Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Somerset County Public Schools NOT SPECIFIED - Westover, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Job : 5492560

Final date to receive applications: Jun 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jan 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Somerset County Public Schools is recruiting Occupational Therapists for the 2026–2027 school year. Join a small but mighty district offering competitive salaries, a generous leave package, supportive leadership, and a strong sense of community.

State of Maryland licensed School Occupational Therapists receiving National Certification will receive an additional $2,000 in salary.

The Occupational Therapist (OT) serves as a member of the multidisciplinary Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. The OT provides assessment, evidence-based intervention, and consultative services to support students (ages 3–21) in accessing their specialized instruction and navigating the school environment.

To facilitate the student's functional independence and participation in educational activities by developing, restoring, or compensating for skills impaired by disability, injury, or environmental deprivation.

• Evaluation: Conducts comprehensive, culturally responsive evaluations to determine a student’s functional levels in areas such as fine motor, visual-motor, sensory processing, and activities of daily living (ADL).

• IEP Development: Collaborates with the IEP team to develop measurable, educationally relevant goals.

• Service Delivery: Implements direct and indirect therapeutic interventions to promote functional outcomes in the "least restrictive environment".

• Adaptive Strategies: Recommends, designs, and trains students and staff in the use of assistive technology and environmental modifications.

• Consultation & Training: Provides professional development and "carryover" strategies to teachers, parents, and staff to support student success throughout the school day.

• Compliance & Documentation: Maintains accurate records in the Maryland Online IEP (MOIEP) system.

  • Ensures all timelines for evaluations and annual reviews meet IDEA and COMAR mandates.

  • Completes Medicaid (Medical Assistance) billing documentation according to state and federal requirements.

• Progress Monitoring: Regularly collects data to reflect measurable progress and adjusts intervention strategies based on student performance.

• Degree: Minimum of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an AOTA-accredited institution.

• Maryland Licensure: Must hold a current, valid license from the Maryland State Board of Occupational Therapy Practice.

• Certification: Eligible for or holds MSDE Occupational Therapist certification.

• Clinical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pediatric development and clinical practices across a wide range of disabilities.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Proficiency in IDEA guidelines, Section 504, and Maryland special education laws.

• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with families, medical providers, and school staff.

• Technology: Proficiency in basic computer applications and specialized assistive technology software.

• Physical Ability: Must be able to sit on the floor, bend, and reach to engage with students. Ability to lift or assist in the positioning of students (up to 50 lbs) as required by their physical therapy or safety needs.

• Environment: Work is performed in various school settings (classrooms, therapy rooms, playgrounds). Frequent travel between school sites may be…