Occupational Therapist

Position Title
Occupational Therapist
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
As per contract
Job Description
Position
Occupational Therapist - 10-month position
Posting Date
May 4, 2026
Starting Date
June 1, 2026
Application Due Date
May 14, 2026
Qualifications
Licensed and currently registered or eligible for licensure and registration by the New York State Education Department as an Occupational Therapist. Possession of a license and registration by the New York State Education Department as an Occupational Therapist at the time of appointment. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of occupational therapy; good knowledge of the operation and minor maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in occupational therapy; good knowledge of community resources available to support or supplement the occupational therapy program; ability to evaluate, plan and execute treatments for patients; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Job Goal Occupational therapy within the educational environment is directed toward providing services to allow the student with a physical disability to participate on and benefit from the least restrictive educational program. To fulfill the Mission of the District and the school assigned
Reports to
Building Principal Responsibilities
Provides screening for students suspected of having a physically or fine motor related disability. Provides evaluations for referred students in conjunction with multidisciplinary assessment team. Assesses developmental levels, range of motion, muscle strength, sensory integration, daily living skills, needs and uses of adaptive equipment. Compiles reports and maintains records. Obtains current prescription for therapy from physician. Provides occupational therapy as a related service to students recommended by the Committee on Special Education (CSE). Provides consultation regarding students' needs to teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, administrators, and physicians. Serves as liaison between school, medical, and other appropriate community agencies. Prepares annual IEP goals and objectives for students and attends CSE and staff meetings as requested. Works cooperatively with school personnel, students, and the community. Fabricates and applies hand splints, trains students in the use of adaptive assistive devices and/or self-help techniques to achieve maximum independence. Participates and assists in the development of educational programs and instructs in-service education programs. Performs any other assigned duties and/or responsibilities which may be deemed appropriate by the Building Principal, Director of Special Education, Superintendent or the Board of Education. Other
Performs related duties as required or assigned
Evaluation
Performance of the job will be evaluated annually by the Director of Special Programs in accordance with Board of Education policy. Terms of Employment
In accordance with the terms and conditions set by the Board of Education
Application Procedure
Please complete the online application.
Please refer to above Required Application Type to complete before applying.
Job Category
Teacher
Job Location
District Wide