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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Special Education - High School
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$74,752 / year median in Massachusetts
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Special Education
•High School
Attleboro Public Schools
Attleboro High School
•Attleboro, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Attleboro Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5915538
Application Deadline:
Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Attleboro Public Schools are committed to recruiting and retaining an effective, diverse, and culturally competent staff. We strive to create an inclusive work environment that fosters respect and dignity for all.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Special Education
High School
Start date: September 11, 2026 (with orientation days prior)
Requirements:
- LPN License
- Current MA licensure
- Relevant experience with catheters, g-tubes, seizures, medication administration CPR & First Aid Certified
The MDAP program provides a highly-structured environment that emphasizes developing and strengthening students skills in adaptive living, communication, academics, self-regulation, and mobility. The program incorporates assistive technology and a multi-sensory approach to instruction designed to increase active classroom participation, academic abilities, social awareness, and independence across settings. Although much of the specialized instruction occurs within the program, students are provided with inclusive opportunities with staff support as well as community-based experiences as part of their educational program.
Responsibilities:
- Provide student direct care and implementation of an individualized health care plan
- Collaborate with program personnel to create the best learning environment regardless of individual's health care needs
- Assist in implementing accommodations for physical and social emotional support
- Assist in ambulation and transfers
- Monitor vital signs
- Attend meetings IEP meetings as needed
- Administer medication in accordance with school policy/procedures.
- Assist individual with daily living activities, e.g.: lunch, bus load, personal care, toileting
- Document in a thorough manner
•utilizing an electronic database (SNAP experience preferred)
Perform other nursing services per job description and as assigned
Other responsibilities as directed by medical order/Director of Nursing
Reports:
Director of Nursing and/or Director of Special Education and Student Support Services
Qualifications Experience with students with physical and health disabilities
Safety Care trained preferred Salary per Attleboro Paraprofessionals Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
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Salary Range:
$43,192
•$47,397 Applications will be considered when submitted via our online application system with
POWERSCHOOL UNIFIED TALENT.
Qualified candidates should apply online at www.attleboroschools.com. Follow the Link to Central Office Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, and the job link to TalentEd Hire Pro to apply for this job.
INTERNAL
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E.O.E.
The Attleboro Public Schools does not, in any education program or activity that it operates, discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race
•, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic-information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, immigration status, or any category protected by state or federal law. The Attleboro Public School District prohibits sex discrimination Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District's Civil Rights and/or Title IX Coordinators. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.attleboroschools.com.
•race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$43,192 to $47,397 Yearly