Occupational Therapist (Special Education)

MARION CENTER; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Part time

Job summary

Willamette Education Service District in Salem, Oregon is seeking a part-time Occupational Therapist (Special Education) to join the district's Special Education Department. The role is 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) and based at the Marion Center, with duties aligned to the 190-day calendar and state licensing requirements.

Successful candidate must hold an Oregon OT license and meet credential expectations; salary will be placed on the Willamette ESD licensed salary schedule, prorated for start

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Skills

2+ years experience

Education

Postgraduate Certificate degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Special Education) part-time

Willamette ESD MARION CENTER - SALEM, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5633765

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 08, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 21, 2026

Job Description

VACANCY NOTICE

Occupational Therapist(Special Education) part-time

Opens:April 8, 2026

REVISED: July 14, 2026

Closes:Open until filled

General Information

Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for a part -time (24 hours per week)OccupationalTherapistposition. This position requires a license issued by the OregonOccupational Therapy Licensing Board. Successful candidate will work as a member of the Special Education Department a nd will follow a 190-day calendar. This position will be based at the Willamette ESD Marion Center in Salem, OR and will begin August 21, 2026.

Duties, Responsibilities & Qualifications

Please review the job description for specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position.

Salary and Benefits

• This is a part-time (0.6 FTE) licensed position represented by Willamette Valley Education Association. Placement on the Willamette ESD licensed salary schedule, $67,993-98,397*, will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, experience, and prorated according to start date. Salary and benefits shown are based upon full-time employment (1.0 FTE) for the entire school year contract period. *Salaries shown are based upon 2023-2026 Licensed bargaining agreement, and are subject to change based upon the outcome of new collective bargaining agreement.
• Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligibleemployees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligibleemployees. To view a summary of benefits, please clickhere .

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online athttps://willamette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
• Applicants must submit a completed application with a resume and a letter of introduction. Applications missing these items are considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Willamette Education Service District is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace community of equity, diversity and inclusion that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to creating conditions that provide respect, support and opportunity for all to thrive. The WESD values representation and recognizes that excellent candidates come from many different backgrounds. For more information about WESD’s non-discrimination policy, including contact information of staff designated to respond to questions of discrimination and the WESD’s discrimination complaint process and procedures, please visithttps://www.wesd.org/about/wesd-board-policies/non-discrimination-policy .

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director at 503-385-4752 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the ESD for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 or 711.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214/215.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $67,993 to $98,397 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > Occupational Therapist

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dana Pedersen , Program Coordinator - Special Education
• Email: [e-mail]

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