School-Based Occupational Therapist — Immediate Start

District Wide; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fowler Elementary District seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat students with physical/sensory needs, develop therapy plans, and deliver services to improve classroom participation.

Requirements include a Master’s in OT, AZ OT certificate, AZ driver’s license, IVP clearance, CPR/First Aid, and experience with diverse students. 9-month school calendar; salary negotiated by the Governing Board.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Arizona OT Certificate is required.
• Experience in educational settings preferred.
• Valid AZ Driver’s License and IVP Clearance required.
• CPR & First Aid certification from an accepted agency.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of OT evaluation and treatment for children and development.
• Familiarity with state/federal OT guidelines and district policies.
• Strong written/spoken English; Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in referring students and conduct assessments.
• Participate in Child Study Team and Child Find to develop IEPs with goals.
• Prepare evaluation/diagnostic reports and intervention plans.
• Provide individualized OT services as prescribed in IEPs.
• Attend multidisciplinary conferences and coordinate with staff.
• Identify/modify assistive devices to meet student needs.
• Instruct staff and families in OT strategies and equipment use.
• Consult on muscle strength, coordination, motor planning, and sensory processing.
• Use data to evaluate progress and adjust services.
• Provide progress reports to families and maintain documentation.
• Complete mandated district reports and maintain compliance.

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Arizona Occupational Therapist Certificate

Valid Arizona Driver’s License

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

CPR & First Aid Certification

Experience with diverse student populations

Knowledge of OT evaluation and treatment of children

Knowledge of child development

Knowledge of State and Federal guidelines re OT and students with disabilities

Knowledge of District policies and school requirements

Strong English language skills (reading/writing/grammar)

Spanish language knowledge (preferred)

Job description

Fowler Elementary District seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate and treat students with physical/sensory needs, develop therapy plans, and deliver services to improve classroom participation.

Requirements include a Master’s in OT, AZ OT certificate, AZ driver’s license, IVP clearance, CPR/First Aid, and experience with diverse students. 9-month school calendar; salary negotiated by the Governing Board.