Job Description
Job Title: Occupational Therapist - School-Based
Location: Marysville, WA
Contract Duration: 12 Months (24-25 school year)
Hours/Shift: 8 am - 4 pm, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week, 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Onsite Requirement: 100% Onsite (not hybrid/remote)
Job Description/Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement occupational therapy programs that help students develop motor, perceptual, and self-help skills, meeting individual needs, interests, and abilities.
- Collaborate in the development and implementation of the district's instructional program related to occupational therapy.
- Guide the learning process to achieve Individual Educational Program (IEP) goals.
- Manage therapy programs that reflect the students’ needs, ensuring progress tracking and documentation.
- Regularly assess students' therapeutic progress and participate in IEP meetings when requested.
- Prescribe effective programs or initiate referrals to appropriate personnel, providing progress reports as needed.
- Maintain communication with students, parents, and staff about occupational therapy programs and progress.
- Request and manage instructional materials and equipment as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Valid Washington Occupational Therapist, K-12 License.
- Valid Washington State Board License in Occupational Therapy.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, preferably in a school or pediatric setting.
- Must be comfortable working with elementary school students.
Preferred:
- Open to new graduates or new teachers.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Weekly Pay
- Licensure and CEU Reimbursement
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Contract work, Shift work, Monday to Friday,