SCHOOL HEALTH AIDE

The School Health Aide provides support for students' health and personal care needs to promote wellness, safety, and independence. Working under the direction of the School Nurse and other school health staff, the School Health Aide assists students with non-medical health needs, particularly those related to hygiene, toileting, medication support, routine health screenings, and basic first aid. The position also includes clerical responsibilities within the school health office and may involve providing one-to-one support for students with disabilities as outlined in their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

This role requires sensitivity, patience, discretion, and respect for student privacy while fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. The School Health Aide plays an essential role in ensuring students feel safe, healthy, and cared for, supporting both their physical comfort and emotional well-being. 

Work is performed under the general supervision of the School Nurse, with more direct supervision from teachers, therapists, and other instructional staff regarding student-specific health procedures and supports. The position requires daily interaction with students, families, and school personnel. Supervision of other employees is not normally a responsibility of this position.

Typical Work Activities:

• Provides care for students experiencing minor illnesses or injuries in accordance with established guidelines and under the supervision of the School Nurse.
• Assists students with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, handwashing, clothing changes, and other activities that promote health, dignity, and independence.
• Supports students with feeding and other daily living activities as appropriate.
• Maintains student privacy and confidentiality while providing personal care.
• Maintains and updates student records
• Provides direct one-to-one support for students with disabilities as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Responsibilities may include:

• Escorting students to and from school or throughout the building.
• Assisting during recess, field trips, fire drills, and emergency procedures.
• Supporting toileting, feeding, mobility, and other personal care needs.
• Assisting students in safely accessing educational activities and participating in the school day

• Physical ability to meet the demands of the position, including lifting, positioning, transferring, and assisting students with mobility and personal care as required.
• Ability to support student behavior in a calm, patient, and respectful manner.
• Demonstrated dependability, compassion, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• New York State fingerprint clearance required.

Civil Service Eligibility Required

Compensation per CSEA Contract

$17.95/hour