Health Services Supervisor

Position Type:

Pupil Services District Wide/Supervisor of Health Services Date Posted:

3/26/2026

Location:

Staples High School Date Available:

07/01/2026

Closing Date:

04/24/2026

Position Summary:

The Health Services Supervisor provides clinical leadership and administrative oversight for the district\'s school health program. This role ensures high quality, compliant, and student-centered health services across all schools. The Supervisor supports nursing staff, collaborates with district leadership, and promotes student wellness, safety, and access to learning. This is a 198-day position. Additional days beyond the 188-day school nurse work year are determined in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Services.

Qualifications:

Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensed in the State of Connecticut; Minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience, with school nursing or pediatric experience preferred; Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience; Knowledge of Connecticut school health regulations and best practices; and Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent for

Pupil Services Contract Provisions:

A compensation package will be offered that is commensurate with the candidate\'s experience/credentials.

Start Date:

July 1, 2026

Application Deadline:

April 24, 2026.

Application Procedure:

Internal applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to John Bayers, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & General Administration, jbayers@westportps.org. External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2091 (Paper copies will not be accepted.) The Westport Board of Education will not make employment decision (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability (including pregnancy), genetic information, veteran status or gender identity or expression, except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification .

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide clinical supervision and support for all school nurses Ensure compliance with state regulations regarding immunizations and mandated school physicals Lead Board of Education policy development and updates related to health and wellness and attendance Develop and deliver professional development for nursing staff and other PPS staff as appropriate Complete all required state reports including school health survey, immunization, and asthma reporting Implement homebound instruction procedures in alignment with BOE policy 6173 Provide student specific consultation to school teams and nurses on complex medical needs including seizure disorders, diabetes, and severe allergies, including participation in Section 504 and IDEA meetings as requested Oversee daily operations including substitute nurse staffing, leave coverage, staff allocation, and budget development and management Consult with building administrators regarding attendance policies and best practices to support student attendance Maintain appropriate staffing levels through recruitment, hiring, and retention of qualified school nurses Coordinate districtwide health communications including screenings, required notifications, and communicable disease updates as needed Participate in community partnerships including Juvenile Review Board, Westport Together, Prevention Council, and other community-based committees Coordinate vaccination clinics for staff and families as appropriate Arrange staffing and provide oversight for health services during summer school programs Participate in district level teams including Tools for Schools, Safety Committee, and Crisis teams Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Services, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, and Superintendent