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Long-Term Substitute:

Occupational Therapist

Attleboro Public Schools

Early Learning Center - Attleboro, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Attleboro Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5948450

Application Deadline:

Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

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.

Long-Term Substitute:

Occupational Therapist

Thacher (0.8) and ELC (0.2)

Dates:

ASAP-November 2, 2026 (may be extended)

Salary:

$55.00 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy (Doctorate if required)

Massachusetts State License as Occupational Therapist

Current Certification by The National Board for Certification In Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Exceptions to the above qualifications shall be made as the Superintendent deems appropriate and acceptable.

SUPERVISES

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

JOB GOAL/PURPOSE

Identifies and provides supports and services to address a

multitude of sensory, cognitive, motor, health and well-being needs that impact school function, community integration, continued education and transitions toward employment.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and/or Director of Special Education

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Addresses the needs of diverse learners in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Supports all students in accordance with the Massachusetts Multi-Tiered Systems

of Supports

Evaluates a student's ability through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, and interviews and provides a written report of testing results

Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrates findings with other disciplines, provides recommendations using a team approach, and develops Individual Education Programs (IEPs)

Provides targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation and occupational performance within the school environment as outlined in the student's IEP

Adapts and modifies the environment including use of assistive technology and training staff to meet individual needs and to help students function as independently as possible

Educates student, educational personnel, and family to facilitate skills in areas of occupation as well as health maintenance and safety

Collaborates with educational teams to achieve student outcomes.

Collects and analyzes data to document services to ensure accountability and to meet standards for reimbursement of services as appropriate including Medicaid billing

Monitors and reassess the effects of occupational therapy intervention and the need to continue, modify, or discontinue intervention. Provides written report of progress for all students with each report card. Participates in annual reviews of each students' IEP

Involvement at the community, system, building and student levels for school-wide initiatives such as social emotional learning, Universal Design, health and wellness, assistive technology and program development

Assists students in preparing for successful transition into appropriate post-high school employment, independent living, and/or further education

Uses professional literature, evidence based research, and continuing education to ensure practice is consistent with best practice and to meet licensure requirements

Adheres to the professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide ethical decision making in practice

Performs other responsibilities as deemed appropriate and assigned by a supervisor and/or designee

Additional:

1. Safety Care trained preferred

2. Experience with students with behavioral and social emotional needs.

3. Experience with school age students preferred.

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

- Click the Internal link in the upper right section of the page or log in as Internal.

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:

Part-Time

Salary:

$55 to $55 Per Hour