Impactful Pediatric Occupational Therapist (Special Ed)

Educational Service District 112; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Educational Service District 112 in Vancouver, WA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop and coordinate a comprehensive therapy program for students with a range of disabilities.

The role includes direct service, assessments, collaboration with educators and families, supervision of support staff, and ensuring IEP/IFSP goals are met during the 2026-2027 school year under a 0.54 FTE, 100-day contract.

Qualifications

• Hold or eligible to hold a valid Washington State ESA occupational therapist certificate.
• Hold or eligible to hold a valid Washington State license to practice occupational therapy.
• Experience working in a special education public school setting or with pediatric populations.
• Experience interpreting state and federal special education law.

Responsibilities

• Provide education and support to teachers, classroom staff, parents and other care givers about occupational therapy services.
• Develop, implement and coordinate an occupational therapy program for children with disabilities consistent with the IEP/IFSP goals.
• Conduct occupational therapy assessments. Review assessment finds with parents and the education team.
• Provide direct service to children.
• Monitor ongoing treatment records. Evaluate and report on children's progress.
• Advise, instruct and assist education staff to implement occupational therapy plans.
• Supervise, train and evaluate certified occupational therapy assistants and paraeducators.
• Facilitate the procurement, fabrication, modification and adjustment of adaptive equipment/assistive technology for occupational therapy services.
• Serve as a member of the education team to help address the needs of children.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

ESA OT certificate

OT license

Job description

Educational Service District 112 in Vancouver, WA is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop and coordinate a comprehensive therapy program for students with a range of disabilities.

The role includes direct service, assessments, collaboration with educators and families, supervision of support staff, and ensuring IEP/IFSP goals are met during the 2026-2027 school year under a 0.54 FTE, 100-day contract.