School Health Coordinator

Description

About Us
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an independent TK–8 community day school in Palo Alto with a commitment to academic excellence, Jewish values, and whole-child education. Our inclusive, values-driven culture nurtures a love of learning, a sense of belonging, and the confidence to think deeply and act ethically. Our faculty enjoy a collaborative, professional environment with significant opportunities for leadership and growth. Our beautiful campus includes modern classrooms, specialty spaces, and outdoor learning environments designed to support innovation and well-being.

Description

Gideon Hausner seeks a student-centered, organized, and compassionate Temporary School Health Coordinator to lead our health services program for TK–8 students. The Health Coordinator manages daily clinic operations, provides direct care, coordinates care plans for students with chronic conditions, and partners closely with families, teachers, and administrators to promote a safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environment. 

The successful candidate will oversee medication management and state compliance, respond to illness and injury, develop individualized health plans, and provide health education and staff training. This role collaborates with Student Services, the Learning Support Team, and administrators to support whole-child wellness and readiness to learn.

This is a temporary position providing maternity leave coverage. The assignment is expected to begin September 14, 2026, and continue through approximately October 22, 2026, or longer depending on the duration of the leave and the school’s needs.

Professional Qualities/Skills

• Warm, professional bedside manner with children and adolescents
• Excellent clinical judgment, crisis response, and follow-through
• Clear and timely communication with students, families, faculty, and external providers
• Strong organizational skills; meticulous documentation and confidentiality (FERPA/HIPAA awareness)
• Ability to educate and train adults on first aid, EpiPen use, diabetes care, and concussion protocols
• Comfortable with digital health records and basic data reporting

Responsibilities

• Triage and treat student illness/injury; maintain a welcoming, efficient clinic environment
• Administer and document medications and treatments; maintain physician/parent authorizations; ensure safe storage and inventory
• Develop and update Individualized Healthcare Plans and emergency action plans (e.g., asthma, anaphylaxis, diabetes, seizures); coordinate care with families and providers
• Manage immunization compliance, screenings, and state reporting; follow current public-health guidance on communicable diseases
• Provide staff training on CPR/AED/first aid refreshers, EpiPen administration, seizure and diabetes care; deliver age-appropriate student health education and parent resources
• Serve on the school safety team; support drills and emergency preparedness; maintain clinic supplies and AEDs
• Partner with Student Services, counselors, and teachers on attendance/return-to-learn plans, accommodations, and wellness initiatives
• Maintain accurate, confidential health records and communication logs; track trends to inform prevention efforts
• Other Duties as assigned in support of student health and school operations

Requirements

Required Education/Experience

• California Registered Nurse (RN) license OR Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) OR Public Health Nurse (PHN)
• Current First Aid CPR/AED (BLS) certification
• 2+ years of recent pediatric, school, or community health experience preferred
• Experience managing chronic conditions common in schools (asthma, allergies/anaphylaxis, diabetes, seizures)
• Proficiency with electronic health records and secure communication

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life/Accident Insurance
• Work-Life Balance Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Checks
• Flexible Spending Account (pre-tax payroll deduction)

Equal Opportunity Statement
Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a welcoming and inclusive community where individuals of all backgrounds are respected and valued. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, or any other status protected by law.