Occupational Therapist Full time (2699)

Occupational Therapist Full time (2699) Rochester Community Schools Districtwide - Rochester, Michigan This job is also posted in Rochester Community Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5720072

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description May 18, 2026 We announce the following

SPECIAL EDUCATION

vacancy for the 2026-2027 school year in the Rochester Community Schools. Applications will be accepted until filled. Occupational Therapist 1.0 FTE (5 days per week) Districtwide

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors of Science Degree and Certificate in occupational therapy. License from state of Michigan to practice occupational therapy. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, staff, and parents. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

SALARY:

Per Rochester Education Association Master Agreement

JOB DESCRIPTION

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director of Special Education, Special Education Supervisor of Post-Secondary & Basic Programs

JOB GOAL

To evaluation students to determine their functional levels and identify special needs, and to plan and implement therapeutic activities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Works with school team in planning and implementing activities to assist students eligible for special education in benefiting from their educational experience. Evaluates students' educational needs and uses the findings to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Screens and evaluates students to determine special education eligibility and develop IEP's. Plans therapy intervention programs to support specific educational activities of students. Provides training to appropriate persons to carry out therapy goals in the school setting. Arranges for appropriate equipment, adaptation, fabrication, and repair; arranges for appropriate room set-up. Functions as a team member for METs and IEPs, and maintains contact with school, family, medical personnel, and other appropriate agencies. Problem solves to meet student's ever-changing needs. Establishes and maintains appropriate records, reports, and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrators.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application through the link below. If you are an internal candidate, please log in to submit your application. https://rochester.schoolspring.com/

Adopted:

4/1/97

Reviewed:

5/15/2023 ROCHESTER

COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Notice of Nondiscrimination - Rochester Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, familial status, arrest record or physical and mental disabilities in accordance with the Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) MCL 37.2206, Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWCRA), MCL 37.1206, Title II, Title VI, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8U.S.C., Section 1324A Et. Seq.) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In addition, individuals will not be excluded from, or be denied, the benefits of participation in any program or activity for which the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District is responsible on the basis of such characteristics. Rochester Community Schools has designated the following individuals as Compliance Coordinators at 52585 Dequindre Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Title II and Section 504 -

Students:

Pasquale Cusumano, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary and Adult Education, (248) 726-3131; Equal Employment Opportunity/Section 504 for non-students: David Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, (248)726-3118

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required