School-Based OT Specialist: Help Students Thrive

York County School Division; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

York County School Division is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop, implement, and coordinate school-based therapy for students with disabilities.

The role requires a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, Virginia licensure, and eligibility for an NPI. Travel between multiple sites is expected, with duties across evaluation, service delivery, and documentation to support student access to education.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Appropriate license as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Health Professions.
• Experience as an Occupational Therapist, school-based or pediatrics preferred.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a National Provider Identification (NPI) number prior to employment.
• Possession of a valid Virginia Driver's License and use of a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of interdisciplinary teams (Child Study, Eligibility, 504, and/or IEP) to support participation and achievement for students with disabilities in accordance with their IEP or program initiatives.
• Assess students using appropriate evaluation tools including standardized tests, clinical observations, and review of medical and educational reports and interpret those findings for the educational team.
• Implement and deliver mandated occupational therapy services and/or accommodations aligned with evidence-based practices, student/staff needs, and IEPs/504s.
• Identify, acquire and support use of accommodations or equipment necessary to facilitate student access to curriculum and learning environment(s).
• Assist with modification of school tasks and activities to accommodate the needs of students.
• Document and maintain essential records as required including progress reports and session documentation notes. Follow guidelines for Medicaid billing.
• Submit records, reports and assignments promptly and efficiently.
• Establish and monitor caseload, procedures, and resources to manage school-based occupational therapy services.
• Travel between locations where students require services.
• Support and implement district policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative directives.
• Choose activities to improve student performance in skill areas (e.g., fine motor, self-care, sensory processing, executive functioning).
• Use resources, clinical reasoning, and professional judgment to support students, and collaborate with staff to promote a positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.
• Provide training and ongoing coaching to educational teams and support staff to promote collaborative and safe practices related to proper use of equipment.
• Request/order supplies and equipment in conjunction with other therapists and classroom teachers as needed and maintain inventory/storage of essential department equipment.
• Maintain a commitment to professional ethics and standards as defined by the American Occupational Therapy Association and participate in meaningful and continuous professional growth.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Direction of Special Education/ Associate Director of Special Education and/or Lead Therapist

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

Virginia OT license

NPI number

Virginia Driver's License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

York County School Division is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop, implement, and coordinate school-based therapy for students with disabilities.

The role requires a master's or doctoral degree in occupational therapy, Virginia licensure, and eligibility for an NPI. Travel between multiple sites is expected, with duties across evaluation, service delivery, and documentation to support student access to education.