Health Paraprofessional

Job Title: Health Paraprofessional
Reports To: Building Principal and School Nurse
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Classified employee pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §
Terms of Employment: Salary, work calendar, and benefits in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

NOTE:

Position will start on December 1, 2026

To support the school nurse in maintaining a safe and healthy school environment by assisting with student health services, health documentation, screenings, and delegated care procedures in compliance with Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Department of Education, and Workforce regulations, and district policy.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Educational Aide Permit issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce pursuant to ORC §.
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED (or ability to obtain within a specified period after hire).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA, HIPAA (as applicable), and district policies regarding student records.
• Successful BCI and FBI criminal background checks pursuant to ORC §3319.39.
• Respond professionally to staff, students, families, vendors, and members of the public.

• Associate degree and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential.
• Experience in school health services, medical office, hospital, or related healthcare setting.

Under the direction and supervision of the School Nurse and Building Principal:

• Provide first aid and short-term care to students to ensure comfort and safety.
• Assist with health screenings (vision, hearing, and other required screenings).
• Assist with delegated health care procedures in accordance with Ohio nursing delegation standards and district protocols.
• Assist in maintaining and updating student health records.
• Support medication administration processes as delegated in accordance with ORC § and district medication procedures.
• Enter and maintain health data in student information systems.
• Assist with Kindergarten registration health documentation.
• Maintain frequent communication with the School Nurse regarding student health concerns.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student records and health information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, consistent with the position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and assisting students.
• Possible lifting and physical support of students.
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable illnesses.
• Work performed in compliance with OSHA blood borne pathogen standards.

Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with Board policy and the applicable collective bargaining agreement governing classified employees (ORC ).

This position is classified employment under Ohio Revised Code § unless otherwise specified. Employment is subject to all applicable provisions of the Ohio Revised Code, State Board of Education requirements, federal regulations, Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal background checks in accordance with ORC §3319.39 and ongoing compliance with licensure, certification, and training requirements applicable to the position.

The employee must comply with all district safety procedures, including requirements under ORC § (School Safety and Emergency Management Plans), and all applicable health and workplace safety standards.

The essential functions identified in this job description are representative of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…