Chehalis- Occupational Therapist

1.0 FTE Occupational Therapist – 2026-27 School Year

This position is for a 1.0 FTE Occupational Therapist with the anticipated start date of September 1, 2026.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
• 3 Certificated Reference forms and/or Letters
• Valid Washington State Certificate

The Occupational Therapist assesses students' functional development level, maximizes students' functional level by providing information for program development and student placement, improves students' performance, and provides information on child development and/or issues for specific students to instructional personnel.

• Assesses students' fine motor skills and development skills for the purpose of determining deficits and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel, and/or outside professionals to provide requested information, develop plans for services, and/or make recommendations.
• Facilitates meetings to develop plans and/or provide information regarding students' functional goals.
• Instructs students to implement plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Prepares documentation to provide written support, develop recommendations, and/or convey information.
• Presents information on various topics related to professional expertise in occupational therapy to communicate information and gain feedback on treatment issues.
• Screens students to determine the need for future individualized assessments.
• Assists other personnel as required to support them in completing their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings to receive and/or provide information and/or meet credential requirements.
• Performs essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Completes work at assigned workstation(s).
• Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Valid Washington State ESA certification as an Occupational Therapist.
• Prior job-related experience.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background clearance.
• Knowledge of and skills to apply assessment techniques and treatment modalities, relevant education codes, state and district policies, child development patterns, and effective communication.
• Ability to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan; work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, and work effectively with staff, parents, students, and community.
• Working knowledge of rules, regulations, and laws dealing with special education.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, parents, administration, and support personnel.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized tasks, maintain records, and meet schedule and deadlines; lifting/carrying 25 to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling/reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Executive Director of Student Support

Employee Compensation and Benefits are outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement. See Article XIII Economic Provisions, Article VII Leaves, Appendix O. 2025-26 school year rates listed. 2026-27 school year rates TBD. The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB and DRS eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP).

Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in TRS retirement plans in addition to voluntary Deferred Compensation Program and 403(b) Annuity enrollments. Paid time off is also outlined in the CEA Bargaining Agreement.

Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, ethnicity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to youth development organizations listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

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Tommy Elder, , telder

Section 504/ADA Coordinator:
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Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator:
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