
- Manage admissions process logistics, including scheduling all aspects of the application process.
- Title Fund management
- Process new student records accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain regular contact with parents, walking them through the application and financial aid process with clarity and care — including translation where needed.
- Conduct outreach and follow-up with prospective students, including calls, church/community connections, and other recruitment opportunities.
- Track and coordinate communication to ensure no family falls through the cracks during the admissions process.

Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish (or other languages common in the Hazleton area) with strong translation and interpretation skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with families of diverse backgrounds.
Comfortable supervising students in recess, lunch, and classroom settings.
Flexible and willing to serve in multiple capacities.
Prior school, admissions, or administrative experience is preferred but not required.

Work Schedule

Full-Time
Hours will vary depending on recess, aide responsibilities, admissions needs, and event translation.