SCHOOL REC THERAPIST SPEC ED (12300526)

Los Angeles Unified School District; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums

Membership in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

CalSTRS retirement

Job summary

A large public school district in Los Angeles is seeking a qualified Recreation Therapist to provide engaging therapeutic programs for students. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy and certification as a CTRS. Responsibilities include teaching students and coordinating recreational activities that enhance their college and career readiness. Join an innovative team committed to supporting students' growth and fostering lifelong learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university with concentration in Recreation Therapy.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council.
• Valid California driver license and use of automobile for travel.
• Physical and mental fitness to engage in teaching service.

Responsibilities

• Engage in teaching service for students in recreation therapy.
• Coordinate and implement therapeutic recreation programs.

Skills

Recreational therapy knowledge

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC)

Job description

Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis based upon District need and selection criteria

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world & ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS).

• An earned bachelor’s degree from a regionally-accredited college or university:
  • with concentration in Recreation Therapy; OR
  • with completion of recreational therapy specific coursework plus paid work experience that uses therapeutic recreation process
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification; OR
• Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC) is issued by California Board of Recreation Therapy Certification (CBRTC)
• A valid California driver license and use of automobile in order to travel to sites and locations throughout LAUSD.
• Physical and mental fitness to engage in teaching service.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

• Complete Application
• Please email the APE & RT Program Coordinator to notify that your on-line application has been completed. Please attach a current resume, letter of interest, and letters of recommendations (2-3) to that email.
• Once your application has been submitted and your requested documents have been received, you will be contacted to schedule an interview with the Adapted PE & RT Program.
• Contact the Adapted PE & RT Program with any questions you may have at [phone].