Health Paraprofessional (SY25-26)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Office of Health Services acts as a catalyst for student achievement by managing the health and wellness needs of Boston Public Schools students. We are seeking a detail-oriented Health Paraprofessional for a 2-year grant-funded position designed to enhance the district’s health screening capabilities. This position is based out of the Office of Health Services and is deployed to individual schools on a rotating schedule. The Paraprofessional is directed by the Office of Health Services administration, while working collaboratively alongside School Nurses to support student health, manage screening data, and process critical referrals.

Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED (Associate's Degree or 48 college credits preferred in accordance with BPS Paraprofessional standards).
Mandatory Training: Willingness and ability to complete the BU SHIELD School Health Screenings Course immediately upon hire.
Technical Aptitude: Demonstrated ability to perform data entry, navigate software platforms (specifically SNAP Health Center), and operate electronic office/medical equipment.
Adaptability: Ability to work in different school environments and travel between sites as directed by the Office of Health Services.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with various School Nurses and administrators.
Clearance: Successful completion of CORI/SORI background checks.
Mobility: Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for district-wide travel.

Nice To Haves

Language Skills: BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages:Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali
Experience: Prior experience with health data entry, medical records, or working in a school health setting.

Responsibilities

Execute district-wide health screenings as assigned by the Office of Health Services. These screenings include Vision, Hearing, BMI (Height/Weight), and Postural/Scoliosis , utilizing both standard charts and grant-funded electronic screening tools.
Manage the setup and breakdown of screening stations at various school sites, ensuring an efficient workflow for large groups of students.
Adapt screening protocols to accommodate diverse student populations, utilizing culturally responsive tools (e.g., LEA Symbols) for English Learners.
Enter all screening results (Pass/Fail/Unable to Test) into the SNAP Health Center platform with high accuracy and within designated timelines.
Identify students who failed screenings and generate official referral letters for families. Ensure these referrals are printed and organized for distribution.
Assist the Office of Health Services in auditing screening data to ensure all mandated reporting requirements for the grant are met.
While deployed to a school, support the School Nurse with appropriate health office tasks, such as managing student flow, organizing supplies, or assisting with non-clinical administrative duties.
Assist in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students visiting the health office.
Serve as a liaison between the central Office of Health Services and school-based staff regarding screening schedules and logistics.
Successfully complete the BU SHIELD School Health Screenings Course to demonstrate competency in Vision, Hearing, BMI, and Postural screening protocols.
Participate in all required training sessions for specific screening devices, software systems (SNAP), and district health protocols.
Maintain strict adherence to student privacy laws (FERPA/HIPAA) regarding medical status and screening results.