Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy·Cumberland, Rhode Island
The school nurse teacher will conduct health services including physicals, screenings, and immunizations while managing student health records and medical supplies. They are also responsible for providing emergency care and coordinating with parents and medical professionals regarding student health needs.
BVP is an intentionally diverse [https://www.the74million.org/article/intentionally-diverse-charter-schools-rhode-islands-blackstone-valley-prep-spans-race-and-class-with-a-strong-college-focus/] network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools [http://diversecharters.org/], BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.
The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.
Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today.
Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics.
We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities.
Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMCbfrYJzHA] who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college.
Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.
Learn more about why BVP is different [https://youtu.be/xUzJgmeACuk].
If required for your role, you must provide evidence of proficiency or awareness in the knowledge and practices of the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy through the completion of a RIDE approved program or Rhode Island educator preparation program.
Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars’ in a complex world.
Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets
*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.
Conduct school health services, including physical examinations, immunizations, tests for hearing and vision, based on State Health and Department of Education guidelines.
Assume responsibility for selection and referral of students in need of medical and dental care.
Report to parents, school personnel, physician, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters
Responsible for preparation of all health supply orders and inventory maintenance.
Tend to an emergency situation for students and staff personnel.
Document students' visits to the nurse's office.
Administer necessary nursing procedures based on students' needs and doctor's orders.
Eligible candidates MUST hold a current RN license with a bachelor's degree and have a minimum of three years in the nursing profession OR currently have a School Nurse Teacher certification issued by RIDE.
• Refer to Teacher STEP Scale
Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.
Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.
Candidates must hold a current RN license with a bachelor's degree and at least three years of professional nursing experience, or possess a RIDE-issued School Nurse Teacher certification. Proficiency in the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy may be required depending on the specific role.
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