Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Walker/Beacon High School; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Walker/Beacon High School in Watertown, MA is seeking a Part-Time Occupational Therapist to provide direct therapy services to students and consult with teachers, parents, and other professionals. The role involves diagnostic assessments, IEP-related testing, and mentorship of OT assistants.

Starting immediately, the candidate will work in a school setting with students who have various mental health, emotional, and learning needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Occupational Therapy Certification is required.
• Experience working with children with mental health, emotional, and learning disabilities is required.
• Master degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused Occupational Therapy interventions to students in 1:1 settings and/or small groups.
• Consult with teachers on OT needs of students with sensory needs and on ways of leading groups.
• Consult with parents directly and through clinical staff on OT difficulties of individual students.
• Provide in-service education to teachers, clinicians and milieu counselors on occupational therapy difficulties, diagnostics, and remediation.
• Conduct annual pre-testing and post-testing in OT development for students who have OT services on their IEP.
• Screen intake/admission materials to determine OT and sensory needs of incoming students.
• Provide formal and informal Occupational Therapy diagnostic assessment as requested and approved by LEAs and parent(s).
• Attend TEAM meetings, IEP meetings, and Clinical Conferences as needed.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy assistants/interns as directed by the Principal; support assistant/intern in determining schedule, preparing materials/activities/lessons, monitoring progress of students).
• Provide additional coverage to the school program as needed.
• Participate fully in in-service training programs and staff meetings.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900477
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Summary of position: The Occupational Therapist will provide direct therapy services to students with OT development impairments, consultation to teachers, parents and other professionals, and diagnostic services.

Education and Licensure

Required: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Certification

Experience

Required: Experience working with children with mental health, emotional, and learning disabilities

Preferred: 1 year experience

Essential functions:

• 1.Provide focused Occupational Therapy interventions to students in 1:1 settings and/or small groups.
• 2.Consult with teachers on OT needs of students with sensory needs and on ways of leading groups.
• 3.Consult with parents directly and through clinical staff on OT difficulties of individual students.
• 4.Provide in-service education to teachers, clinicians and milieu counselors on occupational therapy difficulties, diagnostics, and remediation.
• 5.Conduct annual pre-testing and post-testing in OT development for students who have OT services on their IEP.
• 8.Screen intake/admission materials to determine OT and sensory needs of incoming students.
• 9.Provide formal and informal Occupational Therapy diagnostic assessment as requested and approved by LEAs and parent(s).
• 10.Document client performance; write timely progress notes for Quarterly Progress reports.
• 11.Organize, monitor and maintain occupational therapy materials and testing supplies.
• 12.Write full assessment reports/sensory profile based on diagnostic results.
• 13.Attend TEAM meetings, IEP meetings, and Clinical Conferences as needed.
• 14.Supervise Occupational Therapy assistants/interns as directed by the Principal; support assistant/intern in determining schedule, preparing materials/activities/lessons, monitoring progress of students).
• 15.Provide additional coverage to the school program as needed.
• 16.Participate fully in in-service training programs and staff meetings.
• 17.All other duties, as assigned

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Welcome to Beacon High School

Walker is a network of facilities and professionals that provides world-class mental health services, state-of-the-art special education, expert professional training and consultation, and child welfare advocacy.Each year, Walker provides intensive services for hundreds of the most troubled children, youth and families. Walker’s multidisciplinary programs extend specialized therapeutic environments beyond our classrooms into family homes, public schools and community settings.Professionals and students from across the nation find rewarding professional development and training opportunities at Walker. As a center for innovation in child welfare, special education and children’s mental health, Walker has earned national and international recognition.Walker brings its mission to the world through professional dialogue and publication, and by providing leadership and advocacy on behalf of children, youth and families everywhere.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristina Murphy , HR Coordinator
• 1968 Central Avenue
• Needham, Massachusetts 02492
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]