Occupational Therapist - $32, 000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

Young World Physical Education; Upper Lake (CA); On-site; USD 93,111 - 128,887; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Moving Bonus

Evaluation-based bonuses over three years

Job summary

A public school district in Upper Lake, California is looking for a full-time Occupational Therapist to provide therapy assessments and services to students. The chosen candidate will collaborate with district staff and parents, ensuring IEP compliance and integrating therapy strategies into classrooms. A $32,000 sign-on bonus and moving assistance are included. Starting date is to be determined, and the role emphasizes training and support for staff.

Qualifications

• Must have appropriate licensing.
• Experience in occupational therapy assessments and services.
• Ability to consult with District staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments and services to students.
• Assist in program development for integrating therapy strategies into classrooms.
• Provide in-service training to District staff.

Skills

Occupational therapy assessments

Consultation skills

Program development

In-service training

Education

Appropriate Licensing

Job description

Occupational Therapist - $32,000 Sign-On Bonus

Upper Lake Unified School District - Upper Lake, California

Job Details

Job ID: 5550799

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 23, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $93,111 to $128,887 Per Year

Job Description

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel Services/Director of Special Education or designee, the Occupational Therapist provides students with occupational therapy assessments and services: provides assessment(s), consultation of District staff and parents in identifying students for occupational therapy intervention and provide services according to Individualized Education Plans (IEP); assists in program development to incorporate occupational therapy strategies into classrooms; provides in-service to District staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Certificate/Materials Required

• Letter of Introduction
• Resume
• Three Current Professional Letters of Recommendation
• Appropriate Licensing

Compensation & Benefits

Applicants must have appropriate licensing. $32,000 Sign-On Bonus (certain conditions apply) paid as follows: $4,000 with a signed contract; $7,000.00 at the successful conclusion of year one (1) with a positive evaluation; $8,000.00 at the successful conclusion of year two (2) with a positive evaluation; and $10,000.00 at the successful conclusion of year three (3) with a positive evaluation. $3,000.00 Moving Bonus (if the distance moved is greater than 75 miles from Upper Lake Unified School District - Payable upon moving). Qualified candidates will be contacted for immediate interviews.

EEO Statement

Upper Lake Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of a persons race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michael Kauble
• 750 Old Lucerne Road
• Upper Lake, California 95485
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]