School Nurse-Float (2026-2027)

North Reading Public Schools is seeking a part-time Float School Nurse to assist Elementary, Middle, and High School Nurses throughout the District starting in the 2026-2027 school year. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. 

In this role you will support students' health needs, triage situations, and facilitate ongoing wellness programming throughout the District. 

This position is a 0.4 FTE and anticipated to be two (2) full days at approximately 14.0-16.0 hours/week. Exact schedule will be coordinated with the Director of Student Services and the Lead Nurse.

All paid time off and salary will be prorated to FTE status. Salary range listed is for 0.4 FTE.

North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 1, 2026. New educators are required to attend the two day new staff orientation on dates still to be determined.

Essential Duties

• Provide direct nursing services to students and staff as needed across the District in grades PreK-12
• Provide building based nursing coverage for district nurses as needed
• Assist building based staff with the completion of mandated and recommended health screenings
• Consult and collaborate with the district staff and the Nurse Leader on matters pertaining to student health and well-being as appropriate
• Consult and collaborate with district nurses on matters related to policy development as appropriate
• Provide professional development to staff on issues related to health and wellness as appropriate
• Attend 504/IEP team meetings as appropriate
• Complete data entry associated with student office visits as needed
• Attend and participate in nursing department meetings
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Building Principal and/or Director of Student Services

Requirements

• RN license
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license in Professional Support Personnel: School Nurse (All Levels)
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience preferred
• Master's degree preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluency in basic computer skills; i.e., Gmail, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Additional benefits for this work are outlined in the current North Reading Education Association contract.

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.

Salary : $23,969 - $47,550