Dynamic School-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead evaluation, planning and delivery of school-based therapy for students with OT needs.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, MO OT license, and NBCOT eligibility. Travel district-wide with a valid driver’s license; expected to lift up to 25 pounds and support IEP goals through individualized programming.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited program.
• NBCOT board certification or eligibility.
• Current Missouri OT license required.
• Two years of pediatric or school OT experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and daily access to a vehicle for district travel.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds and transfer/position students during therapy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other disciplines to ensure team understanding of student occupational performance strengths and needs; evaluation, educational planning, and service delivery.
• Evaluates student ability and develops occupational profiles using functional assessments, observations and interviews.
• Synthesizes evaluation results into written reports to guide program development and intervention.
• Develops intervention plans based on student needs and evaluation results.
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to review results and develop IEP and intervention plans.
• Provides targeted, evidence-based therapy to facilitate student participation and performance at school.
• Consults with school-based team to achieve student outcomes.
• Monitors and reassesses intervention effects to determine continuation or modification.
• Maintains records and manages equipment inventory for budget planning.
• Adheres to state and federal laws and district policies governing OT practice.

Skills

NBCOT certification

Missouri OT license

Driver's license

Lifting capability

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Independence School District is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead evaluation, planning and delivery of school-based therapy for students with OT needs.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, MO OT license, and NBCOT eligibility. Travel district-wide with a valid driver’s license; expected to lift up to 25 pounds and support IEP goals through individualized programming.