School-Based Occupational Therapist: Elevate Student Access

Special Education and Exceptional Learners; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke City School District Special Education in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based therapy across multiple schools, assess students, develop IEP‑aligned plans, and support educational access. The role requires ACOTE‑accredited OT education, Virginia licensure, and NBCOT certification, plus experience in a school setting.

You will collaborate with teachers, OT assistants, families, and IEP teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an OT program ACOTE-accredited and eligible for Virginia licensure.
• National Certification (NBCOT) required or in process.
• Experience in school-based settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, collaborate and schedule OT services across assigned schools.
• Perform OT evaluations and develop reports based on results.
• Provide direct intervention or consultative OT services.
• IEP meetings preparation and documentation maintenance.
• Supervise OT Assistant (COTA) staff at schools.
• Collaborate with educational teams to set OT goals.

Skills

School-based practice

Therapy for special needs

Oral presentations

Written reports

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

ACOTE-accredited OT program

NBCOT certification

Virginia OT licensure

School-based experience preferred

Job description

Roanoke City School District Special Education in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide school-based therapy across multiple schools, assess students, develop IEP‑aligned plans, and support educational access. The role requires ACOTE‑accredited OT education, Virginia licensure, and NBCOT certification, plus experience in a school setting.

You will collaborate with teachers, OT assistants, families, and IEP teams.