Licensed Care Specialist (2026-27 School Year)

Licensed Care Specialist

Centennial School District is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, the district's high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota's rankings. Centennial's schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district's vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master's degree. A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as "excellent", and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.

Position: Licensed Care Specialist

Location: Centennial Middle School

Hours: 6.75 hours/day - 7:45 am to 3:00 pm

Start Date: August 2026

Wage: $29.92 per hour or $31.92 per hour if licensed RN

Benefits: Health Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Dental Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan (PERA) 403(b) Retirement Plan 403(b) Employer match after 4 completed years of service Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Must be a licensed nurse (LPN or RN) with the State of Minnesota. Must have CPR/BLS certification. Ability to lift/move/push/pull as required by the assignment. Demonstrate the highest commitment to student achievement and effective development. Willingness to adapt to becoming part of a total school effort in educating our students. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with other staff members, students and parents in providing and promoting positive relationships. Must be of the highest integrity with a strong commitment to modeling excellence in all aspects of the teacher/student/parent relationships. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

Direct Care, Medication Administration, Maintenance and updating of Student Health Files/Immunizations, Health Screenings, Implementation of Procedures under the direction/delegation of the Licensed School Nurse.

Application Procedure: Internal and external applicants must apply online at Select apply at the top of the website to begin the applications process. Applications will be received until filled. Additional hours working for Kids Club are available. If interested, please contact Molly Nelson at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Centennial School District ISD12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.