Nurse/Instructional Support Assistant

Downingtown Area School District; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 39,950,400 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Downingtown Area School District is looking for a certified Nurse/Instructional Support Assistant (LPN or RN) to support students in grades K-5. This position focuses on providing nursing care, implementing educational support, and ensuring inclusive learning for students with disabilities.

The role requires a current nursing license and CPR/First Aid certification, with preference for experience with special needs children. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and a fixed schedule aligned with the school calendar.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current state nursing license (LPN or RN).
• Certification in CPR/First Aid is required.
• Preferred experience with special needs children.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized nursing care and academic support to students.
• Assist with tube feeding and general classroom support.
• Implement nursing protocols and health screenings.

Skills

Nursing skills

Communication

Behavior management

Education

Current LPN or RN license

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Position

Nurse/Instructional Support Assistant

Location

Downingtown, PA

Pay Rate

$29.67 per hour

Schedule

7.5 hours per day, 5 days per week Monday - Friday; 180 school days per year following Board-approved calendar

Benefit Eligible

Yes - see attached document for cost

Effective Date

August 25, 2026

Overview

Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce an opening for a certified Nurse/Instructional Support Assistant (LPN or RN) for the 2026-2027 school year. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we seek staff who support a respectful, inclusive environment and the learning of all students.

Key Values of Our Team

• Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
• Partner with team members to achieve team success
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
• Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
• Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
• Strive to be kind and reflective
• Focus on solutions and put people first
• Lead by example

Job Summary

Provide individualized nursing and academic assistance to students in grades K-5 within low incidence programs (Multiple Disabilities, Life Skills, and Autistic Support). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, tube feeding and general classroom support, ensuring students have full access to their education as dictated by their IEP. Nurse/Instructional Support Assistants are integral to creating an inclusive and conducive learning environment for students in the classroom.

Qualifications

• LPN or RN, current state license
• Attains and maintains current CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience working with special needs children preferred, but not required
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record‑check requirements
  • Click here for more information about required clearances
• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment

Duties & Responsibilities

• Nursing duties and responsibilities could include the following:
  • Administering tube feedings or feeding assistance
  • Implementing seizure protocol and treatments
  • Providing tracheostomy care, suctioning
  • Providing catheterization, when indicated
  • Assisting with transferring students in/out of equipment
  • Changing diapers and assisting with toileting routines
  • Providing first aid and emergency care for accidental injuries and illnesses
  • Administering medications/procedures, as prescribed by a doctor
  • Implementing physician orders and nursing care plans, as prescribed
  • Completing electronic medical charting
  • Supporting with health screenings
• Instructional support assistance duties and responsibilities could include:
  • Supporting behavior management plans
  • Providing reinforcement and replacement instruction in the classroom
  • Assisting with progress monitoring and data collection
  • Performing other duties as assigned

Benefits Overview

• Health coverage (Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care)
• Retirement (PSERS member)
• Student loan forgiveness (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• Life and income protection benefits
• Paid time off: 10 sick days annually, personal days (3 full‑time, 2 part‑time)
• Tuition reimbursement: pro‑rated 75% of tuition for grades B or better (max 12 credits per year)
• Salary increases: 3.3% per year
• Work‑life balance: fixed schedule aligned with student calendar, no nights or weekends

Additional Information

All employees may enroll in the district's health benefit plans effective with their date of hire into the benefit‑eligible position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE