School-Based Occupational Therapist - Special Ed

Bellevue School District; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 142,000; Part time

Job summary

Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide services to students with motor disabilities across preschool through grade twelve in both special and regular education settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with school teams to support student learning and participation.

The position requires Washington State OT licensure, a valid ESA certificate, and a degree from an AOTA-approved program.

Qualifications

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate certificate endorsed as an Occupational Therapist.
• BS degree from an American Occupational Therapy Association approved program.
• Possess a valid license as an occupational therapist in Washington State.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and schedule caseload in cooperation with the school team.
• Adapt/modify equipment/materials for students with motor disabilities.
• Complete the special education compliance paperwork process as appropriate, including evaluation reports and IEPs.
• Participate in the referral and evaluation/reevaluation process to determine special education and related services for students that may be in need of special education (to include but not limited to supplementary aids, supports and accommodations, etc.).
• Adapt the professional role of the occupation/physical therapist to the public schools.
• Direct the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
• Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional development.
• Work cooperatively with regular education teachers, paraeducators, and other student services staff; including consulting, providing services in general education classrooms, and inclusion support.
• Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment through creating an environment of respect and rapport, managing student behavior and organizing a safe physical space for student learning.
• Use multiple student data elements to modify therapy or instruction and improve student learning. Design student programs, assessment and maintain accurate student records.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community through effective and ongoing communication.
• Participate in site-based decision-making processes.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Multi-age groups

Assessment

Professional development

Punctuality

Education

Washington State ESAs certificate

B.S. in Occupational Therapy (AOTA-approved program)

Washington State OT license

Job description

Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA seeks an Occupational Therapist to provide services to students with motor disabilities across preschool through grade twelve in both special and regular education settings. The role emphasizes collaboration with school teams to support student learning and participation.

The position requires Washington State OT licensure, a valid ESA certificate, and a degree from an AOTA-approved program.