Occupational Therapist

Position Type: Student Support Services / Occupational Therapist
Date Posted: 5/1/2026
Location: Whisconier Middle School
Date Available:  SY

The occupational therapist, as a member of the educational team, supports the education of students suspected of and/or diagnosed with a disability in their least restrictive environment. The occupational therapist develops, implements and coordinates a physical therapy program within the district; providing screening, evaluation and intervention services. This is a 10‑month school‑year position.

• Ensures safety of students
• Maintain student service, administrative and other departmental records in accordance with the district, state and federal policies
• Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice
• Implement and coordinate the occupational therapy program within the district
• Evaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from other agencies and records
• Interpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teams
• Participate with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs and Section 504 Plans
• Develop and implement intervention strategies
• Develop occupational therapy management plan for daily classroom routines and train staff in its safe implementation
• Plan for transition from school to community, preparing student to function independent from occupational service when targeted outcomes are achieved
• Evaluate and report on student progress
• Communicate, collaborate, and consult with school staff, parents, administrators, physicians, community and other professionals
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers for effective coordination of service
• Provide guidance to students to promote their educational development
• Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
• Maintain respect for confidential information, e.g. student educational/medical records and assessments including psychological evaluations
• Attend meetings and in‑services as required by the Building Principal or Director of Pupil Services

• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Ability to communicate in a positive way with the public
• Demonstrates regular attendance and positive work ethic
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or his/her designee

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and efficiently, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Excellent public relations skills; skills that foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
• Knowledge of state and local rules governing special education

Qualified candidates must have a valid, appropriate CT Certification. To be considered for this position, candidates must complete an application and upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Copy of your CT Teaching certificate (if applicable)
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• At least two recent signed letters of reference
• This position is not part of a bargaining group
• Salary depends on experience
• Salary range $76,000 – $82,000 per year.

Brookfield Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other protected status. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to reflect the diverse communities we serve.