Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist

Portland Public Schools, Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 5,373,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Portland Public Schools seeks a licensed Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist to provide services to students at Amanda C. Rowe Elementary School. The OT will assess plans, implement services, and consult with parents and team members.

Exact dates of coverage are unknown; it may extend through the remainder of the 26-27 school year. Schedule is School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE) with benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Current licensure eligible in Maine and license to practice occupational therapy in school settings.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Desirable knowledge of educational-based therapy, pediatrics, and sensory integration.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate children to determine needs for occupational therapy.
• Identify OT goals for students needing services.
• Provide school-based OT interventions to support learning and participation.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Human relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Portland Public Schools

Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist - Rowe Elementary JobID: 5679

• Position Type: STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES/ OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
• Date Posted: 9/2/2026
• Location: Student Support & Special Education
• Date Available: ASAP
• Location: Student Support & Special Education

TITLE: Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist - Rowe Elementary

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Portland Public Schools seeks a licensed Long-Term Substitute Occupational Therapist to provide occupational therapy services to students at Amanda C. Rowe Elementary School. The Occupational Therapist assesses plans and implements occupational therapy services for PPS students and provides consultation to parents and team members.

** Exact dates of coverage are unknown, but the position may extend through the remainder of the 26-27 school year. **

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screens and evaluates children to determine needs for occupational therapy
• Identifies occupational therapy goals for the students in school who need the attention
• Provides occupational therapy interventions that enable children with disabilities to benefit from special education and to participate in the natural/general education environment
• Provides consultation to team members on reinforcement of strategies and use of assistive devices for accessing the curriculum and activities of daily living
• Maintains communication with parents to discuss progress on goals and provide activities for home to reinforce skills
• Completes required documentation including evaluations, progress notes, service logs, quarterly progress reports and other reports as needed, in a timely manner
• Participates in staff meetings and professional development activities
• Participates in team meetings, and parent conferences
• Supervises service provided by occupational therapy students and occupational therapy assistants
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of the field of occupational therapy, child development, educational disabilities, and legal regulations regarding early intervention and special education
• Ability to apply skills to school-based therapy by relating intervention programs to curricular outcomes
• Ability to provide early intervention services in the home
• Effective oral and written communication skills, human relations skills, and time management

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of educational-based therapy, pediatrics, and sensory integration are desirable

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current licensure from the Maine State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice
• Stooping, bending, and standing for extended periods
• May require lifting and transfers to use assistive devices and equipment

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment: Temporary, starting ASAP (exact dates of coverage unknown, but possibly through the remainder of the 26-27 school year)
• Reports to: School Principal & Leaders of Special Education / Student Support Department
• Wage: $37.25 per hour
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

ABOUT ROWE:

Located in beautiful Portland, ME, Amanda C. Rowe elementary is a vibrant Pre‑K through 5th grade school serving approximately 475 students. Our incredible staff and students make Rowe a truly special place to learn and grow. Housed in a beautiful, modern facility built in 2018, we provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is supported on their educational journey.

We are proud to be a diverse learning community, with approximately 21% of our students identifying as multilingual learners. Our robust ESOL team works collaboratively to ensure all students are engaged and successful. Around 20% of our students access special education services, and Rowe is home to the district's specialized Breathe Program, which supports students with behavioral and social‑emotional needs in meeting their goals at school. Our dedicated special education team and support staff are truly exceptional, providing compassionate, individualized support that helps every student thrive.

At Rowe, we believe deeply in equity, inclusion, and educating the whole child - academically, socially, and emotionally.

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