Position Type:
Paraprofessional/Licensed Practical Nurse
Date Posted:
3/20/2026
Location:
Districtwide
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time LPN / Special Education Paraprofessional position for the 2026/2027 school year.
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for assisting district nurses and the district Health Services Coordinator in a variety of health related tasks; to work in the health office as well as general and special educational settings, providing support to a student or students with significant disabilities and health concerns within the classroom and around the building; Students may require toileting, feeding, following the health care plan in conjunction with the building nurse/district Health Service Coordinator, lifting, support to building Health Service office, and other medical services provided to students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Assists building nurses and district Health Service Coordinator in a variety of health-related tasks.
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Assists and collaborates with the building nurse to implement student health care plan(s)
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Works in a variety of settings to provide support to a student or students with significant disabilities or medical needs within the classroom and/or around the building.
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Assists with communication, scheduling, and implementation of health service plans.
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Support and delivery of health services to students and staff with the Health Services building under the direction of the District Health Services Coordinator or building nurse
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Assess the health and developmental status of selected students.
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Work cooperatively with other School Assessment Team members to assess health needs related to learning.
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Accesses student population for compliance with immunization and Illinois Department of Health laws.
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Supervises proper administration of medication procedures.
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Provides adequate care of ill and injured children.
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Provide student and parent health counseling.
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Comply with law regarding suspected child abuse.
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Attend health services staff meetings.
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Perform other duties related to planning, organizing, directing and accomplishing goals and objectives of the Health Services Program as requested by the Principal and Assistant Principal.
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Perform all duties as requested by the Principal and Assistant Principal
EDUCATION / LICENSURE:
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Evidence of a Statement of Approval from the Will County Regional Office of Education to serve as a teacher aide with license registered in Will County
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Current CPR certification is required
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification/background is required
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Acknowledge of health/medical materials and techniques
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Initiative to follow through with assigned tasks
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Effective communication skills
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Should serve as a role model for all students and staff and perform their duties to create an environment that is conducive to providing students an enhanced and engaged learning opportunity
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A physical exam and negative T.B. test are required
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Ability to maneuver and support students
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Work is performed in an environment where unusual temperature, noise and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Students may require toileting, feeding and lifting.
PAY SCALE AND BENEFIT DISCLOSURE: Salary is in accordance with the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule.
Benefits:
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Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL
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FSA and Dependent DayCare accounts
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Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Salary Advancement
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IMRF contribution included in base salary
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403B
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The Salary and work year is 181 days and is in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Valley View Council and the Board of Education. A Physical exam and a negative Tuberculosis test are required. FLSA Non-Exempt.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply online at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with resume, current transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last twelve (12) months.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.
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