Paraeducator / Teacher Assistant Health Service -202401

Sylvania; Champlin, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Paraeducator Health to support students under the supervision of the Licensed School Nurse. The role is full-time, 184 days/7 hours per day, with duties including first aid, medication administration, screenings, and health referrals.

Minimum qualifications include EMT/EMS/CMA/LPN/RN experience and CPR/AED certifications; strong communication and record-keeping skills are required. Ability to lift 40 lbs and work well with staff and students is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with EMT/EMS/CMA/LPN/RN preferred.
• Current Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED certifications or enrolled in a course on hire.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work with special needs students and staff.
• Ability to use technology and maintain records.
• Must lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Regular attendance on site.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health status of students and perform first aid per district protocols.
• Administer medications and care procedures as directed by physicians and parents.
• Follow care plans to administer medications and triage needs.
• Conduct vision and hearing screenings.
• Coordinate with LSN to identify students needing health education/counseling.
• Monitor immunization records and assist with disease control.
• Maintain first aid and health care supplies.
• Provide staff care and be a resource for work injuries.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Technology literacy

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Follow directions

Physical strength

Education

EMT/EMS/CMA/LPN/RN experience

CPR/AED certification

LPN or RN license preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Paraeducator Health

Full-Time 184 days/7 hrs/day

Health paras collaborate with the Licensed School Nurse in delivering school health care.

Duties

• Monitor health status of students and perform first aid, emergency care and other illness interventions per district protocols.
• Administer medication and/or specialized health care treatments to students as directed by physicians and authorized by parents or guardians.
• Follow protocols, procedures and written care plans to administer medications, care procedures, and triage care needs.
• Conduct vision and hearing screenings.
• Facilitate referrals to health care providers.
• Monitor student health and obtain immunization records to prevent and control communicable disease.
• Excuse or re-admit students for health reasons in accordance with district protocols and state health department exclusion guidelines.
• Order and maintain adequate first aid and health care supplies.
• Provide staff care and be a resource for work related injuries.
• Coordinate with LSN to identify students that need assessment for health education/counseling.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experienced in Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Licensed Practical nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN).
• Must have proof of current Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED certifications or be enrolled in an upcoming CPR/AED course upon hire.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
• Ability/desire to work with special needs students and cooperatively with students and staff.
• Ability/desire to work with technology.
• Good record keeping skills / computer skills.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful emergency situations.
• Ability to take direction.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform position duties which may include, walking, sitting, documentation, working with supplies, and delivering care as needed.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance, which includes completing assigned days on site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current MN Licensed Practical Nurse License (LPN) or Registered Nurse License (RN) preferred.

Rate of Pay

$24.30 to $28.55 depending on Exp and Educ

Insurance benefits available for assigned positions of 6 hours or more per day.

Start Date

9/22/26.