What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington?
DO YOU:
- have a passion for ensuring all students have access to high quality healthcare support in their school environment?
- believe that potential, not zip code, should determine a students’ trajectory for their future?
- believe in the power of being a girl and that all students have the potential to graduate from high school, go to college, and succeed in life?
- possess the willingness to collaborate with your colleagues and our school families, doing “whatever it takes,” to make our vision for our students a reality?
If so, you are a great candidate to support health services at GLOW Academy and Spark Academy, and we encourage you to apply for our current School Nurse position.
About GLOW Academy
GLOW Academy (Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington) is North Carolina’s only single-gender charter school for girls in grades 6–12. Dedicated to educational equity and excellence, we support a diverse student population with a rigorous curriculum and holistic approach to learning. GLOW Academy is also proud to utilize this position to support Spark Academy, our early childhood development center, which fosters foundational growth for our youngest learners.
About Spark Academy
Spark Academy offers reimagined early care and learning with a safe inspiring indoor and outdoor learning environment, a comprehensive data proven curriculum, collaboration with support agencies with a facility design that includes space for early intervention when needed, and an inclusive approach that includes families in their children’s most important years.
Position Overview
GLOW Academy is seeking a compassionate, organized, and skilled School Nurse to promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of students in grades 6–12 as well as children enrolled in SPARK Academy. The School Nurse will work collaboratively with students, families, and staff to create a safe and supportive environment for all.
POSITION: School Nurse
AVAILABLE: January 12, 2026
REPORTS TO: GLOW Academy Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current North Carolina Registered Nurse (RN) license required; BSN preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a school, pediatric, or public health setting.
- CPR and First Aid certification (current).
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Experience working with children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Experience with early childhood health care or working in a childcare or preschool setting preferred.
- Knowledge of school health laws and regulations preferred.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including managing chronic conditions, administering medications, and responding to illnesses or injuries.
- Develop and implement individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) and emergency care plans for students with medical needs.
- Monitor student immunization records and ensure compliance with state health requirements.
- Conduct health screenings and maintain accurate, confidential student health records.
- Provide health education to students, staff, and families on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, mental wellness, and disease prevention.
- Support Spark Academy staff in managing the health and safety needs of early childhood students, including diapering protocols, developmental screenings, medication management/administration and infection control.
- When needed, support Spark staff with medical paperwork required for employment and licensure.
- Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community healthcare providers.
- Maintain health supplies, equipment, and documentation in accordance with school policies and public health guidelines.
- Participate in crisis response planning and contribute to school-wide safety and wellness initiatives.
SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
- This is a full-time, 10-month position aligned with the academic school year (August–June).
- Salary of $60,000 plus benefits
BENEFITS
- State Health Plan of North Carolina
- Employer paid dental
- Competitive employer matched 401K program
- Supplemental Long Term Care coverage
- $20,000 life insurance policy
- Employee accrued paid sick, annual, and personal leave
- Other benefits are available at the employee’s expense
SUPPORT
- All new staff will attend a formal orientation to learn more about the school, our expectations, and to help acclimate our new employees to the school community.
Salary : $60,000