Substitute Health Aide 2026-2027

Southeast Polk Community School District; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Southeast Polk Community School District is seeking a Substitute Health Aide to assist the school nurse in maintaining the health and welfare of students. This role requires a minimum of a High School Diploma and at least one year of experience as a CNA or EMT. Ideal candidates will possess a valid CNA certification and have experience in understanding the needs of diverse student backgrounds.

The position is district-wide and employment is based on need, requiring flexibility to report on school days. Salary and benefits are per negotiated agreements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; advanced degree preferred.
• One-year experience as a CNA or EMT required.
• Possess a valid CNA certification throughout employment.
• Experience working in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse in providing care to at-risk children.
• Work as a team member with the nurse.
• Maintain health and welfare of children.
• Give medications and maintain health records.

Skills

Understanding of student behavior

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Basic technology skills

Education

High School Diploma

CNA Certification

Job description

• Position Type: Substitute / Substitute Health Aide
• Date Posted: 6/2/2026
• Location: District-Wide

This is a general position listing and there may or may not be a specific opening at this time.

If a position becomes available, your application materials may be reviewed by hiring managers.

Job Description

Title: Substitute Health Aide

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of one-year experience as a CNA or EMT required.
• Possess a valid CNA certification and obtain it throughout employment.
• Successful completion of physical, criminal background and child abuse registry check, and pre‑work screening at the time of hire.
• Experience working in an educational setting; ability to understand student behavior with diverse backgrounds and needs.
• Ability to obtain required training, including but not limited to state‑approved medication certificate, American Heart or Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to make decisions within provided guidelines.
• Ability to use and understand basic technology and computer programs.

Job Goal

To assist the nurse in achieving a harmonious nurse’s office and provide help to meet the needs of the at‑risk child in areas including, but not limited to: health screening, nutrition, home and school‑related issues, wellness, health education, counseling, drug and alcohol abuse, and human growth and development.

Performance Responsibilities

• Work as a team member with the nurse.
• Relate effectively and appropriately with students and parents.
• Follow school health procedures and policies.
• Maintain health and welfare of children.
• Give medications and keep records.
• Encourage children to be as independent as possible about their own health care.
• Assist with health/at‑risk services.
• Receive and direct phone calls.
• Type, file and record information.
• Follow procedures in emergency situations.
• Request assistance from the school nurse and counselor.
• Aware of and knowledgeable of services available to at‑risk students and families.
• Provide an appropriate role model for the students.
• Maintain confidentiality on sensitive information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Must be capable of standing throughout the work day.
• Must present appropriate appearance and personal cleanliness suited to working in close proximity to school‑age children and adults.
• Must be able to work with interruptions during a work shift.
• Must be capable of working with students with different personalities, capabilities, and physical and mental limitations.
• Must be willing to come into contact with body fluids such as urine and feces, blood and nasal secretions and contagious diseases such as flu and the common cold.
• Must be capable of using cleaning and sanitizing chemicals with appropriate care.
• Must have physical dexterity in limbs and digits necessary to physically interact with children in a school setting.

Note: The physical demands described above represent real‑life tasks an employee may need to perform as part of the essential functions of this job. While the frequency may be low, the above stated physical demands may be required during the course of a daily work shift. Tasks that have physical demands that exceed the above stated limits should only be performed with sufficient manpower or material handling equipment.

Clothing

Appropriate clothing and footwear for an environment where sharps, chemicals, or body fluids may fall onto exposed skin.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Southeast Polk Board Policy.

Terms of Employment

• Employment based on need; report on days the students are in school.
• Hours and number of days assigned as need requires.
• Salary and benefits per negotiated agreement.

Disclaimer

The statements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Southeast Polk Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), genetic information (for employment), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Joseph M. Horton, Deputy Superintendent, Equal Opportunity Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Southeast Polk District Office, 8031 NE University Ave., Pleasant Hill, IA 50327, (515)‑967‑4294, [e-mail]. Inquiries or grievances may also be directed to the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, Des Moines, IA, 50319‑0201, (515) 281‑4121; or the U.S. Department of Education, Region VII Office of Civil Rights, 500 West Madison Street, Suite 1475, Chicago IL 60661.