Occupational Therapist (Part-time)

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

Job summary

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide school-based services four days per week. The role supports students with disabilities through IEP-driven direct and consultative services in push-in and pull-out settings.

Responsibilities include evaluating motor and sensory skills, developing participation-focused recommendations, and collaborating with educators and families. Strong knowledge of IDEA and IEP processes preferred.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Degree in OT from an accredited program (BS, MS, or DPT).
• Experience with pediatric populations or school-based settings preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, special education regulations, and IEP development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct OT services to students per their IEPs using push-in and pull-out models.
• Evaluate students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, and functional skills and conduct evaluations as needed.
• Develop recommendations to support participation, independence, and access to education.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families on interventions and accommodations.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and contribute to goals and service recommendations.
• Maintain documentation and progress reports in line with SPED regulations.
• Consult with staff on sensory needs, fine motor skills, and environmental modifications.

Skills

Pediatric experience

School-based collaboration

IEP knowledge

Education

Massachusetts OT licensure

OT degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate)

Job description

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Occupational Therapist (Part-time)

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

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

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]