School-Based Occupational Therapist for Pediatric Therapy

Maricopa Unified School District #20; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Exceptional Student Services program in Maricopa, AZ. The role involves screening, evaluating and delivering educationally relevant therapy to students, with collaboration on IEP goals and regular documentation.

Position is Exempt, 190-day contract with a starting date to be determined. Arizona licensure is required or preferred (AOTA). Salary listed as $65,634 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Arizona State Board license and AOTA certification preferred.
• One year pediatric therapy experience or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Screen and evaluate students’ motor and self-help skills.
• Participate in team meetings to determine eligibility for services.
• Communicate results to staff, parents and students.
• Evaluate using standardized tests and observations in motor skills.
• Collaborate on IEP goals and objectives with teachers and parents.
• Document daily therapy activities and data.
• Fabricate and order adaptive equipment as needed.

Skills

Policy knowledge

OT for children

Laws & regs

First aid

MS Office Suite

Screening

Program design

Communication

Confidentiality

Team relationships

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Occupational Therapy

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Maricopa Unified School District #20 is seeking an Occupational Therapist for the Exceptional Student Services program in Maricopa, AZ. The role involves screening, evaluating and delivering educationally relevant therapy to students, with collaboration on IEP goals and regular documentation.

Position is Exempt, 190-day contract with a starting date to be determined. Arizona licensure is required or preferred (AOTA). Salary listed as $65,634 per year.