Occupational Therapist - Local Districts Hartford/Bangor

Special Services; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren Intermediate School District SPECIAL SERVICES in Lawrence, Michigan is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support students across local districts Hartford and Bangor. The position involves evaluating students, participating in educational planning, and delivering therapy services under the IEP.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in occupational therapy and Michigan OT registration or eligibility. Previous experience with assistive technology needs and ASD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy required.
• Michigan Registered Occupational Therapist or eligible for registration required.
• Experience with students needing assistive technology support and ASD preferred.
• Knowledge of normal childhood development and developmental assessment.

Responsibilities

• Complete a comprehensive evaluation of students in response to a special education referral.
• Participate in educational planning.
• Provide services to special education students as assigned on the IEP.
• Communicate with parents, staff, agencies and others; document actions and referrals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy

Michigan Registered Occupational Therapist or eligible for registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Local Districts Hartford/Bangor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5864302
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 31, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To:

Regional Supervisor

Job Goal(s):

The primary job goal of the Occupational Therapist, in the educational system, is to support special education students and their teachers to maximize the student’s ability to participate successfully in the academic/school experience.

Location of Work:

Local Districts - Hartford (3) & Bangor (2)

Special Services Building

701 South Paw Paw Street

Lawrence, MI 49064

Minimum Qualifications: Education :

Bachelors degree in occupational therapy required Certification :

Michigan Registered Occupational Therapist or eligible for registration required

Work Experience :

Previous experience in the area of occupational therapy and experience working with students with needs requiring assistive technology support and those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is preferred
Skills:

• Knowledge of normal childhood development
• Knowledge of developmental assessment
• Knowledge of therapy techniques applied to disabilities
• Possess clinical observation skills
• Ability to communicate assessment findings to pertinent staff
• Ability to use computer is helpful

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete a comprehensive evaluation of students in response to a special education referral.
• Participate in educational planning.
• Provide services to special education students as assigned on the IEP.
• Effectively communicate, consult, and team with parents, staff, agencies, and others.
• Perform appropriate action/report in response to referrals of special education students.
• Keep local schools informed of the status of referrals and services.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed upon or established time lines.
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and duties as assigned by the Special Education Supervisor.
• Valid driver's license required.

Terms of Employment : As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Position is open until filled.

Position Type: Regular

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]