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WATERTOWN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
VACANCY NOTICE
STUDENT HEALTH ROOM ASSISTANT
JOB LOCATION: Schurz Elementary School
HOURS: Part-Time - 5.75 hours per day on days students are present - Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7:45 am - 2:00 pm - Hours may be determined based on student need
SALARY RATE: $19.36 per hour - Grade F, Step 1
START DATE: 9/28/26 or sooner if available
JOB DESCRIPTION: The job duties of the Health Assistant may include, but will not be limited to: diabetes management, monitor and track health conditions of students, monitor immunizations, administer g-tube feedings, administer daily and as needed medications, administer emergency medications as needed, complete hearing and vision screenings, be a member of the medical emergency response team, and provide basic first aid to students with minor injuries/illnesses in the health room. This individual will be supporting any additional complex medical needs based on the student population. The individual will also provide support to students in the classroom, lunchroom, and hallways as needed.
This position will work under the direct supervision of the Watertown School District School Nurse and will receive appropriate training from the nurse. The aide is also under the supervision of the building administration.
The qualifications for this aide position include a high school diploma or equivalent; experience and/or desire to work with elementary school students; ability to interact and work with students, staff, and parents in a positive manner; having basic computer skills for record keeping; and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Special consideration may be given to applicants who have had past experience and enjoy working in the medical field, such as a certified medical assistant or certified nursing assistant.
APPLY BY: Applications will be received until the needs of the district have been met.
THE DISTRICT: Selected candidate will help to further the WUSD mission to serve our students by providing educational opportunities to promote academic excellence and a lifelong love of learning and to lead families, students and staff in realizing the WUSD vision of inspired learners through student-centered education strengthened by community involvement.
TRADITION. INNOVATION. TRANSFORMATION.
The Watertown School District has an enrollment of approximately 3,000 students taught in seven buildings.
Schurz Elementary School is a 4K - 5th Grade building with an enrollment of 240 students and has a Dual Language program.
THE COMMUNITY: The Watertown community has 24,000 residents and is located on the Rock River approximately halfway between Madison and Milwaukee, at the junction of Highways 16, 19, and 26.
The Watertown Unified School District does not discriminate in its education program, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or disability status.