Occupational Therapist

Sarasota; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

District Pupil Support Services in Florida is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support handicapped students within the school setting. The role requires coordinating evaluations, developing treatment plans, and delivering services under the instructional salary schedule.

The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families; supervision of therapy staff; and maintaining confidential student records in a multi-district environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Health Services.
• Licensed by the State of Florida.
• Certified by the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of students referred for ESE services.
• Plan and implement intervention and service delivery programs.
• Direct interventions essential to meeting targeted students’ needs.
• Provide information and consultative services to staff supporting students with disabilities.
• Communicate effectively with administrators, teachers, parents and community agencies.
• Establish schedules for meetings with students and parents; assist in rehabilitation techniques.
• Prepare required reports and maintain records; follow Board policies.

Skills

Screening & assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Budget & resource management

Supervising staff

Parent and staff communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Health Services

Job description

STATUS: UNTIL FILLED

POSTING DATE: 10/12/2026

VACANCY NUMBER: 20271140

LOCATION: PUPIL SUPPORT SVCS-ESE DIV - 0292

POSITION: Occupational Therapist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Pupil Support Services ESE Division
Hours Per Day: 7.5
Contract Months: 10
Days Posted: 5
Cutoff date for Internal qualified candidates to be guaranteed an interview: 10/16/2026
Posting Closing Time: 4:30 PM
Salary Schedules: Salary Schedules

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

SALARY SCHEDULE: INSTRUCTIONAL

COST CENTER: DISTRICT-WIDE

QUALIFICATIONS

• (1 ) Bachelor’s Degree / Master’s Degree in Health Services.
• (2 ) Licensed by the state of Florida.
• (3 ) Certified by the state of Florida

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of screening, assessment, treatment and documentation services. Knowledge of student eligibility guidelines. Knowledge of student exit criteria. Ability to manage budgets and resources, including appropriate assessment materials, treatment supplies and equipment. Ability to manage time to handle caseloads, schedule and conduct paraprofessional training. Ability to supervise certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and paraprofessionals. Skill in communication strategies for varied target groups, including parents and school personnel.

REPORTS TO

Director, Pupil Support Services

JOB GOAL

To facilitate the handicapped student’s independent functioning in the school setting.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• * (1) Conduct appropriate evaluation of students referred for possible exceptional student education needs and prepare reports of the evaluation and findings.
• * (2 ) Plan intervention and service delivery programs to meet student’s individual needs.
• * (3 ) Implement and direct interventions essential to meeting targeted students’ needs.
• * (4) Provide information and consultative services to appropriate personnel in support of students with disabilities.
• * (5) Provide effective verbal and written communications to administrators, teachers, parents and other community agencies.
• * (6) Establish schedules for meeting with students, conferencing with parents and assisting in rehabilitation techniques.
• * (7) Provide resources to all stakeholders involved in the evaluation, identification of student needs and rehabilitation of students.
• * (8) Adhere to ethical / professional standards and to the rules governing the program at federal, state and local levels.
• * (9) Requisition equipment, text and other resources .
• * (10) Inventory supplies and distribute to the appropriate staff .
• * (11) Attend workshops and seminars designed for professional growth .
• * (12) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities .
• * (13) Provide for a safe and secure workplace .
• * (14) Model and maintain high ethical standards .
• * (15) Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules .
• * (16) Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters .
• * (17) Maintain positive relationships with staff, students and parents .
• * (18) Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents .
• * (19) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events .
• * (20) Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner .
• * (21) Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records .
• * (22) Follow all School Board policies, rules and regulations .
• * (23) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member .
• * (24) Demonstrate support for the School District and its goals and priorities .
• (25) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Job Description Supplement No. 11

*Essential Performance Responsibilities