Extended School Year Occupational Therapist

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist for the Extended School Year program in Chelmsford, MA. The OT will travel between Center Elementary School and Chelmsford High School, providing ESY services 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, July 6 to August 6, 2026.

Responsibilities include delivering OT services to prevent regression, developing lessons aligned with IEP objectives, and documenting progress with end-of-session ESY summaries.

Qualifications

• Certification as an OTR or COTA is required.
• A degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Citizenship, residency or work authorization in the United States is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate OT services to students identified for ESY.
• Work with pre-K to high school students to prevent regression of skills.
• Prepare and instruct lessons based on IEP objectives.
• Monitor progress and write ESY summaries of performance at session end.

Education

OTR or COTA certification

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Extended School Year Occupational Therapist

Chelmsford Public Schools Extended School Year - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5593769

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

Job Description

Part-time: Summer 2026 Extended Year Special Education Program Occupational Therapist

Program dates: July 6 - August 6, 2026

Program hours: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Mondays - Thursdays (no programming on Fridays)

Locations: Center Elementary School & Chelmsford High School (Candidate will travel between schools)

Actual service hours are based on the number of students requiring OT and their needs. Assistance provided with OT schedule as needed.

General Description: The occupational therapist will provide appropriate OT services for pre-K, elementary, middle, and/or high school students as assigned. The OT will work with students identified as requiring ESY services to prevent regression of previously learned skills.

Prepare & instruct lessons based on IEP objectives to prevent regression of skills.

Monitor student progress to maintain skills from IEP goals and write ESY summaries of performance at the end of the session.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $40 to $40 Per Hour

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• - Certification as an OTR or COTA
• - Appropriate degree
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required