Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (26-27)

Northwest Independent School District Special Education – Fort Worth, Texas

• Job : 5833325
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 14, 2026
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Duty Days: 189
• Date Revised: 02/2021
• Pay Grade: A25
• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $68,200.60 to $90,678.40 per year

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (0145)

Reports to: Director of Special Education

Dept./School: Assigned Campuses

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Utilize clinical judgment and knowledge to develop individualized programs for students with disabilities. Provide therapy to maximize functioning, encourage independence, and adapt learning environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or related program.
• Valid Texas license granted by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation procedures, activities, and equipment used in occupational therapy.
• Ability to instruct students and manage behavior.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Identification, Evaluation, and Planning

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to assess student performance strengths and needs.
• Conduct functional, behavioral, and standardized assessments, observations, checklists, histories, and interviews.
• Synthesize evaluation results into comprehensive written reports that reflect strengths and barriers, guide program development, and inform evidence‑based intervention.
• Develop intervention plans based on student needs and evaluation results.
• Provide targeted, evidence‑based therapeutic intervention to facilitate student participation.
• Consult with the school-based team to achieve student outcomes.
• Adapt and modify the environment, including assistive technology.
• Provide training for instructional staff to meet individual needs and promote student independence.
• Design, construct, alter, and provide adaptive equipment and devices for maximum independence.
• Participate in the Admissions, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee.
• Plan and provide direct and consultative services consistent with occupational therapy goals in the Student’s IEP.

Service Delivery

• Provide evidence‑based therapeutic intervention to enhance occupational performance.
• Consult the school‑based team for collaborative goal achievement.
• Assist with environmental modifications, assistive technology, and staff training.
• Educate students, personnel, and families about occupational performance and health maintenance.
• Monitor and reassess effects of intervention to determine continuation, modification, or discontinuation.
• Document services for accountability and reimbursement.
• Maintain discipline per Student Code of Conduct.
• Coordinate ongoing evaluation and program improvements.
• Assist in equipment selection and adaptive material procurement.
• Build relationships with students and parents.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required reports and records.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Education and Staff Development

• Teach, monitor, and collaborate with staff, parents, and community agencies to improve occupational performance.
• Provide continuing education for staff and families.
• Consult with educational staff and parents regarding occupational therapy services.
• Offer staff development training on adaptive equipment use.
• Create learning environments appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Implement district‑approved safety techniques, including restraint where appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate dress and footwear for job responsibilities.

Program Administration and Management

• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
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