District-wide School Health Specialist

Position Type: Educational Support Personnel/Health Services Specialist - ESP Level IIIDate Posted: 8/5/2025Location: Orono Public SchoolsDate Available: ASAPClosing Date: Open Until FilledJob Summary: Work under the direction of the District Licensed School Nurse and building/program administrators. Provide coverage or support in school health offices as needed and assigned. Provide health specialist support at preschool program located outside of the main school campus. Provide health specialist support during Community Education summer programming. Administer routine and minor first aid to students (e.g. band aids). Implements direct care components of individualized health-related plans (e.g. allergies, asthma, concussions, ADHD, seizures, etc.). Dispenses daily medications according to documented plans and protocols. Shadow students with fragile medical conditions/needs during recess and lunch times. Monitor students with special needs for warning signs or symptoms of critical care needs. Record student health concerns or health office visits as required. Maintain accurate routine records. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Previous work in a school health office setting preferred. CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain. Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs of students. Knowledge of data privacy and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Dedication to providing the highest level of customer service to the school community. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with students, parents, and school staff members. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work responsibilities. Display flexibility and openness to change. Ability to initiate tasks based on situational needs. Willingness to participate in ongoing staff development and dedication to continuous professional growth. Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6.5 hours per day, approximately 200 days per year COMPENSATION Hourly Wage: $20.33-$21.80 DifferentialsNursing Assistant certificate (CNA) $0.25 Medical Assistant certificate (CMA or RMA) $0.50 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license $1.50 Registered Nurse (RN) license (2-Year Nursing Degree) $2.50 INSURANCE Single Health: 90% Covered by District Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District Family Health: 75% Covered by District Dental: 100% covered by District Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) VACATION AND HOLIDAYS Vacation: 10 Days. Holidays: 11 Paid Holiday/Year OTHER BENEFITS Incentive Pay: 1% RETIREMENT/PENSION Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) Bargaining Group and Level: ESP - Responsibility Level III Application Procedure: All applicants must apply online at: District Website: Contact: Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services 952-449-8377 or Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources 952-449-8370

Created: 2026-04-15