Title:
School Nurse - PAWS Academy at Hildreth (K-8)
Work Year
2026-27 School Year
Salary:
Placement on the Teacher's Salary Scale according to education and experience.
PAWS Academy at Hildreth
This is an opportunity to be part of a new school The PAWS Program (Perseverance, Achievement, Wellness, and Success) is a public day special education, therapeutic educational school setting serving K–8 students whose behavioral and social-emotional needs significantly impact their learning. PAWS provides a safe, highly structured, and supportive environment where staff implement individualized, evidence-based interventions to build students’ self-regulation, social skills, resilience, and academic engagement. Through strong collaboration with families and school teams, PAWS staff support students in developing perseverance, strengthening wellness, and achieving meaningful academic and social success, with the ultimate goal of helping students grow and transition successfully within their school communities.
Organizational Relationship or Line of Authority:
Reports to the Building Director and Superintendent or his/her designee
Statement of Duties:
Qualifications:
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Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution.
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A valid, current state license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.
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Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a School Nurse
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Previous pediatric experience required.
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Previous experience as a School Nurse preferred.
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Current certification in cardiopulmonary CPR/AED from a recognized provider.
Skills and Abilities Necessary:
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Technical knowledge - Strong professional knowledge specific to subject area, self-directed in acquiring knowledge and skills for school nursing practice and keeping up to date and applying new knowledge to the job.
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Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made and asking questions as appropriate.
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Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people
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Technology Use - Data base entry and use of Microsoft software including, but not limited to, Excel, Word, Outlook and data bases including the electronic health records and web based sites for tracking information.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solving problems.
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Accuracy - Attention to detail for accuracy and thoroughness in completion of tasks and communication is required.
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Communication - Requires constant contact with others in person and through the phone. Also requires some contact with others through email.
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Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job
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Team Player— Job requires being respectful as part of a team with others on the job and displaying constructive, collaborative behaviors.
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Dependability — Job requires being responsible and dependable in fulfilling obligations.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Marlborough Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its education program, services, activities or employment.
