School Nurse

School Nurse Opportunity

Independence Preparatory Academy is a new, academically challenging, highly structured, and joyful K-8 school in Fairfield, AL. We are on a mission to equip all students with the academic tenacity and strength of character necessary to choose their destiny and create a fulfilling life. We develop empowered learners through agency, purpose, and tenacity.

In August 2025, Independence Preparatory Academy opened its doors to 60 students in kindergarten through second grade. We will continue to grow until we reach a total capacity of 485 students in kindergarten through eighth grade. We are actively building a team that shares our belief that with rigorous academics, high-quality instruction, and character development, all students can excel in high school, college, and life.

Are you energized by the opportunity to support the whole child and ensure every student is healthy, safe, and ready to learn in a new charter school setting? Do you find fulfillment in providing compassionate, individualized care that removes health barriers to learning and helps students thrive both in and out of the classroom? Are you passionate about being a trusted health advocate and a vital part of a school team, championing wellness and equity for students of all backgrounds and abilities? If so, Independence Preparatory Academy could be your perfect fit.

To achieve our vision, we seek a School Nurse who is a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate's degree or higher in nursing, at least 1+ years of experience in pediatric or school-based nursing, and a demonstrated ability to support the health and academic success of students with diverse medical and developmental needs.

We are hiring for the 2026-2027 school year. The salary range for this position is between $44,764 and $71,169. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary near the lower end of the range, depending on relevant experience, certification status, and internal equity. Compensation is based on our salary scales and is not negotiable.