Occupational Therapist (Part-time)

Wakefield Public Schools; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Wakefield Public Schools in Wakefield, MA is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services four days per week. The role focuses on supporting students' participation, independence, and access through direct and consultative OT services under IEPs.

The successful candidate will have Massachusetts OT licensure, a degree in Occupational Therapy, and experience with pediatric populations or school settings, with knowledge of IDEA and IEP development.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Experience with pediatric populations and/or school settings preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA and IEP development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct OT services to students per IEPs via push-in and pull-out.
• Evaluate students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, and functional skills.
• Develop recommendations to support participation, independence, and access to the educational environment.
• Collaborate with special education staff, classroom teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and contribute to student goals and service recommendations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service logs, progress reports, and evaluation reports.
• Consult with school staff regarding sensory needs, fine motor skills, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications.

Skills

Massachusetts OT licensure

Pediatric school experience

IEP knowledge

Collaboration with educators

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Wakefield Public Schools Districtwide (Wakefield Public Schools) - Wakefield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Occupational Therapist (Part-time)

Job Details

Job ID: 5890561

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Schedule: 4 days per week

Location: Wakefield Public Schools

Reports To: Director of Special Education and Student Services

Position Summary

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide school-based occupational therapy services four days per week. The Occupational Therapist will provide services to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), supporting students' participation, independence, and access to the educational environment through both direct and consultative services. Services may be delivered through push-in (classroom-based) and pull-out settings based on student needs.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Experience working with pediatric populations and/or within a school setting preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, special education regulations, and IEP development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in accordance with their IEPs through both push-in and pull-out service delivery models.
• Evaluate students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, and functional skills and complete evaluations and re-evaluations as needed.
• Develop recommendations to support students' participation, independence, and access to the educational environment.
• Collaborate with special education staff, classroom teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families to implement effective interventions and accommodations.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and contribute to the development of student goals and service recommendations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service logs, progress reports, and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal special education regulations.
• Consult with school staff regarding sensory needs, fine motor skills, adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and strategies to support student success across educational settings.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $50,641 - $95,454

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,641 to $95,454 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Department Wakefield Public School
• 60 Farm Street
• Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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