We at Lexington Montessori School are eager to meet teachers throughout the year who are interested in working at LMS. When we have an opening, we like to contact candidates who already know about our school and who may have already visited us. Like many schools, LMS has openings for a variety of positions at various times in the school year.
If you are interested in applying to be a substitute teacher at LMS, please contact us to set up an appointment.
Job Openings
Lexington Montessori School seeks a Registered School Nurse to start in August 2024.
Lexington Montessori School is a vibrant and close knit community seeking a part-time (25 hours) nurse to be on our campus from 8:30am to 1:30pm everyday. We are looking to find an experienced and organized person to provide quality care and warmth to all community members.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to easily connect with children and families; warm and friendly bedside manner
- Provide emergency nursing for injuries/illnesses
- Administer and/or supervise the administration of prescription medication to students
- Assist in the control of communicable diseases
- Document all student interactions within electronic health records (SNAP)
- Maintain data and records, including yearly physicals, immunizations, medication administration plans, emergency action plans, and parental consent forms as necessary.
- Coordinate care for students attending off-campus field trips/overnight trips.
- Serve as a resource to staff and parents for health-related purposes involving students
- Offer training and maintain records for staff CPR and health-related certifications
- Inventory, maintain, and reorder necessary supplies
- Adhere to the adopted policies of Lexington Montessori School including, but not limited to, medication administration policies and food allergy policies
- This is a 10-month position, (mid-August through mid-June)
- Available to begin work Monday, August 12, 2024 to get ready for the opening of the school year.
QUALIFICATIONS OF PREFERRED CANDIDATES:
- Current Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse
- CPR & First Aid Certification
- BS or BA preferred
- Prior experience in pediatrics preferred
- Possess a high-level of interpersonal skills, positive demeanor, and respectful attitude toward all members of our community
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance student wellness and achieve common goals
- Commitment to best practices in clinical nursing
- Commitment to meeting the needs of each child and family
- Experience using SNAP preferred but not required
- Comfort in Google Suite, Zoom
Applicants should send resumé and three references to Kathleen Little, Assistant Head for Finance and Operations at [email protected].
Lexington Montessori School is an independent day school serving toddler through eighth grade enrolling 240+ students. Our mission: Lexington Montessori School builds an inclusive, joyful community that ignites self-discovery through purposeful learning, inspiring children to embrace and challenge the world with compassion, resilience and courage.
