About Brookwood School: Brookwood is an Early Childhood through Grade 8 independent school of about 300 students on thecoast of the North Shore of Boston. At Brookwood, confidence isnt taught its cultivated. Ourprogram invites students to think deeply, act with empathy, and engage boldly with the world aroundthem. Its a place where intellect and imagination thrive side by side, and where children discover thecourage to question, the skill to create, and the character to lead.
Our 110 faculty and staff bring thatsame spirit of confidence and care to their work every day. They collaborate joyfully, innovatethoughtfully, and go the extra mile to do whats best for kids shaping a community where everyoneis known, valued, and inspired to grow.The CampusBrookwood is located 25 miles north of Boston on the coast in Manchester, MA on a beautiful 30\-acrewooded campus. The physical plant includes a pond, wetland spaces, forest areas, and open greenspace. The 130,000 square foot facility sits under one roof with construction ranging from the original1900 stable (now housing grades 5\-8\) to the 2014 state\-of\-the\-art lower school, a dining commons,and kitchen.
In addition to grade level classrooms, there are five outdoor classrooms, two musicrooms, three art studios and a kiln room, four science labs and science gym, a newly renovated librarywith a 15,000 volume collection, an Idea Lab, a gymnasium and a multi\-purpose theater/gymnasiumspace, a dance studio, two synthetic turf fields, and well\-appointed outdoor play spaces. Thesurrounding area of Cape Ann is filled with beautiful natural and historical attractions such asbeaches, parks, preserves, museums, and hiking trails that are used frequently by our students,employees, and families alike.Job SummaryThe Brookwood Director of Health and Wellness / School Nurse manages the health office, providesurgent care, manages chronic conditions and conducts screenings. The role also serves as a liaisonbetween families, School, and health providers developing general, emergency and individualizedcare plans.Essential Duties Provide direct professional nursing services, first aid, illness and emergency care tostudents, faculty and staff during the school day, and for after\-school home games Communicate with parents and/or guardians related to student care as needed Make appropriate referrals on health issues and consult school physicians when needed Serve as the primary educational resource for health\-related questions/issues forstudents and employees Collaborate with mental health staff and division heads related to students with socialor emotional difficulties Promote inclusion practices to create a safe, welcoming environment for students,families, and faculty (including issues of gender and sexual identity, nutrition and bodyimage, cultural medical practices, etc.) Manage student dietary needs/food allergies needs in conjunction with dining servicesand division heads Help develop, lead and facilitate the school's wellness program Monitor compliance of school health programs with federal, state and local laws,regulations and policies Communicate with the community about school health policies and ensure policycompliance including items connected with the annual registration process Monitor environment both within and outside the school buildings to ensure the safetyand wellbeing of students, faculty, and staff Maintain accurate health records on each student; ensure that students comply withimmunization laws; prepare and review Individual Health Care Plans for studentswith life\-threatening allergies and/or chronic health conditions Work in collaboration with Manchester Department of Public Health toimplement communicable disease control in the school Identify health and safety hazards in the school and communicate with administration andthe maintenance staff Write incident reports and inform administration of serious injuries or illnesses Assist with the management of all school health materials and supplies to supportphysical education, athletics, field trips, classrooms and offices Participate in classroom education to promote health and wellness as needed, includingthe human growth and sexuality education of students Conduct yearly health screenings; provide training (e.g., CPR/AED, etc) for all employeesand coaches Provide opportunities for community outreach related to health and wellness Participate in the Independent School Nursing Group (ISNG) and utilize continuingeducation opportunities to enhance professional knowledge Participate on the Schools Emergency Response Team Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head of School or designeeQualifications \& Professional AttributesSuccessful candidates will demonstrate exceptional judgment, integrity and confidentiality(including meeting FERPA/HIPAA standards) and a strong commitment to meeting the needs ofeach child and family. In addition, they will have excellent technical, communication andorganizational skills including an ability to work in Google Suite; they will also have stronginterpersonal skills, a warm and calming demeanor that handles crisis well; and a positive, respectfulattitude toward all members of our community.
Candidates must be able to work collaboratively withfaculty and parents to enhance student wellness and achieve common goals. Bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program; masters degree innursing or related field preferred Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts;meet continuing education requirements as established by the state board of nursing Minimum of five years experience in nursing, school health or related field with apreference for pediatrics; minimum of two years experience in management, supervision,and/or administrationAdditionally, we look for those with the following characteristics: A joyful spirit and authentic enthusiasm for working with students, bringing energy, humor,and warmth to the environment Reflective professional mindset, demonstrating curiosity, humility, and a commitment tocontinuous growth Collaborative orientation, contributing positively to a collegial and high\-performing employeecommunity Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging Sound professional judgment, including the ability to establish and maintain appropriateboundaries with students, parents and colleaguesTo ApplyInterested candidates should email a cover letter and rsum to Alli Moore, Executive Assistant to theHead of School, amoore@brookwood.eduStatement of Non\-Discrimination: Brookwood School is an equal opportunity employer. TheSchool is committed to a policy of non\-discrimination and equal opportunity for all (employees and)qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy\-relatedcondition, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation or preference,physical or mental disability, genetic information, military service, application for military service,veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal or state law. The School willmake reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities orpregnancy\-related conditions, in accordance with applicable law.