School Overview

Inspire. Innovate. Belong.

At Dawson, we believe that exceptional education is built on the strength, expertise, and dedication of our faculty. We seek committed, creative, and engaged educators who embrace collaboration, maintain high expectations for themselves and their students, and foster meaningful relationships with colleagues and families.

As a student-centered, college-preparatory school for grades K-12, Dawson provides a dynamic environment where faculty are empowered to innovate, personalize learning, and inspire students to reach their full potential. Our faculty are not just teachers but mentors and lifelong learners who bring curiosity, empathy, and professionalism to every interaction. They engage in ongoing professional development, apply best practices in education, and contribute to a school culture that values belonging, inquiry, and growth.

Dawson Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Why Join Dawson?

• Innovative Teaching Environment: We foster creativity through hands-on learning and encourage the integration of technology to enhance student experiences.

• Professional Growth: We invest in our educators through workshops, conferences, and collaborative learning opportunities.

• Community Engagement: Become part of a supportive, relationship-driven environment. 

• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize well-being with reasonable class sizes and a collaborative culture.

At Dawson, you will:

• Shape the region’s strongest college-preparatory program through academic excellence and experiential learning.

• Collaborate with talented colleagues in a supportive and respectful environment.

• Engage in meaningful professional development to refine your craft and advance your career.

• Challenge and support students in a learning community that values curiosity, resilience, and purpose.

• Be part of a school that recognizes and invests in the well-being of its educators through competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that nurtures both personal and professional fulfillment.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer contribution.

• Healthcare: medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA/FSA options, plus free telehealth services.

• Wellness: access to an employee assistance program, on-site gym, outdoor swimming pool, and certified athletic trainer. Enjoy free, chef-prepared lunches and a walkable, secure campus.

• Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits: group life insurance with additional voluntary coverage options.

• Time-off: flexible sick time and paid time off.

• Career and Personal Development: support and encouragement for continuous learning and growth, ensuring faculty and staff remain knowledgeable, skilled, and effective in their roles.

• Sustainability: free parking with access to EV charging stations and ECO Pass for RTD.

• Strong Faculty/Staff  Culture and Sense of Belonging: welcoming, positive, supportive, and engaged colleagues

Position Overview

The School Nurse provides comprehensive health services to support the physical, emotional, and educational well-being of students across the K–12 program. The School Nurse serves as the school's health and nursing expert, identifying student health needs, providing direct nursing care, developing and implementing individualized health care plans, and collaborating with students, families, faculty, administrators, and healthcare providers.

The School Nurse works to identify and reduce health-related barriers to learning and helps ensure that students can safely and fully participate in the school environment. This position also supports health education, disease prevention, emergency preparedness, student wellness, and compliance with applicable Colorado nursing, education, and public health requirements.

The School Nurse reports directly to the Director of Operations. This position collaborates closely with the school leadership team, division assistants, Athletic Trainer, Director of Safety and Security, and Summer Camp Director. The School Nurse may also provide clinical guidance, consultation, and direction to faculty and staff regarding student health needs, medical procedures, and health-related protocols.

Student Health Services and Nursing Care

• Provide professional nursing assessment, care, and support to students across the K–12 program.

• Identify and respond to acute and chronic health conditions, injuries, illnesses, and other student health concerns.

• Develop, implement, monitor, and update individualized health care plans (IHPs), 504 accommodation plans for students with chronic conditions (e.g., severe allergies, diabetes, asthma, epilepsy), and emergency action plans as appropriate.

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, school policies, and applicable Colorado regulations.

• Establish delegation protocols and train unlicensed school personnel (teachers, office staff, trip chaperones) to safely administer daily prescriptions and emergency medications (e.g., EpiPens, glucagon, inhalers).

• Determine appropriate interventions and levels of care and make referrals to families, healthcare providers, emergency medical services, or other appropriate resources when necessary.

• Provide nursing support for students with disabilities and other specialized health needs.

• Support students with chronic conditions, including asthma, diabetes, allergies, seizure disorders, and other medical needs.

• Maintain appropriate documentation of student health services, assessments, treatments, medications, and health-related incidents.

• Provide health-related support during field trips, school activities, and other school-sponsored events as appropriate.

Health Promotion, Prevention, and Education

• Develop and implement health education, wellness, injury prevention, and disease prevention initiatives.

• Provide age-appropriate health education and guidance to students, faculty, and staff.

• Monitor trends in student illnesses, injuries, and health concerns and recommend appropriate interventions.

• Promote practices that support student physical and emotional well-being.

• Provide education and resources related to nutrition, hygiene, mental health, substance use prevention, and other student wellness topics as appropriate.

• Advocate for a healthy, safe, and inclusive school environment.

Immunizations, Communicable Disease, and Public Health

• Review and monitor student immunization records and other required health documentation.

• Maintain compliance with applicable Colorado immunization and school health requirements, including managing and updating student immunization records in the Colorado Immunization Information System (CIIS) and completing required annual immunization reporting to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Ensure records are accurate, current, and maintained in accordance with applicable state requirements and school policies.

• Monitor and respond to communicable and infectious diseases within the school community.

• Provide education regarding disease prevention, infection control, and appropriate health practices.

• Communicate with families and public health officials as appropriate regarding communicable disease concerns and required follow-up.

• Participate in the development and implementation of school health and communicable disease policies and procedures.

Collaboration and Case Management

• Serve as a liaison among students, families, faculty, administrators, healthcare providers, community health organizations, and other professionals.

• Collaborate with teachers, counselors, learning specialists, administrators, and other members of the student support team to address health-related barriers to learning.

• Participate in meetings related to student support, individualized education plans, accommodations, and other student needs as appropriate.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with families regarding student health concerns and recommendations.

• Coordinate care and follow-up with outside healthcare providers when appropriate and with appropriate authorization.

• Maintain confidentiality of student health information in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and school policies.

Emergency Preparedness and Safety

• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies, injuries, and other urgent health situations.

• Develop, review, and implement emergency health procedures and protocols.

• Participate in emergency preparedness and response planning, including coordination with first responders and local emergency services.

• Provide or coordinate CPR, first aid, medication, and other emergency response training as appropriate.

• Identify potential health and environmental hazards and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

• Participate in school safety and emergency response planning and drills.

Health Services Administration and Compliance

• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic and paper health records.

• Ensure school health practices comply with applicable Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), Colorado Department of Education (CDE), Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), and other applicable requirements.

• Maintain appropriate documentation and records related to student health services.

• Collect, monitor, and report health-related data as required.

• Assist with the development, review, and implementation of school health policies and procedures.

• Monitor and maintain health room supplies, medications, equipment, and resources.

• Ensure that health services are delivered consistently and effectively across the K–12 program.

Child Care Licensing Oversight

• Serve as the school's Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC) for its licensed after-school care and summer camp programs, providing health and safety guidance, consultation, and support in accordance with applicable Colorado child care licensing requirements.

Supervision and Leadership

• Provide clinical guidance, training, and direction to all Dawson faculty and staff as appropriate.

• Collaborate with the school's leadership team and building administrators regarding the operation of school health services.

• Participate in school committees, professional development, faculty meetings, and other school activities as appropriate.

• Serve as a resource to faculty and staff regarding student health and medical needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university.

• Current, unrestricted Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).

• Current or eligible Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Services Provider license/endorsement as a School Nurse, as applicable.

• Current CPR and First Aid certification from a nationally recognized provider.

• Minimum of one year of professional nursing experience, preferably in pediatric, school, community health, or public health nursing.

• Experience working with children and adolescents.

• Knowledge of student health needs, chronic health conditions, medication administration, emergency care, and health care planning.

• Knowledge of applicable Colorado school health, nursing, immunization, and public health requirements.

• Valid Colorado driver's license, if required for school-related travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a school nurse in a K–12 or independent school setting.

• CDE Certification to ensure experience with IEP/504 health accommodations, state immunization laws, and vision/hearing screenings.

• Pediatric / CPR Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) for Healthcare Providers and First Aid certification. Experience in pediatrics, emergency care, or public health.

• Experience supporting students with disabilities and complex medical needs.

• Experience developing and implementing individualized health care plans and emergency action plans.

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary student support teams.

• Experience with electronic medical records or student health information systems.

• Familiarity with Colorado school health regulations and independent school environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with students, families, faculty, administrators, and healthcare professionals.

• Ability to remain calm and effective during medical emergencies and other high-stress situations.

• Ability to protect confidential student and health information.

• Ability to advocate effectively for students with medical, physical, emotional, and developmental needs.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to educate and train individuals and groups with varying levels of health knowledge.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, electronic health records, and other technology used to support student health services.

• Commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environment for all students and families.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The physical demands described below represent the requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to stand and walk frequently throughout the school day.

• Ability to sit for periods of time while completing documentation and administrative responsibilities.

• Ability to use hands and fingers for computer work, medical equipment, documentation, and other tasks.

• Ability to reach with hands and arms and perform routine nursing activities.

• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and move as necessary to provide care to students.

• Ability to respond quickly to medical emergencies throughout the school campus.

• Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment and assist students as needed.

• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions.

• Ability to work effectively in an active school environment with frequent interruptions and multiple competing priorities.

• Ability to communicate clearly and hear sufficiently to interact with students, families, colleagues, and emergency personnel.

• Ability to use close and distance vision as necessary to perform essential job functions.

• The work environment is generally quiet to moderate but may become significantly more active during emergencies, student activities, and school events.

Job Opening: August 13, 2026

Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000

Employment Status:
Full-time, exempt position. This position follows the school's faculty calendar (August 1–May 31) and is generally scheduled for approximately 7 hours per day, typically from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch period. The position requires regular availability during the school day. Occasional additional hours may be required for emergencies, school events, professional development, meetings, or other school-related responsibilities. 

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter through the Dawson School website at www.dawsonschool.org.

1. Click on the menu at the top of the homepage.

2. Select About, then select Careers.

3. Scroll to the bottom of the page under Our Current Job Openings and select the K-12 School Nurse posting.

Please note that only online applications will be accepted.  No phone calls, please.

Dawson School Diversity Statement

Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity – into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

Applicant Acknowledgment and Certification

By submitting my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to verify any information it deems relevant to my employment application, including my employment history, educational background, credit history, and record of criminal convictions.

I understand that my former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may release information about me in response to inquiries from the employer. I further understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory reference checks and the successful completion of a criminal history check.

I acknowledge that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information, or omitting material facts in my application or during the interview process, may result in denial of employment or termination if already employed.

I also understand that I must provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization to work in the United States within three business days of my employment start date.

If employed, I understand that my employment will be on an at-will basis, meaning it is not guaranteed for any specific duration and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice.

The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal consideration to all applicants and employees based solely on job-related qualifications, in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.