ESY Occupational Therapist Pre-K - 12th Grade-(SUM26)

Scituate Public School District; Scituate (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Scituate Public School District is seeking two ESY Occupational Therapists for Summer 2026 to support Pre-K through 12th grade students. The OT will focus on fine motor and sensory goals and provide direct instruction to students with disabilities.

Responsibilities include planning evidence-based interventions, adapting materials, collecting progress data, communicating with parents and staff, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Massachusetts license as an Occupational Therapist required.
• Minimum of two years' successful experience as an OT.
• Expertise with specially designed instruction in occupational therapy.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement evidence-based interventions for individual students or groups based on needs.
• Adapt materials to help students access the curriculum.
• Address IEP goals in fine motor and sensory skills.
• Collect data and monitor progress; adjust instruction accordingly.
• Communicate with parents and school staff as needed.
• Take attendance for each class or session.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Educational OT in schools

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

ESY Occupational Therapist Pre-K - 12th Grade-(SUM26)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5516990
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Feb 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

There are 2 available ESY Occupational Therapist positions:

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Special Education ESY Occupational Therapist’s primary responsibility is to work with students on their IEP fine motor and sensory goals in order to prevent substantial regression and promote student achievement. The OT provides direct instruction and instructional support to students with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL DUITES & RESPONSIILITIES:

• Plan and implement evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and/or groups of students based on their individual needs.
• Adapt materials to assist students with disabilities to access the curriculum.
• Implement instruction and interventions to work on students’ IEP goals in the area of fine motor and sensory skills
• Make data-driven instructional decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Collect data on student performance to improve student outcomes and direct instruction.
• Monitor student progress and complete a progress report for each student..
• Communicate with parents and other appropriate school personnel if needed.
• Take student attendance for each class or session.
• Adhere to established rules, regulations, laws and appropriate ethical standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee.

QUALIFICATIONS-REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Massachusetts license as an Occupational Therapist
• A minimum of two years' successful experience as an OT
• Expertise with specially designed instruction in the field of occupational therapy
• Knowledge of the requirements of state and federal regulations
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS-PREFERRED:

• Master's Degree
• A minimum of two years' successful experience as an OT in a public school setting at the assigned level

Part-time, Summer 2026, Pay is $53.87 per hour

The Scituate Public Schools have a commitment to maintaining an educational environment and workplace that establishes programs and support mechanisms to recruit and retain staff and ensure appropriate staffing levels that meet the needs of all students through a highly qualified and diverse workforce. Candidates who have a strong commitment to active antiracism are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Bigotry and intolerance, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, homeless status or disability are not tolerated and where any form of intimidation, threat, coercion and/or harassment that insults the dignity of others and interferes with their freedom to learn or work is unacceptable.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > Occupational Therapist

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Michele Boebert , Director of Special Education
• Central Office (District)
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]