Substitute School Health Aide

WATERFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS • Waterford, CT

86d • $19

About The Position

Waterford Public Schools is currently hiring Substitute Health Aides. Sub Health Aides will provide coverage as needed in both Waterford and East Lyme as coordinated by the Supervisor of District Health Services. The responsibility of the School Health Aide is supportive in nature. The primary function of the School Health Aide is to support the School Nurse in providing health care in the school setting and provide clerical and emergency assistance. Waterford Public Schools serves approximately 2,400 students in grades PK-12. Our district is actively seeking to recruit qualified applicants from a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so as to promote a diverse applicant pool for administrative, faculty, and staff positions to better serve our students’ multiple identities and to bring a broader range of experiences into our district to continue to enhance the teaching and learning for ALL. Waterford’s Mission and Strategic Plan guide us as we take action to engage all voices to examine practices, imagine possibilities and create an equitable, diverse community with 'One Team, One Purpose, Putting Our Students First!'

Requirements

• High school diploma and experience working with children.
• Experience as a health aide preferred.
• First aid/CPR training required.
• Knowledge of computers including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist the School Nurse with the assessment of children, perform routine medical care and support care related to children’s hygiene.
• Assist the School Nurse with the maintenance of student records.
• Provide emergency treatment when necessary and follow established emergency medical procedures under the direction of the School Nurse.
• Participate in meetings, when asked by the School Nurse, which may include Team Meetings, Planning and Placement Team Meetings, Parent Conferences, Faculty Meetings and other meetings as directed.
• Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of all medical equipment.
• Lift students when necessary, at the request of the School Nurse.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED