Occupational Therapist

Leave Replacement Only

Estimated Start Date 02/22/2027-06/17/2027

• Attend all relevant professional development and training opportunities in order to accomplish the objectives of the position.
• Willingness to participate in student training programs
• Willingness to provide and/or supervise educationally related treatment/consultative services to include developmental therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, functional training (feeding, dressing, mobility) etc., in a variety of settings
• Willingness to assess specific growth, development and effects of disease, injury or condition and consult with teachers in developing IEP goals and objectives
• Willingness to provide resources, and models strategies and training to other team members in physical therapy interventions
• Member of building's leadership team
• Comply with supervision and evaluation procedures.
• Direct the work of assigned classified staff if applicable.
• Implement and comply with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Demonstrated evidence of pediatric therapy
• Demonstrated successful therapy experience in a variety of educational settings
• Previous experience in occupational/physical therapy in public school settings preferred
• Computer software applications and related academic and work management uses
• Second language or language acquisition background, preferred. Specifically Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, and/or Mixteco
• Student cultural and economic diversity experience, preferred.
• Additional endorsements in special education and/or reading, preferred.

• Must hold a valid and WA Educator Staff Associate certificate in Occupational Therapy
• Able to interact positively and communicate effectively with students and families from diverse cultures, languages, and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to best practices in physical therapy and Federal/State accountability standards
• Ability to effectively address a wide range of academic and social needs including at-risk, cultural diversity, English language learners, and special education students.
• Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon state standards, district curriculum and student needs.
• Skills in reflective practices for instructional improvement using feedback from supervisors and peers.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Ability to work successfully with diverse learners providing access and opportunities for all students.
• Skills and ability to demonstrate a commitment to a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment.
• Skills and ability to demonstrate an understanding of equity; specifically focused on the intersection of race, language, gender, and disability.
• Ability to interact and collaborate positively, effectively and respectfully with parents, students, staff and administrators.
• Skills in and ability to communicate effectively and accessible with others in both written and verbal form.
• Skills and abilities
  
  in organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to operate technology devices and specific software programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability and commitment to strengthen job-related competencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and civil rights.
• Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team and communicate effectively and problem solve as a team member.
• Ability to work independently using effective project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Skyward, Microsoft Office, and Google Products.

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