Employment Opportunities

We invite interested applicants to email their letter of interest and resume to info@discoveryschoolpgh.com.

 

Current clearances will be required before start date:  Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151); Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34); FBI Criminal Background Check​

The Discovery School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family structure, neurodiverse learning styles, age, physical or mental ability, national origin, immigration status, veteran status, physical appearance, religion, and language or any other basis protected by state or federal law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

  • Day-to-Day Substitute (2024-25 School Year)

    Reach out to info@discoveryschoolpgh.com to learn more about becoming a day-to-day substitute. Note: FBI clearance, PA State Criminal History clearance, and Child Abuse clearance are required.

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Join our Team.

At The Discovery School, we are a small team of passionate educators, all of whom are dedicated students of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. Our goal is to provide an environment where educators are valued for their progressive thinking, creative ideas, and connection with the children and families. 

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  • Competitive Compensation

    We believe that early childhood education is vitally important to the growth and development of children. We value our educators as professionals, and our competitive compensation reflects that belief.

  • Excellent Paid Time Off

    Taking time to recharge is essential. Full time staff enjoy more than 3 weeks of annual paid time off over nine months (September - May). Part time staff enjoy the same benefit prorated to their working hours.

  • Retirement Plan

    We know that planning for the future is important. We invite all staff to participate in our retirement plan program. The school will match a percentage of your contribution.

  • Professional Growth & Development

    At The Discovery School, we are always learning and growing together. We provide our staff opportunities to learn and develop both inside and outside of school.

  • Tuition Remission & Priority Enrollment

    We value family, and encourage staff to enroll their own children in our program. We offer staff members priority enrollment for their children, and 40% tuition discount.

  • Summer Employment Opportunities

    Summer is the perfect time to open our beautiful nature campus up to the community. We offer early childhood and elementary day camps during the summer months that provide additional employment opportunities for our staff.