Occupational Therapist; Part-time​/FTE

Occupational Therapist (Part-time / .50 FTE)

Lees Summit R-7 School District DISTRICT WIDE - LEES SUMMIT , Missouri

Job : 5680095
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 19, 2026

2026-27 School Year

182 days/year

This position is part-time /.50 FTE

The job of Occupational Therapist was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for assessing students' functional development level; planning and implementing appropriate treatment to meet individual student objectives; identifying architectural barriers; providing recommendations for accessibility, program development, and student placement; and providing direction to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.

This job reports to the Principal and/or Program Coordinator.

• Adapts equipment (e.g. seating, tables, desk, etc.) for the purpose of providing optimal positioning and increase independence for special education students.
• Administers occupational therapy procedures and modalities for the purpose of achieving program objectives.
• Assesses and evaluates student's fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g. perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment, appropriate assistive devices and/or school placement.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, maintenance personnel, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, making recommendations and/or coordinating occupational therapy services with those of other disciplines.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions, and/or educational materials for the purpose of enhancing students' participation in the educational context and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Identifies structural issues for the purpose of removing barriers for students with physical limitations and/or identifying appropriate assistive technology.
• Instructs students and staff for the purpose of providing information on medical/behavioral attributes, use of assistive devices and/or implementing plans for remediation of functional limitations.
• Interprets medical reports for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. professional learning community, training, IEPs, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs site visits at multiple worksites including home visits for the purpose of providing direct therapy interventions and assistance as required.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. IEPs, activity logs, correspondence, memos, treatment plans, Medicaid billings, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Procures and/or fabricates adaptive assistive technology for the purpose of meeting student needs.
• Provides direct occupational therapy service for the purpose of…