Wesley School, established in 1999, is a co-ed K-8 independent day school in North Hollywood. Nurturing a community of belonging is at the core of everything we do. By intentionally centering the relational aspect of teaching and learning, our educators provide students with the confidence that can only be created through being known, appreciated, and included. Having been inspired by these exemplary teachers, Wesley students approach all activities with optimism as well as with an understanding of their role to actively take part in shaping their experience, and those around them, with compassion, confidence, and creativity.

The Wesley School is seeking an enthusiastic and team-oriented individual to join The Wesley School in the position of Health Aide.  The Health Aide is a year-round full-time non-exempt position. The Health Aide reports directly to the Office Manager/Executive Assistant.

The responsibilities of the Health Aide include, but are not limited to the list below:

• Administer student medication and first aid and help when students are not feeling well.
• Monitor and care for diabetic students
• Conduct lice checks and other health screenings as necessary
• File allergy/asthma action plans and update EPI pen prescriptions
• Help with preparation and medication organization for overnight field trips
• Support the school counselors with the mental health needs of students, providing care if needed
• Collaborate with the school counselors and others to schedule and teach health promotion throughout the year
• Attend student support meetings as needed
• Send grade level and school-wide health notifications as required
• Assist in ordering, receiving, and maintaining inventory of health office and first aid supplies as needed
• Organize vaccine clinics as requested
• Maintain student records and registration paperwork, including student immunization records for incoming and outgoing K-8th grade students
• Support the School and its leadership

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in working with children in a related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication ability.
• Alignment with the Mission of the school, and a commitment to working within an institution that values Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
• Maintains discretion and handles confidential information appropriately.

As a non-exempt employee, the hourly rate ranges from $30-$40.

BENEFITS:  Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.  Generous time-off allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and a current resume to hr@wesleyschool.org and include “Health Aide” in the subject line.

When school (including our summer program) is in session, the hours begin at 8:00 am with a 30-minute lunch break. Hours for non-student days, and summer hours when summer school is not in session, may be different and will be arranged with the supervisor.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment: Sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time. Light to moderate lifting (up to 30 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and sound hearing. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The ability to speak clearly and coherently is also required. Reaching, kneeling, pulling, pushing, bending, walking, running, jumping, writing, and keyboarding.