Occupational Therapist

Young World Physical Education; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Occupational Therapist Salary Schedule

Job summary

A regional school district in North Carolina is seeking a Licensed Occupational Therapist to provide vital therapy addressing sensory and motor development in students aged 3-21. The role involves helping special education students thrive within educational environments. Candidates must hold a valid Occupational Therapist license and have completed supervised fieldwork. This position offers comprehensive benefits and operates on a full-time basis with specific salary range adjustments.

Qualifications

• Be a currently licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) in the state of North Carolina.
• Satisfactory completion of 6-9 months of supervised clinical fieldwork.
• Successful completion of the National Certification Examination administered by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to improve sensory, motor, postural, and emotional development.
• Assist students in performing self-help skills and tasks in educational settings.
• Collaborate with Special Services Department to support Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Skills

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Supervised clinical fieldwork

National Certification Examination

Education

Graduation from an accredited educational program

Job description

Position Information

• Position Type: Licensed EC/ Occupational Therapist
• Date Posted: 2/19/2026
• Location: Special Services Department
• Date Available: 03/09/2026
• Closing Date: 03/05/2026

Benefits and Compensation

Hours per Day: 8 hours

Months of Employment: 10

Position Type: Continuing

Level of Benefits: Full benefits

Pay Range: Occupational Therapist Salary Schedule + 10.5% - 18% local supplement + 1.5% - 4.5% longevity

Position Purpose

Occupational Therapy is a service provided by a licensed Occupational Therapist to address the functional needs of an individual as they relate to sensory, motor, postural or emotional development, adaptive behavior and play, and the performance of self-help skills. These services are designed to improve, restore or maintain the individual's functional ability to perform tasks in educational settings. In an educational setting, occupational therapy services are provided to enable identified special education students ages 3-21 to benefit from special education or regular education in the least restrictive environment.

Minimum Degree Level and Licensure Requirements

Be a currently licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) in the state of North Carolina. Requirements for licensure include:

1. Graduation from an accredited educational program;
2. Satisfactory completion of 6-9 months of supervised clinical fieldwork;
3. Successful completion of the National Certification Examination administered by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board;