Occupational Therapist

Sylvania; Berlin Township (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ionia County Intermediate School District is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our team. The OT will evaluate students' development and therapy needs within school-based IEP recommendations and provide high-quality sessions.

The role requires a Bachelor's or advanced OT degree, valid Michigan LARA license, and knowledge of special education programming. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration with students, families, staff and the community.

Qualifications

• OT degree from a certified program.
• Michigan LARA OT license required.
• Knowledge of school-based special education and OT delivery.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students' development across motor, sensory, and daily living domains per IEP.
• Provide high-quality occupational therapy sessions aligned with IEP recommendations.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and staff to support student progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Come Join Our Team!

Position: Occupational Therapist

Salary Range: $50,133 - $94,040; based on the IIEA Master Agreement

Affiliation: Ionia Intermediate Education Association (IIEA)

Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of Special Education

Date Posted: September 16, 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Application Deadline: Until Filled

About The Role

The Occupational Therapist will have the ability to accurately evaluate students' performance capacities and deficits relative to development, sensory motor, gross motor, fine motor, activities of daily living, muscle strength, range of motion, postural reflexes and needs for adaptive equipment in those areas determined by the therapist to be appropriate. This role will also provide high quality therapy sessions consistent with IEP recommendations.

Qualifications Desired

• Bachelors or advanced degree from a certified school of Occupational Therapy


• Valid State of Michigan LARA license as an Occupational Therapist


• Knowledge of special education programming, and of the approach, methodology, and techniques for delivering OT in the school setting


• Interpersonal skills which promote positive personal relationships with students, parents, staff and community is required

About Us

The staff, administration and Board of Education of the Ionia County Intermediate School District are dedicated to collaborating:

• With students, parents, and district residents,


• With local and other intermediate districts, and


• With community partners and state agencies,

to provide quality services and exemplary leadership in support of superior teaching and learning throughout the District.

Why Join Ionia County ISD

• Collaborative and supportive environment


• Opportunities for personal and career growth


• Impactful work


• Competitive Compensation

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Ionia County Intermediate School District and its Board of Education shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, disability, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Ionia County Intermediate School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer