Licensed Practical Nurse/Paraprofessional (#23554)

LPN / Special Education Paraprofessional

The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time LPN / Special Education Paraprofessional position for the 2026/2027 school year. This position is responsible for assisting district nurses and the district Health Services Coordinator in a variety of health related tasks; to work in the health office as well as general and special educational settings, providing support to a student or students with significant disabilities and health concerns within the classroom and around the building; Students may require toileting, feeding, following the health care plan in conjunction with the building nurse/district Health Service Coordinator, lifting, support to building Health Service office, and other medical services provided to students.

Assists building nurses and district Health Service Coordinator in a variety of health-related tasks. Assists and collaborates with the building nurse to implement student health care plan(s) Works in a variety of settings to provide support to a student or students with significant disabilities or medical needs within the classroom and/or around the building. Assists with communication, scheduling, and implementation of health service plans. Support and delivery of health services to students and staff with the Health Services building under the direction of the District Health Services Coordinator or building nurse Assess the health and developmental status of selected students. Work cooperatively with other School Assessment Team members to assess health needs related to learning. Accesses student population for compliance with immunization and Illinois Department of Health laws. Supervises proper administration of medication procedures. Provides adequate care of ill and injured children. Provide student and parent health counseling. Comply with law regarding suspected child abuse. Attend health services staff meetings. Perform other duties related to planning, organizing, directing and accomplishing goals and objectives of the Health Services Program as requested by the Principal and Assistant Principal. Perform all duties as requested by the Principal and Assistant Principal

Education / Licensure: Evidence of a Statement of Approval from the Will County Regional Office of Education to serve as a teacher aide with license registered in Will County Current CPR certification is required Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification/background is required

Other Skills and Abilities: Acknowledge of health/medical materials and techniques Initiative to follow through with assigned tasks Effective communication skills Should serve as a role model for all students and staff and perform their duties to create an environment that is conducive to providing students an enhanced and engaged learning opportunity A physical exam and negative T.B. test are required Ability to maneuver and support students

Work Environment and Physical Activity: Work is performed in an environment where unusual temperature, noise and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Students may require toileting, feeding and lifting.

Pay Scale and Benefit Disclosure: Salary is in accordance with the Paraprofessional Salary Schedule. Benefits: Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL FSA and Dependent DayCare accounts Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance Tuition Reimbursement Salary Advancement IMRF contribution included in base salary 403B

Terms of Employment: The Salary and work year is 181 days and is in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Valley View Council and the Board of Education. A Physical exam and a negative Tuberculosis test are required. FLSA Non-Exempt.

Application Procedure: Applicants should apply online at and upload a letter of application with resume, current transcripts and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last twelve (12) months. Selection Procedure: The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable. Equal Opportunity Employer

Valley View School District 365U