Occupational Therapist (OT) Maternity Leave Coverage
Occupational Therapist (OT) – Maternity Leave Coverage
Position: Occupational Therapist (OT)
Status: Full-Time, Temporary (Maternity Leave Coverage)
Setting: Public School District (K–12)
An Ohio School is seeking a passionate and licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) for a full-time maternity leave coverage assignment. In this role, you will provide comprehensive school-based therapy services to support students' functional performance, motor development, and independence across educational environments.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver direct and consultative occupational therapy services to identified students based on their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans.
Assess fine motor, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and self-care skills using standardized evaluations and clinical observations.
Write clear evaluation summaries, progress reports, and present-level performance narratives for IEP and Evaluation Team Report (ETR) meetings.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, intervention specialists, physical therapists, SLPs, and school administrators to implement classroom accommodations and sensory strategies.
Train and advise educational staff and parents on adaptive tools, assistive equipment, and ergonomics to optimize student engagement.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation and service logs in accordance with district guidelines and Ohio Medicaid School Program (OMSP) requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an ACOTE-accredited program.
Licensure:
Active Occupational Therapist license issued by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers (OTPTAT) Board.
Valid Pupil Services License/Certificate issued by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE).
Prior school-based or pediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.
Familiarity with Ohio special education processes, ETRs, and IEP documentation systems.
Valid background checks (Ohio BCI and FBI fingerprint clearance).
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit an updated resume, cover letter, and proof of Ohio licensure.
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