The Learning Community, a vibrant public charter school, seeks an energetic 30 hour/week Nurse to join a dynamic, strength-based team that is child- and family-centered. The Nurse is a key member of The Learning Community team and works closely with the school’s social/emotional support team in supporting children, families and classrooms. This position will be supported by our full time School Nurse Teacher.
The Learning Community, an innovative urban K-8 charter school with an 86% poverty rate, 57% Spanish-speaking families and high student achievement, is a warm and welcoming school that believes deeply in the voices of teachers, students and families. We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. Candidates of color and bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. We strive to have a team that reflects the racial diversity of our students and families. It is important to us that our students can see themselves in the adults that surround them each day. The Learning Community is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.
Specific areas of responsibility include:
• Act as a proactive liaison between children, families and health care resources to access and coordinate care
• Administer first aid, medication, specialized medical treatment and health screenings
• Refer students who require further medical attention to needed treatment
• Assess situations involving students’ safety
• Maintain all health records and reporting procedures to external agencies to ensure compliance with established regulations
• Sub-nurse time provided for relief during assessments and other competing duties
• Work as part of a school-wide team to encourage healthy living
• Implement health care plans for special education students, children with chronic health problems and/or 504 accommodation requirements
• Provide training on various health related subjects or policies (e.g. CPR/First Aid, disaster preparedness, health education, etc.) as a resource to students, families, and school personnel
• Support School Nurse in providing health education to students of all grade levels in compliance with the Rhode Island Health Education Framework and the associated Comprehensive Health Instructional Outcomes.
• Track and manage health data to identify trends, improve student health outcomes and reduce spread of illness.
Qualifications:
• Current Rhode Island RN license;
• RI School Nurse Teacher certification, preferred;
• Demonstrated experience working in low-income communities;
• Passion for the mission of The Learning Community and enthusiasm for working as a member of a dynamic team;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Ability to work as a leader and as part of a team;
• Bilingual, English and Spanish, strongly preferred.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT AS A TEAM MEMBER?
Warm and Professional Work Environment: We have an extremely upbeat, proactive and supportive atmosphere. Everyone is excited to be here each day. Open communication systems ensure every person has a chance to voice concerns and ideas about all aspects of the school. We are known for responding quickly to the needs of both students and colleagues. We have among the best family engagement in the state, and strong support from our community. For an example of our culture, check out this short video: http://vimeo.com/21956036
Unique Opportunities for Career Growth: We are becoming known as a lab school where teachers who are interested in opening their classrooms to visiting learners or providing professional development services can do so for additional earned income. This is a unique aspect of our school and means our school community is always open and always growing.
Excellent Compensation: Competitive salaries and full-time team members enjoy 95% coverage of health care insurance.
Shared Commitment to Educational Equity: Through their commitment to our families and our school’s mission, every team member creates and supports an environment for exploration, leadership and learning for both students and themselves. We are serious about proving that poverty is not a barrier to student success. We know that every student has an important story to tell and deserves to be heard.
Support Services: An extensive system supports student social, emotional and behavioral needs. We follow through on the promise that no single student will keep others from learning. Every classroom teacher is supported by a team of professionals.
A Strong, Diverse Team: There is high demand for positions at our school. Teachers feel respected and supported, and our attrition rate is very low. 80% of our teachers have graduate degrees.
Extensive Professional Development: Teachers receive ongoing, embedded professional development and a variety of innovative options for growth, learning and sharing what they know.
For more information: www.thelearningcommunity.com
To apply please send resume and cover letter to:
Nurse/Mindy Farrow, The Learning Community, 21 Lincoln Ave, Central Falls, RI 02863.
Or email jobs@thelearningcommunity.com with Nurse in the subject line. The Learning Community is an EEO/AA Employer. No phone calls, please.
To apply please send resume and cover letter to:
Nurse/Mindy Farrow, The Learning Community, 21 Lincoln Ave, Central Falls, RI 02863.
Or email jobs@thelearningcommunity.com with Nurse in the subject line. The Learning Community is an EEO/AA Employer. No phone calls, please.