Littleton Academy
Position Type:
Special Education Classified/Certified Nursing Assistant
Date Posted:
7/21/2025
Location:
Arapahoe High School
Closing Date:
08/07/2025 "Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional individuals to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!
The School-Based Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports the physical, medical, and personal care needs of students under the supervision and delegation of the school nurse consultant. The CNA plays a vital role in promoting student health, safety, dignity, and access to education by providing individualized and timely care. Responsibilities include delegated medical procedures, assistance with personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, behavior support, and contributing to a safe and inclusive school environment.
Experience working with students with disabilities preferred. Candidate must be a strong team player with effective communication skills between staff, students and families. School-Based Certified Nursing Assistants work under the supervision of licensed staff. We are seeking a candidate who displays high energy, flexibility, creativity, problem solving skills and a strong desire to work in challenging situations.
Delegated Medical and Health Procedures:
Personal Hygiene and Care:
Safety and Supervision:
Classroom and School Support:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
7.5 hrs/day on a 185 day calendar.
Starting salary for this position is a Grade 6 starting at $22.98 per hour.
BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at:
Special Education Classified/Certified Nursing Assistant
Date Posted:
7/21/2025
Location:
Arapahoe High School
Closing Date:
08/07/2025 "Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional individuals to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!
The School-Based Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports the physical, medical, and personal care needs of students under the supervision and delegation of the school nurse consultant. The CNA plays a vital role in promoting student health, safety, dignity, and access to education by providing individualized and timely care. Responsibilities include delegated medical procedures, assistance with personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, behavior support, and contributing to a safe and inclusive school environment.
Experience working with students with disabilities preferred. Candidate must be a strong team player with effective communication skills between staff, students and families. School-Based Certified Nursing Assistants work under the supervision of licensed staff. We are seeking a candidate who displays high energy, flexibility, creativity, problem solving skills and a strong desire to work in challenging situations.
Delegated Medical and Health Procedures:
- Perform medical procedures as delegated and supervised by a licensed school nurse (e.g., catheterization, gastrostomy tube feedings, blood glucose monitoring, seizure response).
- Document care provided and report changes in student condition to the school nurse immediately.
- Maintain confidentiality of all medical information in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA regulations.
Personal Hygiene and Care:
- Assist students with toileting, diapering, bathing, grooming, dressing, and other hygiene needs while maintaining student dignity and privacy.
- Support students with feeding and hydration needs, including tube feedings and adaptive utensils.
Safety and Supervision:
- Ensure student safety during mobility and transitions (e.g., bus loading/unloading, classroom transitions, recess).
- Assist with the use of mobility devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, braces, and lift.
- Monitor and support students with behavioral or medical conditions that may require continuous observation.
Classroom and School Support:
- Collaborate with special education staff, classroom teachers, therapists, and administrators to support instructional access and engagement.
- Support student participation in school activities, field trips, and community-based instruction as appropriate.
- Assist with transferring students to and from various locations within the school building.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Graduated from a nursing assistant program and carry an active CNA license.
- Current First Aid/CPR Certification is required within 3 months after hire.
- Criminal background check required for hire.
- Medication administration class required within 3 months of hire.
- One year of experience in health care.
7.5 hrs/day on a 185 day calendar.
Starting salary for this position is a Grade 6 starting at $22.98 per hour.
BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: