Occupational Therapist (2026-2027 School Year)

GREENWOOD 50 SCHOOL DISTRICT; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GREENWOOD 50 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves implementing IEP goals, training staff, and evaluating students in a supportive school environment. Candidates must hold a valid South Carolina OT license. The position spans 190 days, offering daily hours consistent with the teacher salary schedule. Additionally, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) may be considered based on staffing availability.

Qualifications

• Ability to implement IEP goals and provide training in a school setting.
• License from the State of South Carolina to practice OT.
• Experience in screening and evaluation for IEP development.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy goals to meet IEP standards.
• Train staff on therapy goals for student success.
• Maintain communication with families and agencies.
• Evaluate students for therapy needs.

Education

Occupational Therapist-Registered, Licensed, or OTR/L

Job description

2026-2027 School Year

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other Duties May Be Assigned.

• Implementation to meet the IEP goals; Program planning and management.
• Provide training to the appropriate persons to carry over therapy goals in the school setting.
• Equipment/room maintenance.
• Program services include: self help, functional mobility, environmental adaptations/adaptive equipment, positioning, motor functions, sensory processing, provocation/vocational skills.
• Function as a liaison and maintains contact with school, family, physicians and agencies.
• Screening, evaluation, and reassessment to develop IEP.
• Formulate OT policies and procedures.
• Schedule students for evaluation and treatment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Occupational Therapist-Registered, Licensed, or OTR/L

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

License from the State of South Carolina to practice OT

DAYS/SALARY

190 Days / 7.5 hours per day / Teacher Salary Schedule

COTA POSSIBILITY

If sufficient OT/R staffing is available to provide supervision, a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) may also be considered for this position. Duties and responsibilities would be in alignment with COTA guidelines and supervision would be provided on site. A COTA position would be 190 Days/ 7.5 hours per day/Classified Salary Schedule.

EOE/AA

Equal Opportunity Employer/affirmative action.