Hybrid Afterschool Health Office Coordinator en Dalton School

Salary Range: $25 - $30

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities, and fosters diversity as an integral part of school life. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community. 

We are seeking an Afterschool Health Office Coordinator to support K-3 students during our Afterschool program. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with this age group, and have some experience working in a school nursing office or medical field. The Health Office Coordinator is a member of the afterschool program staff and reports to the Director of Afterschool Programs, while working closely with Dalton’s nursing team. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage the 91st Street Health Office from 3:00-6:00 PM daily
• Serve as the first point of contact for any health and wellness issues during the afterschool program
• Administer first aid for basic injuries
• Consult with on-duty RN (located at Dalton’s 89th Street campus) regarding any concerns
• Communicate with families regarding any injury or illness
• Supervise students who need to be picked up
• Document incidents in Dalton’s student medical records software program
• Assist with arrival and dismissal from the afterschool program

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• Required Certifications:
  • First Aid Certification
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
  • Additional training will be provided by Dalton’s nursing team 
• Special consideration will be given to candidates with more advanced medical training (such as EMT, CNA or MAT)
• Experience working with students in grades K-3
• Excellent judgment and ability to work calmly under pressure
• Strong communication and organizational skills

The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.

Application Instructions 

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to the employment portal using the following link - https://www.dalton.org/employment