Occupational Specialist - Special Education

Occupational Specialist - Special Education

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Occupational Therapist
• Date Posted: 1/21/2026
• District:
  Lincoln Park Public Schools

LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

1650 Champaign

Lincoln Park, Michigan 48146

Special Education

2025 - 2026 School Year

Beacon Day Treatment Center

* 1 position

And any positions that result from the filling of this posting

• Current occupational professional therapy certification
• Experience with students with limited emotional or self-regulation and/or sensory needs
• 3-5 years' experience working with students with EI preferred
• Knowledge of trauma informed strategies and interventions preferred
• Philosophy in agreement with the District
• The Board of Education reserves the right to adjust qualifications

• Ability to evaluate students and prepare appropriate therapy plans
• Provide staff and community resource specific to certification(s)
• Provide therapy as determined by IEP, therapy plan, or behavior intervention plan
• Assist in conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and developing/implementing Behavior Intervention Plans
• Determine appropriate treatment plans through documented evaluations and consultations
• Provide training on use of necessary occupational therapy equipment and strategies as deemed appropriate
• Carefully document all services provided in an effective and clear manner
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom based activities and sensory strategies/interventions
• Meet the needs of all students effectively by working in partnership with other disciplines
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and school policy
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of research, theories, and practices associated with therapy in the school-based setting
• Other duties as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO: Building Administrator and Executive Director of Special Education

WORK SCHEDULE: According to School Calendar

SALARY: According to LPEA Master Agreement

Jennifer Walker

Executive Director of Staff and Student Services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:33:21 PM CST.