School-Based Occupational Therapist: Pediatric Impact

Carlsbad Municipal Schools; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlsbad Municipal Schools is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to lead the district's therapy program for students with disabilities. You will develop individualized programming focused on activities of daily living, participation in school activities, and transition planning, collaborating with teachers and staff.

You will screen and evaluate students, provide evidence-based interventions, document services, and supervise assistants, while staying current with FERPA, state laws,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and NBCOT-recognized program completion.
• State licensure as an Occupational Therapist in good standing.
• Experience delivering educational or pediatric occupational therapy services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the district's occupational therapy program within schools.
• Screen, evaluate, and monitor students to plan educational and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with staff to align student goals with IEPs and school objectives.
• Document services and maintain records per policies and laws.

Skills

Occupational therapy knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Assessment tools

Professional growth

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

NBCOT-accredited program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Carlsbad Municipal Schools is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to lead the district's therapy program for students with disabilities. You will develop individualized programming focused on activities of daily living, participation in school activities, and transition planning, collaborating with teachers and staff.

You will screen and evaluate students, provide evidence-based interventions, document services, and supervise assistants, while staying current with FERPA, state laws,