Mount Desert Elementary School
Opening beginning August 2026
Student Health Aide
Mount Desert Elementary School is seeking a compassionate, vigilant, and qualified Student Health Aide to provide dedicated daily health support for a primary level student. The ideal candidate will foster a safe, supportive environment that allows our student to thrive and participate fully in their school day.
Required Certification:
- Maine DOE Criminal History Record Check - CHRC
- CPR & First Aid: Active certification in Child CPR and Pediatric First Aid
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor the daily physical health, safety, and well-being of a primary level student.
- Administer student-specific health protocols and basic first aid as needed.
- Coordinate closely with school staff and parents regarding the student's daily health status.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for the student.
Experience: Previous experience working with early childhood students, ideally in a health, caregiving, or educational setting.
Traits: Exceptionally reliable, patient, and detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Background as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (MA), or Educational Technician.
To apply, scan a cover letter, resume, Certification, and completed (found at www.mdirss.org) as a single PDF attachment and send it to [email protected].
Heather Dorr, Principal
Mount Desert Elementary School
207-276-3348 / [email protected]
Accepting applications until a suitable candidate is found.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $23.93 - $29.17 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
