Occupational Therapist

Del Valle Independent School District Central Administration
- Department of Special Education
- Del Valle, Texas Open in Google Maps

Del Valle Independent School District Central Administration
- Department of Special Education
- Del Valle, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5083676

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Mar 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Primary

Purpose:

Plan and provide therapy to students receiving Special Education Services. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to maximize physical or mental function, increase independent functioning, and/or adjust to disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or related program

Valid Texas license as an occupational therapist granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid

by employee.

Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy to increase access to the educational evniorment

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Experience as an Occupational Therapist in the school setting, preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Student Growth and Development – Therapy

The therapist fosters student growth and development through activities such as the following:

• Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals contained in students’ Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Evaluate student progress through progress monitoring and determine when dismissal is appropriate dDesign, construct, alter, and provide students with adaptive equipment, assistive technology and devices to promote maximum independence.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level, interests, and needs of the students.

Student Assessment

• Assess students with disabilities and determine eligibility for services.
• Evaluate the student’s ability and formulates the student’s occupational profile through a variety of functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, skilled observation, checklists, histories, and interviews.
• Produce written evaluations and reports within state and district timelines.
• Synthesize evaluation results into a comprehensive written report which reflects strengths and barriers to student participation in the educational environment; directs program development; and guides evidence-based intervention.
• Develop intervention plans based on student needs and evaluation results.
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with interpretation of assessment data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for students according to district procedures.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure team understanding of student performance strengths and needs, through evaluation, educational program planning, and service delivery.
• Monitor and reassess the effects of occupational therapy intervention and the need to continue, modify, or discontinue intervention.

Communication and Community Relations

• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and…