School Nurse - Part time; daily - 9:00am-1:00pm

Newtown Public School District Newtown, CT 06470, US

Position Type: Student Support Services/School Nurse

Date Posted: 10/7/2026

Location: District

Date Available: Immediately

Closing Date: Until filled

For more information on this position, please read the full description document.

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